Effective Learning When Your Strategy is Kinesthetic

According to the VARK testing, my leading learning strategy is kinesthetic. As per scores, they were visual – 2, aural – 3, read/write – 7, and kinesthetic – 14 points. Kinesthetic perception is a way of obtaining information through the establishment of direct physical contact through any type of feeling...

Teaching Strategies and Classroom Management

Observed teaching strategies Teachers in grade 3 and 5 apply almost similar teaching strategies to assist their learners. To be successful, educators use more than a single strategy as this enables various kinds of learners to grasp the content. The observed teaching strategies in grade 3 and 5 included; demonstration,...

Why Education Requires Political Intervention?

The influence of politics on education is fundamental. Politicians are the policymakers in any jurisdiction. For this reason, they are the driving force behind any reforms, including those that affect education. Consequently, it is critical that they have the public’s interests at heart whenever they are formulating such policies. This...

Autistic Students in Saudi Arabia: Challenges in Mainstream Schools

Introduction to Autism among Students in Saudi Arabia Students who suffer from autism in Saudi Arabia are secluded from the mainstream learning institutions because teachers and staff members in the institutions lack the knowledge, awareness, and understanding of matters related to the condition. They fail to understand the kind of...

Adaptive Learning Design to Address Diverse Student Learning Needs

Problem Description The problem is the presence of learners with different learning capabilities, which creates a challenge in ensuring they all understand correctly. It is commonly faced in learning institutions where teachers are expected to cater to students’ learning needs despite their different levels of understanding. The traditional “one-size-fits-all” approach...

The Impact of Remote Learning on University Students’ Mental Health and Social Relationships

Introduction The research paper investigates the impact of remote learning on the mental health and social relationships of university students. The key findings reveal that remote learning has led to increased stress levels and reduced engagement in a significant portion of students, impacting their academic performance and general well-being. However,...

Anxiety and Substance Abuse Among University of Botswana Students

Introduction The prevalence of anxiety among students is an alarming trend that is increasing due to the heavy curriculum load and lack of support. Accordingly, this problem affects the appearance of addictions similar to those of psychoactive substances. Because of the fact that students are faced with stressors, they resort...

Applying VARK (Visual, Aural, Read, and Kinaesthetic) Learning Styles for Effective Education

Learning Style (VARK) The current learning style identified in the VARK questionnaire is substantial read/write. According to the results of the questionnaire, read/write strategies reach 15 points, while visual strategies reach only 3 points. The recommended learning styles involve reading the information, making sense of it, and writing it down...

Critical Thinking and the Spread of Irrational Ideas: A Review of Dzubay’s Essay

Introduction In her essay “Outbreak of the Irrational,” Sarah Dzubay examines the ways in which irrational fears and ideas can proliferate quickly and harm society. She contends that people should be critical thinkers and evaluate these views since these bursts of irrationality might result in risky behaviors and viewpoints. The...

Inclusivity Education for Disabled Students

Introduction The quality of life in children with disability can be marginalizing. Adopting strategies that can meet the learning needs of disabled children in education is challenging, especially for inclusive education, whereby all students are engaged. Inclusive education has been effective in facilitating learning, especially for disabled students. Inclusive education...

Students with Disabilities in Classrooms

The acknowledgment and development of diversity in communities are one of the primary benefits of inclusive education. It strives to bring together various children in the classroom, allowing everyone the same opportunity to grow and learn. As a result, it can improve cooperation and collaboration at the local level among...

The Importance of Career Counseling for Veterans

Introduction Veterans are individuals who have served in the military for a certain period of time and have been honorably discharged from their service. While some veterans transition seamlessly into civilian life, many struggle to find their footing in the workforce. They require the support and advice of career counseling....

Basic Literacy and School-to-Prison Pipeline

Basic literacy is essential for students to be able to comprehend the material they are being taught. Therefore, it is the foundation for any student’s academic success. Without basic literacy skills, students are unable to access the knowledge they need to be successful in school and beyond it. Research indicates...

Education Reform in the United States

Introduction Education reform is a strategic process aimed at altering approaches to delivering learning instruction to suit society’s changing needs. Reforming education systems creates room for tackling issues and addressing limitations to enhance quality. However, changes depend on research and expert analysis of factors associated with students’ outcomes. Therefore, the...

