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Marks are crucial both for teachers and learners since they provide feedback about students’ achievements and help educators to evaluate the progress of learning. Even though teachers are not free to choose the symbolic representation of the mark, they can utilize different methods of comparison to focus on the most...
The task of teaching young learners word recognition is crucial to their further cognitive development and, therefore, it puts significant responsibility on a teacher. This report addresses the case of Aa, a young learner who began his transition from the stage of word recognition to the required stage of text...
The kindergarten program sets out and details the basic principles of elementary education in Ontario. It is aimed at teachers, parents, and officials who are expected to implement this program, in reality, to provide high-quality learning to children. In this paper, the key propositions and pedagogical aspects of the document...
Nowadays, English is believed to become a language of opportunities because it provides people from all over the world with a chance to share information. Thus, numerous individuals start learning English as a foreign language (EFL). Hall and Cook (2012) emphasize that this process turns out to be extremely complex...
Introduction Healthcare professionals should engage in continuous learning in order to develop superior competencies that can make them successful. The completed course activities have empowered me to pursue my personal and career aims. This discussion identifies and analyzes the major ideas learned from various class materials and exercises and how...
Introduction Every school and even educational program is based on certain principles and beliefs, which shapes its structure and content. Schools always pay specific attention to the articulation of their philosophy and mission in order to ensure the enrollment of students who share similar beliefs. The detailed and concise philosophy...
Patient Education Instructional goals To raise patients’ awareness of the compliance with prescribed treatment for patients with myocardial infarction; To raise patients’ awareness of the benefits of healthy lifestyles. Behavioral Objectives Bloom’s taxonomy includes six levels: remembering, understanding, applying, analyzing, evaluating, and creating (Bastable, 2017). Remembering: Patients will be able...
Introduction Academic writing is considered to be dry, formulaic, and lacking empathy. It differs from regular writing on several levels, ranging from rhetorical knowledge and conventions and ending with the compositional process as well as critical reading and writing (Singh-Corcoran 28). At the same time, the purpose of writing does...
The philosophy of the 2016 Kindergarten program is established based on providing a substantial foundation for 4-5-old-year learners in friendly and safe conditions. The major goals are concerned with the development of young learners’ curiosity, social and emotional competence, creativity, and well-being (“The Kindergarten Program,” 2016). The program emphasizes the...
Abstract Online learning programs have increased significantly within the past two decades. This is the case since the Internet has made it possible for human beings to exchange ideas instantly without having to travel from point A to B. The selected research question for this proposal is whether most of...
Introduction During the 20th century, boarding schools for Native Americans on the territory of the United States were a common phenomenon. They became a significant part of American Indian history and determined the modern Indian identity. In this essay, the history of Indian boarding schools, in general, and the history...
This paper is a critical analysis of the book “The Smartest Kids in the World and How They Got This Way” by Amanda Ripley. The book follows the author’s investigation as she attempts to determine the reason why children in different countries appear to display significant variance in their learning...
Introduction The ultimate goal of writing is to introduce new ideas and information into the discussion, not to produce derivative content. Nevertheless, using statements and suggestions proposed by others is an essential strategy to enhance the credibility of a paper. Quotations are a particularly useful tool to that end, as...
In elementary school, high school, and tertiary institutions, students are often required to write an essay. However, many do not like writing because they regard it as boring and time-consuming. Some students argue that they encounter challenges in identifying intriguing topics. One must appreciate that composing an essay can be...
Introduction The efficiency of educational programs may differ depending on the community. It is evident that schools with higher academic performance require a more advanced curriculum than schools with lower academic achievements. Therefore, sometimes, schools’ curriculum is to be reevaluated and changed to adhere to the needs and ability of...
To successfully carry out managerial functions, a nurse leader must be able to guide subordinates successfully. Leadership in modern management prevails in all areas of the professional activity of a manager of any rank (Western 25). The labor process takes place in certain social groups, and in each such group,...
Introduction A well-selected textbook in mathematics can become a foundation for positive educational outcomes. Even though students in higher grades and college may use various sources for learning a subject, in elementary school, young learners use textbooks as their primary reference. Therefore, the choice of books for teaching children in...
Introduction Despite the growing body of opposing views regarding the necessity of college education for advancing in life as professionals, community colleges remain one of the most critical parts of the nation’s system of education. However, it is notable that many college students enrolled in 4-year education are unprepared or...
Introduction Bullying in American schools has been a common problem for decades, but it gained momentum relatively recently. Although different definitions of the phenomenon exist, there is a certain consensus as to the major aspects of the problem and its primary peculiarities (Mishna and Van Wert 227). Bullying in the...
Introduction The attended course is dedicated to the examination of United States history from the formation of colonies to the present day. It identifies the issues that address government formation and American citizenship, the development of the national consciousness, and longstanding American racial exclusion. The students were studying the country’s...
Introduction It is difficult to overestimate the meaning of education for the further development of people, both personal and professional. One should note that some courses are obligatory for all students whatever their specialization, and United States History is among them. It is believed that full-fledged members of American society...
Introduction Adequate curriculum selection is an important task that ensures the positive outcomes of learner-centered education. The criteria for curriculum selection and elaboration are often obscure, causing confusion among school authorities. The present paper offers three central principles for curriculum selection for 4th grade English classes. The proposed criteria are...
Introduction The paper addresses the most widespread issue of education accessibility and affordability for students who are pursuing specialized careers. The fundamental basis for the preparation of a qualified and competitive graduate of a medical university is the formation of a harmoniously developed personality. This process is ensured by the...
Information is one of the most desired treasures of our world. One who possesses credible data can generate a significant advantage and win the rivalry. At the same time, corrupted data might also precondition serious alterations in people’s views and make them act in less effective ways. For this reason,...
Introduction Art is an indispensable part of human existence as people explore their creativity through different forms of art. Chen-Hafteck (2007) points at the role music play in people’s lives since their early days. Colbert (2006) mentions children’s storytelling as a type of artmaking and simultaneously a peculiarity of developmental...
In a contemporary society characterized by the extreme sophistication of relations and the constant emergence of new data portions that should be processed to function effectively, education plays a critical role. It provides individuals with the background, knowledge, and experiences that are needed to succeed in the future and build...
The critical policy problem that is the focus of the proposal is the increasing number of school emergencies associated with childhood crime in the state of Texas. The three-step framework developed to address this issue targets crime prevention policies and the overall increase in students’ safety at schools and surrounding...
Different evaluation systems allow one to get a more comprehensive understanding of the knowledge that a person acquired. Therefore, it is essential to consider the specific features of both systems and a group in which the results are evaluated to interpret the outcomes correctly. The criterion-referenced scores and norm-reference scores...
Introduction A recent announcement during a commencement speech by a billionaire investor Robert Smith that he will pay off the student debt of the graduating class at a historically black college generated worldwide news coverage. Although the donation exceeds $40 million, it will cover the costs of only 396 graduates...
Abstract A mixed methods research study was conducted to explore the impact of mathematics methods courses and content pedagogy courses on pre-service Early Childhood and Special Educators’ self-efficacy and beliefs. The purpose was to examine the possible factors responsible for the pre-service teachers’ beliefs, and to determine the levels of...
For centuries, the distinguishing feature of higher education has been nurturing in students the capacity to develop, evaluate, and communicate their comprehension of the world in which they live. Thus, a good nurse should be well-rounded, culturally competent, and critically thoughtful. The General Education course is a necessary step for...
Introduction I think that the Dialogues of Self and Society course that I took at the College of Liberal Education of Lynn University corresponds to the area four criteria of General Education offered at American University. The area is primarily devoted to the study of various aspects of human society...
Students who take part in the RN to BSN program are required to participate in academic activities such as conferences, seminars, morbidity and mortality meetings, or various committees. I chose to attend a conference on diabetes held by Baptist Health South Florida, a non-profit medical organization. It was held on...
Learning from lectures and literature in class is a vital part of education, as the activity allows students to acquire a large amount of detailed and precise information in a relatively short amount of time. However, field trips offer different opportunities that are as valuable and help to solidify the...
Meritocratic tendencies in contemporary society are influencing diverse spheres, including education. Meritocracy presupposes the acquisition of statuses and rewards not due to higher social position and wealth but because of personal achievements. This tendency moves to private schools and alters the formation of an adolescent elite. Thus, according to Khan,...
Introduction Employees with the ambition to become better leaders should focus on self-development. One of the ways to become a high achiever is through training and learning new techniques and acquiring novel ideas. This aspect instills competitiveness and teamwork spirit, and thus someone can work under different environments and deliver...
In order to meet educational goals and enhance students’ performance, educators tend to use various teaching strategies. The development of technology has led to the creation of several settings. For example, virtual and classroom settings are now available to both instructors and learners. It may seem that these settings are...