Achieving Educational Leadership

Achieving a leadership role in the field of education requires a multitude of specific traits and skills that directly correlate with the professional objectives implied in said position. Three goals that can be highlighted as essential to this objective include maximization of communication skills, inspiring collaboration and diversity, and being...

Human Nature as the Central Theme of the Avatar Film

Introduction This essay is a detailed answer to two questions regarding what the student learned during the term as part of the course and the central theme of Avatar – human nature. Accordingly, the student’s primary goal is to explain how and to what extent writing skills have improved and...

Academic Fraud & Dishonesty and Its Consequences

Introduction In modern society, violations of the norms of scientific ethics have become a big problem. These include plagiarism, falsification of empirical material, fabrication of references to non-existent works, incorrect citation, undeserved authorship, sale of dissertations, sabotage. The above types of violations of ethical standards can be qualified as specific...

Learning Process in Different Contexts

To solve the psychological and pedagogical problems of interaction of participants in the educational process, the technology of contextual learning is recognized as the main one. Many researchers consider this technology of teaching to be a priority, especially in the context of the transition to the competence-based paradigm of education...

The Criteria for a Sound Quantitative Research

Introduction The criteria for scientific research using quantitative methods are essential to conducting the objective investigation. The characteristics of the quantitative study are the validity and reliability of the obtained data. These aspects are relevant to the description of the criteria because they allow scholars to generate legitimate knowledge without...

International Declaration on Inclusion in Education

Introduction Modern foreign practice demonstrates that the development of inclusive education is a complex and multifaceted process. It involves, in addition to scientific and methodological, economic, social, and administrative resources, and requires a radical restructuring of the modern education system. The basis of the idea of expanding access to education...

Closing the Gap Between Military Service and Civilian Career

Introduction A gulf between Military Service and Civilian careers prevents veterans from successfully integrating into society after military service. It is crucial to offer modern veterans efficient employment services. Therefore, this topic needs research and analysis of all stakeholders’ needs, rights, and opportunities. Professionals in career development must think carefully...

“Interleaving Retrieval Practice…” Study by Sana & Yan

Purpose The study investigated the long-term effects of interleaved retrieval practice in ninth- through 12th-grade science classrooms. The essay provides an in-depth analysis of the study, demonstrating its efficiency in light of the applied research design, validity, and conclusions. It covers various aspects of the text, including a description of...

Analysis of Jonathan Kozol’s “The Uses of “Diversity”

Introduction The Uses of “Diversity” is Kozol’s seventh letter from the book Letters to a Young Teacher. The chapter is anchored on the contention that despite the civil rights movements that rocked America in the 1950s and 1960s, inequality and segregation in the U.S. educational system still exist today (Kozol,...

Mind Mapping for Adult Learning

Today, I would like to discuss mind mapping and how helpful it can be for adult learning. Adult education is more complicated than many people may think because it occurs at a time when individuals have already had some educational and professional experience, and adjusting to new knowledge can be...

Effective Professional Learning Communities

The contemporary educational system continually strives for advancement and innovation. Professionals are trying to develop new techniques to make sure that young individuals are receiving a significant amount of knowledge and learning to implement it effectively. One of the concepts widely used in the modern environment is the professional learning...

The Lancasterian Education System: History and Overview

In the early 19th century, there existed problems in the education sphere because not many parents could afford to send their children to school. It was evident that a new decision was necessary to make school education more accessible and preserve decent outcomes. Joseph Lancaster, an English developer, made a...

Why Important Education System

In this day and age, the American school is perceived not only as a place where young people acquire the necessary academic knowledge and skills. It also became a space where students acquire social skills, build relationships, and learn to interact with each other. The current education system of the...

Education: Personal Statement

Dear Admission Committee of the Global Technology and Development Program, I want to present my statement of purpose for the application for an MSc in Global Technology and Development, Concentration in Applied International Development (GTD-AID) at Arizona State University. I have profoundly researched many degrees offered by several universities. However,...

Sex Education and Egocentrism: Cognitive Development

Introduction In the most difficult periods of a country’s development, the institution of the family shows high resilience and the ability to maintain its stability. Strengthening the moral foundations of the individual and the status of the family is a priority for society, and sexual education of the younger generation...

The “Student’s Shadow” Method in the Work of a Teacher

“Shadow a Student” is an excellent opportunity for an educator to refresh their memories of being a student and examine the practices that other teachers use. Moreover, from this experience, I understood that educators do not always comprehend the concerns that their students may have or do not perceive why...