Conducting extensive research lays a foundation for a good writing piece where every claim is backed up by recent, relevant data. When searching for information on the Internet, one should have a clear agenda as to how to evaluate each source they encounter and what criteria it should meet to...
Washington, DC. – A new, long-awaited library will be opening at American University next month. The facility, made possible with a multimillion gift from the Shane Family Foundation, is meant to be a community space featuring several computer labs, 2,500 Internet plugins, and 125 works of art. The American University...
Introduction Grade Level: Grade 4 Theme: The Oregon Trail Student-Friendly Title for Theme: Brave People Who Used the Oregon Trail Rationale Statement: Students will learn about such peculiarities of the Oregon Trail as reasons for using it, people who used it, the travelers’ hardships, their hopes, and achievements. Students will...
This paper reviews the existing literature in support of the research study. The literature reviewed discussed the barriers and success strategies for African American Women to obtain higher education. Also, a discussion of the Critical Race, Social Learning, and Feminist theories was included that formed the understanding of African American...
APA is one of the citation styles that help the reports, and written assignments look interesting and appealing to readers. Nonetheless, it not only structures the paper and presents the ideas coherently but also assists in avoiding plagiarism. In this instance, the APA citation style uses different principles to cite...
The multiple approaches towards close reading, discussed by Fisher and Frey (2012), regard the issue that some of the teachers might face when introducing close reading to students. Not every student is eager to follow the strategies, and some might find them too difficult to implement during the learning process....
Introduction The article “Which Countries Are the Most (and Least) Committed to Reducing Inequality?” forms part of McIntyre’s works published in 2017. Using data from two research-based institutions, namely, Oxfam and Development Finance International (DFI), McIntyre examines different countries’ levels of commitment to reducing inequalities. McIntyre’s claim that the UK...
Introduction Corporal punishment is widely used in Florida schools, and many educators view it as an efficient method of children’s behavior management. Florida state laws allow schools to use corporate punishment at the principal’s discretion, even if the parents are against such practice. Nevertheless, psychologists argue that the practice can...
The APA Citation Style APA has a considerable learning value as it shows students how papers must be structured, what vocabulary is preferable for each type of work, and how grammar can help express ideas in the most effective way. Furthermore, it teaches an objective language, making it possible to...
The APA Style APA is used mostly for quantitative results and allows describing experiments with accuracy and precision. The first reason to use it is uniformity of style that helps researchers select the key findings of articles dispensing minor points. This happens due to the fact that APA gives clear...
The APA Guidelines The APA citation style was introduced by the American Psychological Association and is currently one of the most popular formats used in academic writing. The format is used to indicate sources of data used in the study. There are several basic reasons to use the format. Presentation...
The suggestion that “close reading is something we should teach students to do, rather than something we just do to them” (p. 17), contained at the very beginning of the 2013 book Falling in love with close reading by Christopher Lehman and Kate Roberts, appears highly reflective of the main...
Revised Personal Teaching Philosophy After the Principles of Teaching and Learning Course When I developed my teaching philosophy for the first time, I paid much attention to the explanation of the learning process because it is critical for education. Initially, I focused only on the necessity to develop a positive...
Plagiarism example mentioned in the Chamberlain Academic Integrity Tutorial Chamberlain Academic Integrity Tutorial mentions several different examples of plagiarism. This is done in order to familiarize students with the potential ways to make a mistake and lose points for assignments. According to the Integrity Tutorial, all the information found in...
SOAP This method is used as an activity to prepare for writing an essay and stands for “subject, occasion, audience, and purpose” (Barker par. 2). It is utilized to define the style of writing, its topic, and the target audience to make an essay persuasive and interesting. Elements of an...
Introduction The success of learning depends in part on the appropriate selection of learning strategies. In order to maximize their effectiveness, these strategies need to align with the individual’s learning style. The following paper is an analysis of a tool used to determine preferred learning styles and strategies. Learning Style...
Modern society introduces numerous requirements to a person for him/her to become successful and build a career. It comes from the increased sophistication of processes and multiple sources of data available for individuals. In this regard, knowledge becomes the central resource of the modern world. It also means the increased...
Peer-reviewed journals are central channels of information for any research project. It is explained by the fact that all pieces of data presented in this type of sources can be used in diverse studies to create a theoretical background for the investigation. It is archived due to a complex peer...
Introduction The American Association of Colleges of Nursing [AACN] (2006) offers a set of competencies for the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) education. In particular, Essential VIII, which describes the advanced nursing practice, suggests paying attention to the DNP’s ability to perform culturally-sensitive assessments, develop evidence-based interventions, and establish relationships...