Douglass’ Learning to Read and Plato’s Allegory of the Cave

Frederick Douglass’s Learning to Read and Plato’s Allegory of the Cave share the idea that knowledge is decisive and crucial for the self-awareness of a person. People need to become enlightened to live a good life and contribute to the world’s development. Once the individual realizes his or her place...

Bachelor of Science in Social Work: Self-Reflection

Introduction Studying in the Bachelor of Science in social work program was a deliberate decision that I came to during my previous education. The opportunity to acquire professional skills that not only contribute to my personal development but also provide an opportunity to contribute to society. The current learning process...

Analysis of the Article “Evidence-Based Teaching Strategies for Students With EBD”

Introduction The article “Evidence-based teaching strategies for students with EBD” (Ryan, Pierce, & Mooney, 2008) is grounded on the analysis of scholarly researches. The examined papers compare the effectuality of different kinds of interventions in the schooling of children with emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD). The chosen article is dedicated...

The Politics of School Uniform: Dressing Diversity

Introduction The current educational environment serves as a place with particular diversification and poses critical concerns regarding the concepts of humanity and individual differences of the students. While the established dress code is considered the tool to facilitate a more serious school atmosphere and enhance student attainment, the school uniform...

The Process of Resume Creation

Over the past years, the process of resume creation has gone far beyond, indicating one’s professional experience and qualities. Resume and cover letter completion now require basic education on the formatting and style peculiarities, including knowledge of the current labor market tendencies. Moreover, the competitiveness levels in the market have...

Sex Education Among Young People

Dispensing contraceptives Dispensing contraceptives to students in high schools has long been a controversial topic for many parents, teachers, and concerned citizens. These people argue that giving out free condoms would only encourage teenagers to have more sex. While this might be true to a certain degree, a recent survey...

Determination of Average Height

As part of this assignment, a survey was conducted to assess the height of 10 male students studying in Miami, Florida. The sample included males aged 20-25 who attend the University of Miami. The sampling method used for the study was convenience sampling because participants were approached on campus. A...

Program Planning: Health and Wellness for Senior Citizens

Introduction Older people pay great attention to their health and are much more motivated to be healthy and active. The main principle of longevity is a healthy lifestyle and self-care. An increase in the standard of living is possible with a combination of the right lifestyle, work and rest balance,...

The Middle and High School Students and Their Attitude Towards Social Studies

On consideration of the previous research that was carried out earlier and policy makers and stakeholders’ desire to understand more on the attitude of students towards social studies, need arose for further clarification of the students’ stance towards the same. The result pointed out that certain factors generally led to...

Education for Native Americans: Difficulties

Theoretical Framework The American educational system is developing in the field of support for all categories of the population. Thanks to this, Native Americans who live and study in their small communities have access to all the achievements of science. In particular, although the study of computer science was not...

Trends in Education Overview and Analysis

Introduction The past few years have witnessed impressive changes/improvements in computer and internet scenarios. The previously huge size of a computer has been reduced in size to as small as a mobile phone. Customary media like television, radio and printed material are being rooted out by the internet. There seem...

Response on Crisis in Schools

School Crisis Response The speed of one’s actions is crucial when an accident or an incident happens. It is important to calmly access the situation and follow the guidelines for resolving any given situation and find the quickest possible resolution. The first step in responding to a crisis is calling...

Negative Effects of Stress on a College Student

Discussion A college student has many problems to overcome to succeed academically. A student takes a lot more than just studying to be successful in college. He is confronted with several stressors, such as; time management, financial difficulties, deprived sleep, social activities, and others can pose danger to the academic...

Active Participation by Teacher Impact on Students

Abnormal psychology is taught in two sections: at 9:30 am and at 11:30 am. Students who have classes at 9:30 am are more talkative and also seem to perform better in midterms and finals. This suggests a hypothesis that active participation by a teacher positively impacts the results of their...

Synthesis of Ideas From Essays by Tan and Rodriguez

It is commonplace that foreign students face numerous challenges whenever they take up a different language. In America, for example, all learning takes place in English, and foreign students are expected to adapt quickly. Consequently, theories exist concerning the suitability of this requirement, with scholars presenting their views for or...