The peer-reviewing process has several key stakeholders involved. These stakeholders are the author of the initial manuscript, the journal editor, who conducts the initial and post-peer-review screening process, and the peer-reviewers, who check the article’s methodology, results, and analysis (“Peer reviewing process,” 2013). The peer review cycle is as shown...
Credibility is one of the central aspects of any research project. For this reason, there is a specific peer review cycle needed to determine the nature of a study. Among all points of this process, I differentiate the evaluation of methods used for the research and recommendation for publishing as...
I think that the most important aspects of any peer review cycle are double-blind review and plagiarism check. The first point guarantees the objectivity of the papers evaluation and relevance of its findings (“What is peer review?” n.d.). At the same time, the second element is fundamental for any research...
Peer reviewing is an essential part of the scientific publishing process. It is necessary in order to ensure the accuracy and quality of information presented in the peer-reviewed article. The peer-review cycle is comprised of four points, which are as follows (Fernandez, 2012): Writing and submitting an article for review...
Important points in the peer review cycle Every scientific journal or publishing company typically has its own guidelines for the peer-reviewing process. Wiley’s peer-reviewing cycle is comprised of ten steps (“The peer review process,” n.d.): Submission of the paper, editorial office assessment, appraisal by editor-in-chief, associate editor assignment, reviewer invitation,...
The APA guidelines were developed by the American Psychological Association as one of the possible forms of citation to indicate sources of information and protect one from cases of plagiarism. In order to conduct a study following the APA guidelines, the researcher must first identify and develop his/her topic. Second,...
Music Engineering (Career Exploration) To explore the development of a career in the field of music engineering, it is necessary to plan to visit the Music Department of the college in October and November to collect the required information. It is important to contact an audio engineer practicing there and...
Effectiveness at Meeting the Program Essential This course made me realize what it means to be a professional in multiple aspects of this notion. Firstly, I gained theoretical knowledge that set the framework, through which I could view certain aspects of my work more clearly and distinctly. For instance, I...
Introduction The modern world poses numerous challenges to any individual who wants to survive and become successful. The great paces of the rise of technologies combined with the significant reconsideration of the existing priorities result in the appearance of new demands to young specialists. One should accept the fact that...
Introduction Florida National University (FNU) has a very conducive learning environment with competent academic and non-academic staff. The ever willing to learn friendly students from diverse backgrounds make the university an outstanding national and international learning center. FNU has a thriving national and international student population for which it provides...
Student Population, Topic, and Modalities The audience for the course includes the oncology unit nurses who will be tasked with taking care of patients with Cytarabine. The audience for this lesson is synchronous since learners will be expected to attend lessons and meet face to face with their teacher producing...
Introduction Being a nurse educator, I would like to focus on a program that is created for those nursing students who have already received their associate degree and are just going to obtain their master’s degree in the nearest future. I am highly interested in this option because it suits...
Literature Review A recent article by Carter and Dickieson (2010) explores the relationships between an assessment tool called scenario testing and students’ satisfaction with the educational process as well as their grades. The researchers used feedback forms with semi-structured questions and students’ final grades as their main data collection tools....
Case study- An interrupted Lesson It was on a Friday, November 6 2015 at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. I had visited the university for a Conference on introduction to statistics. I wanted to learn something about statistics because it would enable me to compute simple data with ease....
Introduction The teaching exercise targeted three first grade learners. The lesson aimed to describe the major features of a sunflower. The learners were informed about the nature of the sunflower plant, its growth factors, petals, and colors. I empowered and encouraged the students to stay focused throughout the learning process...
Abstract The project reviews the main issues faced by U.S. veterans and shows how the Post-9/11 GI Bill aims to address them by offering financial assistance to student veterans. The paper outlines the benefits and limitations of the policy and provides specific recommendations for improvement. In the contemporary political context,...
A school environment provided an ideal environment to use my knowledge on health impairments caused by chronic health problems such as asthma, diabetes, rheumatic fever, and epilepsy that limits student’s abilities to perform different learning activities leading to a loss of alertness and vitality to identify students with Attention Deficit...
Reflection and Library Vision One of the foremost professional tasks, on the part of a teacher, is to compile a methodologically adequate list of literature-references, which can be organically incorporated into the learning process (Tompkins, 2005). Because this process never ceases to be affected by what happened to be the...
Education is meant to prepare students to solve problems within their environments. The concerns of education are different from the traditional approaches to education and learning since students approach their projects from problem definition as opposed to the project’s idea (Flowers, 1998, p.20). According to the author, a problem is...
What is teaching the test? Teaching the test is a concept used by teachers to prepare their students for an exam. However, different teachers utilize different techniques to achieve this goal. Despite the strategy that a teacher utilizes, teaching the test is an effective means of improving the grades of...
The differences between formative and summative assessment According to Gorlewski, formative assessment differs from summative assessment in many ways. For instance, the former emphasizes theory and practice while the latter emphasizes knowledge and skills. In this regard, formative assessment provides results about policy while summative assessment provides results about knowledge....
Autism is a developmental disorder that is characterized by deficits in communication, both verbal and nonverbal, deficits in social interaction, and deficits in educational performance. The peak age for diagnosing Autism is at 3years. Children with autism usually like repetitive behavior and resist change. A case in point is they...
The term ‘special need’ is used in clinical diagnostic and functional development to refer to persons who require help to deal with disability. The special needs may be medical, psychological, or mental in nature. Boer, Pijl, and Minnaert (2011) are of the opinion that different nations adopt varying definitions of...
Research-Supported Assessment Practices for Struggling Students The four research-supported assessment practices for struggling students highlighted in the article include (1) assessment of students’ interests and experiences, (2) concrete-representational-abstract assessment within authentic contexts, (3) error pattern analyses, and (4) flexible interviews. Assessment of students’ interests and experiences is basically done to...
Background Different researchers have used education, income, and occupational class to predict social welfare outcomes and to demonstrate the effects of socioeconomic determinants of health on social mobility (Gates, 2014; Friis, 2009). Most of such studies are concentrated in the areas of health inequality. Scholars have often referred to one...
Introduction Learning is a dynamic psychological process that entails getting information into the mind of an individual. The learner concentrates on his proficiencies, memorizes, and finally articulates his thoughts and perceptions. It makes the individual make sense about his environment hence enabling him to acclimatize to new conditions. Learning style...
Introduction The US educational system is based on the principles of fairness and equal opportunities for all. No Child Left Behind enacted in 2001 ensures that all students receive proper instruction and assessment aligned with the existing standards (Kritikos, 2010). This policy is specifically beneficial for students with special needs...
Abstract The work of a teacher is multifaceted and involves a set of very different duties, obligations, and tasks. A teacher is to promote and deliver knowledge, know how to assess and improve the learning process of the students, evaluate their own performance, and that of the children. Also, a...
Purpose and/or Hypothesis The purpose of this research is aimed at exploring the relationship between parents’ interaction with their children while sharing storybook reading and achieving children’s literacy. The main hypothesis is confined to the idea that interaction between parents and children should be studied to define and challenge theories...
Introduction Even as I am writing this, I cannot help thinking how hard it is to be impassive with one’s own work. Some people are too much in love with themselves to take critique, much less be the source of this critique. Some people are their own strictest accusers and...
Summary of the Teaching Plan The teaching plan involved a primary prevention health promotion on a group of high school students. To conduct the exercise, I had to make a formal presentation on sexually transmitted diseases and outline their impacts on the lives of high school students. Some of the...
Assignment One It should be noted that, at present, standardized testing has become one of the ways to control the knowledge and skills exhibited by students at various stages of the learning process. The results of education also depend on the way tests are organized and conducted. Current educational standards...
Article “The Great Divide Between Business Research and Business Practice” by Dostaler and Tomberlin focused on exploring a unique problem: there is a significant gap between what is taught in business schools and what occurs in practice. While the vast majority of business school graduates possess a lot of knowledge...
Article “The Value of Research and Its Evaluation in Business Schools” by Hitt and Greer aimed to explore the value of research and its evaluation in business schools with regards to helping develop knowledge in various fields of practice. Because assessing the value of research can be a challenge, there...
I consider that my college experience is comprehensive and quite beneficial to me. Having a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree, it is possible to help people to become healthier and improve health care issues in general. This nursing practice allows working for a variety of public organizations in...
Going to college is always a brand new feeling. I believe that receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is tough, but hard work always pays off. The path to nursing mastery is not and should not be easy. As a person who loves to learn new things and strives to...
In an elementary school, teaching is dependent on skill rather than academic qualification. Several skills are necessary to aid the elementary teacher to impart knowledge to the students. The ability to capture students’ attention is important to any elementary teacher. Pedagogy and andragogy theories of learning suggest that elementary school...