Academic Honesty: Cheating & Plagiarism

Plagiarism is unacceptable for academic papers writing – it contradicts the law, ethics, and moral principles. Every student, professor, and scholar has to use only his or her own thoughts and conclusions for one’s scientific work. The importance of plagiarism-free academic papers among students is to be discussed below. Academic...

“The Courage to Teach” by Parker J. Palmer

Introduction When learning to teach, teachers are required to read a number of books and texts. The aim is to get knowledge on what scholars in their field have to say about teaching as a profession. Different books address varying themes and subjects associated with learning how to teach. Some...

Plagiarism Prevention in Nursing Education

An essential issue in the academic writing world is the use of work developed and presented by other people. While it is not forbidden, as using such material can help build a strong argument, it is critical to give credit to people who have put efforts and time into the...

Best Practices for Identifying Gifted Student

Currently many parents find it hard to identify the talents of their children and thus they depend on teachers and other career counselors for help. Therefore, it is imperative that these people know the procedures behind identifying the gifted children (Johnsen, 2009, p.9). According to the Improving America’s Schools Act...

School Effectiveness and School Improvement Movement

It is relatively agreeable that SESI is a Tayloristic model and thus its management has to take a hierarchical approach in any education system. The latter approach is essential since management elements need to countercheck how systems and structures with school settings are run to draw new ideas or better...

Philosophies of Curriculum and Design

Abstract This paper presents a personal design of the essential learning strategies in the prevailing curriculum. It discusses how the curriculum can be modified to develop in various factors such as environment, social state, current education, and psychological state. All these are associated with the learning outcomes of education theories...

Comparing Single-Sex and Co-ed School Systems

The importance of education in the society cannot be overestimated. Accordingly, it can be seen that constant improvement and developments in the field of education aim at making learning more efficient. Such developments might include changing teaching styles, developing curriculum materials, improving delivery methods, and others. For most of those...

Linguistic Diversity in Early Childhood Education

The experts around the world recognize that the early childhood is the period of most rapid physical and child’s mental development, the initial formation of physical and mental qualities which are needed a person during the rest of his life, such qualities and properties that make him human. The feature...

Benefits for Teachers: Social and Medical Insurance

Introduction Teachers have benefits which he will use for pre and post retirement protection. The most commonly used by most teachers is Teachers’ Pension Scheme which is abbreviated as (NUT). The teachers’ pension scheme covers all types of members who are in the teaching profession and members benefit when they...

Nursing Course: Curriculum Design and Evaluation

Background Every field requires specialization for efficiency. Any medical course such as nursing is no exception here. However, specialization also requires a course to be studied, which requires organized planning. The organized plan for the effective study is what is termed a curriculum. The curriculum provides the direction of how...

The Employee Training Program

The environment is an important aspect of the educational process, as it influences the whole learning abilities of the staff (Burke, 2007). The economic and political changes have a direct relation to the educational level of employees that should be constantly developed (Hauer and Daniels, 2008). I currently work for...

Teenagers’ Problems in American High Schools

Introduction The problem of teenagers dropping out of school has not been an issue of the third world countries only. The problem is also experienced in American schools. There are numerous reasons behind this issue. Teenagers have to cope with eminent challenges of which at times they succumb to leading...

How Can We Do ESL Better? Pedagogical and Ethical Issues

Executive Summary The paper is about how ESL is perceived and in what context throughout the globe. The paper starts with applying various ESL concepts to housekeeping employees, at their workplace. The increasing workplace diversity has developed a need to improve the ability of workers to communicate in English. Many...

Objectivity in Educational Conduct and Research

Education is the main consideration of people in the modern world. People have used to the opinion that to get a good job people should study hard and have excellent knowledge in the sphere he or she wants to work in. Objectivity in education is one of the main issues...

Reasonable Approach of Swain’s Output Hypothesis

The urge for studying English as the second or third language is prescribed today with a particular mandatory character. Being Lingua Franca English comprises today the huge scope of international relationships. Swain’s hypothesis demonstrates the argumentation of output significance for mastering foreign language. DeKeyser (2007) admits the significance of Swain’s...

Education Philosophy as It Relates to Adult Learning and Higher Education

Abstract This paper deals with the philosophy of education relating to adult learning and higher education. It begins with the reflection of lived experience, which allows stating core values and beliefs of an educator, as well as factors able to influence them. The paper considers the educational philosophy of self-discovery...