How have you been? I have been very busy conducting a research on mathematics vocabulary effects on student’s performance in schools. I realized that mathematics being a new language, we need to first introduce its vocabulary then introduce the concept later to the students. Why is that important? Introducing a...
According to the test results, I am a visual learner. I knew about it before this self-assessment, but I was surprised to know that my tactile scores were unexpectedly high, 25%. I often relied on my sight and did not notice that my kinesthetic sense was quite important. Since I...
Learning style can be defined as a set of unique and specific approaches employed by individuals during the process of studying. According to education theory scholars, there is a correlation between using a particular learning style and school performance (Samarakoon, Fernando, Rodrigo, & Rajapakse, 2013). Based on individual preferences for...
The test What is Your Learning Style? gave me the following scores: Auditory: 25%; Visual: 40%; Tactile: 35%. It means that I am predominantly a visual learner. I have known before that I remember things better when I visualize them. I can memorize the position of a text fragment in...
Conducting researches is an inseparable part of life both academic and every day because the primary objective of any research is to gather necessary information, process it, and find responses to questions under investigation. Even though the topic of each study is differing, the process is always the same or...
A constructionist learning environment for teachers to model learning designs In their article “A constructionist learning environment for teachers to model learning designs”, Laurillard et al. look at the spread of digital technologies, and the unfortunate discrepancy between the increasing demand for these systems, and lacking learning environment for their...
The need for writing skill in accounting firms The article titled The need for writing skill in accounting firms by M. Northey is an assessment of the need for proficiency in writing in large accounting enterprises which base their operations in an ever challenging environment coupled with demands for proper...
Introduction Amidst many criticisms and negative comments from the various stakeholders, NCLB, enacted during the Bush administration, is now being implemented by the Obama administration which had increased federal funding for NCLB functions to states and their districts. This act has been considered by Congress and the U.S. Department of...
Vision Statement I am committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in every social environment, including workplaces and educational environments because of my personal background of being a female representative of minorities. My vision of diversity and inclusion as necessary elements of an effective educational institution is based on my own...
Introduction The twenty-first century has become a challenging time for most educators. The technological process has influenced all areas of human activity, and the sphere of education has not been omitted too. Even more, the usage of technology and Internet-aided education in the classroom demonstrate remarkable outcomes. Most students are...
Introduction The Common Core Policy has lost support from educators as well as parents and students soon after its implementation. The standards developed to turn out to be rather complicated, outdated, and too straightforward. The Common Core policy has far too many downsides that affect students, educators, and parents. Background...
The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) is a policy that enumerates the academic benchmarks that high school graduates require in order to attain success in college and professional careers (Strauss, 2013). The policy is applicable to states that agree to adhere by its rules and regulations. Its rejection by educators...
This article discusses the importance of connections between teachers and the families of their students. It explores the dynamics of relationships between teachers and family members, and offers insights on how to address the challenges encountered. The article explores the importance of teacher-family collaboration in education, comprehension of family diversity...
This article identifies and discusses 50 strategies that can be used to retain co-teachers. It is based on the idea that co-teachers do not stick around for long periods because they leave due to disagreements with their colleagues. This article presents 50 strategies explored in different literature sources regarding effective...
Evaluation of Student A Attitude and Motivation The student is not particularly interested in the language but appears to regard it as a useful thing to learn. Apart from that, the student finds it difficult to discover the motivation to cope with and overcome the difficulties of the learning process....
Introduction Training based on competency equips learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding to display competence based on laid down standards and performance criteria that is carried out in a predetermined context (Hoogveld et al, 2005, p. 287). Competency based assessments therefore can be defined as the process through which...
Introduction and Literature Review Global technological development increases the acceptability of education. Education significantly contributes to the growth of human capital and is directly related to the general comfort of individuals (Barfield 281). Education guarantees the achievement of information and expertise that helps people to become more productive. People’s productivity...
Introduction This is an educational design method of curriculum, whereby, goals are set first before choosing the method of instruction, and forms of assessment. According to Doug (2000), the advantage of backward assessment is that the end is known way before the lesson is taught so that instruction will lead...
Tools of Learning described by Kalantzis and Cope The learning tools that Kalantzis and Cope describe center on the role of information and communication technology. One of the most popular ICT tools is the digital learning media loom which is large and acts as both a communications technology and a...
Trine Dahl’s article studies the presentation of knowledge claims by economists and as one reads through it, it becomes clear that the author’s main point states that when presenting their knowledge claims, economists in the present times include their claim in more than one area of their report article. Dahl...
The article, A genre system view of the funding of academic research, by Christine M. Tardy, identifies grant funding as one of the fundamental requirements for the success of academic research. Tardy proposes that the genre of a researcher’s body of work is instrumental in determining the kind of funding...
Introduction Elementary students at the Racine Unified School district are required to sit for the Wisconsin knowledge and concept exam (WKCE). Most students actually fail to complete or take the constructed section of the reading and math exam. The constructed sections weigh up to 20 percent of the exam in...
The introduction: the principal difference between the colleges/universities and business organizations First of all, I would like to point out that such educational organizations as universities and colleges are recognized to be seemingly absurd or self-contradictory. I would like to disclose several viewpoints concerning the question. Thus, these educational organizations...
Articles Analysis Writing is an integral practice of official communication at various levels of the organization. Although writing may seem to an ordinary person like a simple event of just typing words on a piece of paper, to the writer it is a tedious process of collecting material, synthesizing, organizing,...
Introduction The object of observation was the second-grade classroom of 25 students. Seven students study according to the Individualized Education Program due to hearing impairments. The focus of observation is an adaptation of the teaching process to the needs of the students with the IEP. How is space arranged in...
Background of the Study Although the focus on developing racially and culturally diverse environments for students is promoted in many educational institutions in the United States, the number of minorities, including African Americans, in U.S. colleges and universities is comparably low as it is noted by researchers (Acosta, Duggins, Moore,...
According to the seminar, there are three (3) steps in a job search for internships or career jobs. The first step is to know who you are and what can you contribute to the business or industry of your potential employer. These contributions may include the level of education you...
What does SCM offer to training groups that is missing from analysis using the Kirkpatrick Model? There are four main information segments that are used in the framework of Kirkpatrick’s approach: reaction-related, learning-related, behavior-related, and results-related data (Kirkpatrick & Kirkpatrick, 2007). Each data level, in its turn, measures the degree...
Introduction A school project usually transforms a student’s general perception of things. It exposes him/her to various important perspectives of experts in different academic fields. A student who completes a project exhibits a changed perception of the project theme. Usually, the project makes the student a better person about his/her...
Emergent literacy and the necessity to enhance students’ abilities are considered in this chapter. The key points are based on the fact that literacy development consists of several stages, and each stage should be passed successfully to achieve the best results. Students have to understand a number of concepts before...
Basing on your cultural, linguistic, personal interests and family background, are you experiencing any problem with the classroom components? If yes, state them and how you think they can be rectified. What are your strengths and weaknesses? This tool shall be used in the form of a questionnaire that will...
Questions How does the understanding and appreciation of literature increase in gifted students when grouped by ability? Does the use of analogies and instruction make it possible for students who are gifted to have critical and creative reading? Is reading acceleration and personal enrichment possibilities of meeting the needs of...
Plagiarism Plagiarism has been at the center of several debates aimed at illuminating the factors that constitute academic dishonesty. One of the central themes emanating from these forums is that plagiarism is a serious violation of one’s academic integrity and may result in far reaching consequences, including expulsion from institutions...
Video summary The Capture 20110630 (2011) video demonstrates a learning lesson whereby a teacher is instructing students how to prepare hamburger. He begins by highlighting that making hamburger is a quite a demanding task since there are several factors that have to be considered. For instance, the choice of hamburger...
The Subjects or Participants in the Research Study The study entails an analysis of the beliefs held by nine teachers in Souhegan High School towards the goals and objectives of the modern science education. The school is a member of the Coalition of Essential Schools (CES). CES refers to a...
In my belief, while getting a sound education is of uttermost importance in the life of an individual, complimenting it with other activities outside of the school setting not only increases the value of education but also results in personal development. For this reason, I have tried to ensure that...
Introduction Mathematics as the subject performs a number of significant functions in the life of any student. The way of how a curriculum is introduced and implemented by teachers influences considerably the work of a teacher him/herself and the possibilities of the learners to comprehend new information. This is why...
Title & general information Title: Reading Fluency: Implications for the Assessment of Children with Reading Disabilities Authors: Elizabeth B. Meisinger., Juliana S. Bloom and George W. Hynd Name of journal: Ann. of Dyslexia (Annals of Dyslexia) year of publication 2010, Volume 60, pages 1–17 Introduction Aim of the research: the...