Reflections on Improving the Craft of Writing

Creativity and the flair for writing are considered as natural traits, and the generally accepted notion is that writers are born and not made. To a certain extent, this is true; the ability to write is an inherent quality in an individual and one cannot expect all humans to be...

Learning Theories: Behavioral Theory, Constructivism, Multiple Intelligence Theory

Learning is a complicated and time-consuming process. In the course of this process, a person acquires certain knowledge and skills and goes through “measureable change in behavior that continues over time.” (Stanhope & Lancaster 2006) There exists a number of learning theories that can be applied in a group or...

CDS: Professional and Scholarly Tasks

Executive Summary The report essentially entails how the CDS has helped the learners carry out researches and assignments in other modules of study. The report has discussed how the CDS prepares the learners for both the professional and scholarly tasks in the outside world. To a large extent, the report...

The Impact of Parent’s Educational Level on College Students

Introduction The article, named “The Impact of Parent’s Educational Level on College Students: An Analysis Using the Beginning Post-secondary Students Longitudinal Study 1990-92/94”, written by Debbie Hahs-Vaughn, is a collection of material pertaining to the effect of parents being educated, on the outcomes of students performances. It has generally never...

Transforming York County Schools: An ALAP Plan for Modern Education

Abstract This ALAP plan aims to develop strategies that can transform the school system in York County and prepare the students for their future following the requirements of the 21st century. Obtaining a high school diploma does not necessarily mean that an individual is ready to attend college or excel...

English Proficiency Tests Comparison

Introduction Standardized language proficiency tests are widely used all over the world to evaluate students’ skills in various languages. Because of the vast number of English language learners, there is a significant variety of English language proficiency tests. When used in the ESL context, these tests can help to assign...

Teachers’ Use of Assessment Data to Inform Instruction

Introduction Data-based decision-making at school depends on educators’ regular collection and assessment of different types of data regarding students’ progress to conclude about their strengths and weaknesses in learning. This approach to decision-making allows for utilizing mostly credible sources of information, such as summative assessment results, to draw accurate conclusions...

Definition of VARK Questionnaire Analysis

Introduction The selection of learning strategies is a significant step in the process of education because it is decisive for the success of the learning process as well as students’ performance. People have diverse learning preferences and demonstrate different performance with the use of preferred strategies. Some individuals need to...

Indian Boarding Schools and Their Effects

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...

Mastering Essay Writing: 6 Key Steps for Students

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...

College Dropouts from a Sociological Standpoint

Introduction The failure of numerous students to finish their postsecondary education despite enrolling in a college is a concerning matter. As the period after a person grows out of adolescence is essential to his or her formation, such a significant lack of success can result in considerable damage. College dropouts...

Ableism and Student Segregation in Georgia Schools

The US Department of Justice’s investigation showed that the state of Georgia was illegally segregating students with disabilities. This problem was present for a long time, as it led to at least one case of suicide among children ten years ago (RBS NewsHour, 2015). The student was kept in a...

Behaviorism and Cognitivism in Nursing Curriculum

The two learning theories that are of the most interest to me are behaviorism and cognitivism. These two theoretical frameworks for understanding the mind stand in opposition to each other in what value they attach to human thought process and cognitivism actually developed as a response to behaviorism. Behaviorism covers...

Action-Based Teaching, Autonomy and Identity

The article under analysis is entitled “Action-Based Teaching, Autonomy, and Identity” and is written by Leo van Lier in 2007. In general, in his article, the author provides a thorough description of action-based teaching. He examines different agency aspects, including the relations between process and structure, classroom democracy, and control...

Student Learning Assessment Plan

Assessment Plan Table Learning Goals Assessments Format of assessment Adaptations Learning goal 1:Recognize and read plural words Pre-assessment Reading exercises on plural and singular words From these lessons, the student will understand the concept of one and more than one. They will be able to demonstrate the use of plural...

Observation on the Teacher and Students

The class starts when the teacher greets students and asks them to place their books on the desks. It is an English classroom where students learn how to concentrate and respond to comprehension. One of the teaching methods that the teacher applies is reading the comprehension loudly for the whole...

Classroom Observation: Children with IEPs

Classroom Description and Observation Focus The object of my observation was a self-contained classroom-based on 8 boys and 1 girl mixed with grades 3rd,4th, and 5th graders. The class included 8 boys and 1 girl; all the students are taught based on the Individualized Education Program (IEP). The ground for...