Introduction The book is learner-centered. The authors have based their ideas on the experiences of college students right from the date of enrollment in graduation year. In other words, the authors have provided some insights into the opinion of college students on how to share an educational experience with the...
Summative Evaluation Student’s evaluation involves both pre-test and post test assessment of a given lesson. The aim of the lesson was to diversify and improve the general level of vocabulary use amongst students. In pre-test, all students stated that they u searched for meaning of difficult words in the dictionary...
Introduction For the past four decades, Kirkpatrick’s model of evaluation has been popular, well known and used extensively. Despite the fact that it’s so well known, it is also greately criticized by the corporate community and academia worldwide for some of its weaknesses (Coulthard, 2005). The four levels of evaluation...
Executive Summary Currently, many colleges require that art students undertake science courses as their minors. The main argument behind such a direction is that art students will be thus equipped with prerequisite science skills, which they can then apply in their field. However, such an argument has not considered the...
Chantel Case Analysis At school, Chantel shows evidence of hyperactivity and finds it difficult to attend the lessons or even meet set deadlines. She does not finish the given projects within the stipulated deadlines and often tends to forget instructions, and usually delivers works that are below expectations. Despite being...
Background This research is aimed at examining the opinions of students regarding the role of the athletics department in the university. Much attention should be paid to the support that should be provided to learners who are engaged in various types of sports. Many of these individuals have to cope...
Speed Learning When it comes to learners that require speed over depth, it is usually the case that this particular type of learning encompasses repetitive tasks that do not require any advanced form of analytical thinking. Instead, it is expected that learners are supposed to perform tasks as illustrated and...
Cook, C. M. & Faulkner, S. A. (2010). The Use of Common Planning Time: A Case Study of Two Kentucky Schools to Watch. RMLE Online. 34(2), 1-12. Purpose and Problem Since little research has been done on the common planning of time in school, the authors have introduced the studies...
Ensuring training transfer The analysis of the training field reveals that the theoretical knowledge of training cannot be completely applied in practice. In this regard, the skills acquired in the course of training do not always correlate with high performance and productivity. Therefore, it is necessary to work out a...
Background Understanding the preferences presented by undergraduate students is one of the most essential tasks for various researchers. Familiarity with particular predispositions towards specific types of classes is necessary for achieving proper student engagement and efficiency. Previous research has shown that most learners engaged in online education regard this experience...
Multicultural education has been implemented in my school in a number of ways. It all began with a rigorous policy change of the institution. This was necessary because multicultural education cannot do well when conventional learning ideals are fully preserved (Wasonga, 2005). The implementation of multicultural education demands a thorough...
Some policymakers suggest that schools are becoming less stratified (streamed) overall as educational systems focus on preparing students for knowledge economies. Discuss your interpretation of the validity of this statement Some policymakers claim that “schools are becoming less stratified” since they are concerned with preparing youth “for the knowledge economy”...
Common Core State Standards Mathematics-Grade 4 Learning Trajectories The learning trajectories for this Grade in reference to algebraic and mathematical calculations require that the student understands some basic rules regarding mathematics. There has been intensive input into this area from the state and as a standard requirement. Some of them...
The aspect of financial management is part of the life of an individual regardless of whether one is an adult or a minor. Every person is expected to make a given financial decision at some point in life. Understanding money value, the system of an economy, and interpreting financial news...
Introduction What is Qualitative Research? Merriam (2009) in her book “Qualitative Research: A Guide to Design and Implementation” explains that qualitative research is a type of exploratory research than in that it tries to examine and explain particular aspects of a scenario through an in-depth method of examination (Merriam 2009,...
It has been noted that, with the advancement in technology, the concept of globalization has come to be part of human development. The world has experienced a high rate of free movement of goods, services, capital, and, more importantly, human beings. The world is characterized by interconnectedness and interdependence. According...
Topical and Overarching Questions Topical questions are unit-specific questions. They tend to direct the understanding of processes and thoughts inside a certain unit. An example of topical question is: “How do plants carry out photosynthesis?”. It can be seen that the topical question is a science-specific one. Wiggins and McTighe...
Introduction This article is a study examining the relationship between high school experiences and civic participation. According to the article, in the last fifty years, the level of civic participation has declined. This decline is particularly notable among young adults. Previous research on the matter indicates that other forms of...
In college, there are many different activities for students to be involved into. When you enter a college, you have a chance and time to evaluate all opportunities, ideas, and suggestions to make the right choice and enjoy the results of your activities. Among the variety of college activities, the...