Students’ Misconceptions Regarding the Notion of ‘Air’

Students can have various misconceptions regarding the notion of ‘air.’ The problem is in the fact that it is rather difficult for children to discuss the air in the context of such notions as ‘volume,’ ‘weight,’ ‘vacuum,’ and ‘atmospheric pressure’ (Driver, Rushworth, Squires, & Wood-Robinson, 2005). Thus, children understand basic...

Contemporary Issues in Curriculum Plan

What do students actually gain from teachers who are involved in professional development? Murnane and Levy (2004) explain that professional development – when done well- allows teachers to improve their teaching methods while at the same time facilitate children to learn in a better way. Such abilities are quite necessary...

Holistic Assessment of Students with Special Needs

A holistic assessment of students is a specific process that includes several steps and procedures in order to interpret test results and draw certain conclusions. In this context, a holistic approach means focusing not only on the assessment data received with the help of interviews, standardized tests, and different types...

The Assessment of Children with Reading Disabilities

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...

Adult Education in the “Real World” Classroom

Abstract At the present, demand for higher education has continued to rise especially in the case of adult learners who perceive added credentials in education as a stepping stone towards a better position and a more fulfilling career. Suffice it to say there are many means of continued education that...

Multicultural Education Issues and Perspectives

The main factors and dimensions in the multicultural education ideology and their theoretical basis One of the most important issues of a modern educational system is multicultural education. Our contemporary world tends to multicultural. Thus, from a global perspective, this question should be in the spotlight when educating children in...

Nobel Prizes in Different Spheres

J.J. Thomson, Albert Einstein, William Butler Yeats, Stanley Prusiner, and Amartya Sen… Do you know what unites all these people? What do you know about these people and their achievements? All of them have only one thing in common: in due time, they were awarded the Nobel Prizes in different...

Journalist Profession, Its Pros and Cons

When the time to choose one particular profession comes, many students face several doubts and challenges. It is not very easy to make one clear decision and be sure about its correctness in the future. This is why it is better to evaluate all pros and cons beforehand to make...

Reading Fluency Activities for 4-5th-Graders

Title of the book: My Rotten Redheaded Older Brother Author: Patricia Polacco is the author of many books for children, for instance, Some Birthday, The Keeping Quilt, or Rechenka’s Eggs. Her works are praised by educators and parents. Brief Synopsis: This book tells the story of a little girl named...

Designing Behavioral Interventions for Classroom Participation: Strategies for Anderson

Given what you know about increasing and decreasing behaviors, design an intervention for your target student in accordance with the steps outlined below. What is the function of your student’s behavior (as determined in task #2)? The function of Anderson’s behavior is to avoid participating in class. What is the...

The Response-to-Intervention Movement in American Education

Introduction The Response-to-Intervention (RtI) movement is issuing new dawn in public education in the United States by enabling struggling students to be moved on to special learning institutions. In the past before the RtI program, students had to deteriorate severely before being assessed for special education programs. Following the inception...

Gender Equity and Social Justice in Schoolchildren

Gender equality means that both men and women have equal opportunities to realise their potential. In the schooling environment, it means that both boys and girls are provided with the same treatment in all areas in a bid to enhance their pursuit for educational targets (Davies & Banks, 1995). Over...

Exclusion of Students with Learning Disabilities

Introduction The problem of teaching students with learning disabilities (LD students) is actively discussed in US society. The reason is that theory and practice of working with these students constantly change to provide educators with the most effective methods to teach individuals with special learning needs. Therefore, while focusing on...

Math Anxiety, Its Factors and Interventions

Introduction One of the problems that may affect the classroom environment and student achievement (for age 3-6 years) negatively is math anxiety. Math anxiety strongly affects mathematic achievement in all levels of learning. The anxiety is defined as a negative cognition, avoidance behavior, and inadequate and pressured feeling that affects...

Prevention of Bullying in Schools

Introduction Peer victimization, also known as bullying, comprises commonly recurring, unsolicited, hostile behavior among school-aged children involving a real or perceived power imbalance. Bullying that takes place in educational settings is a relevant and critical global issue, and while it affects all children regardless of culture, ethnicity, gender, or race,...

Why More and More Students Are Taking Online Classes?

Introduction In the recent days, online learning has acquired a lot of popularity in many countries. Online enrollment is convenient to most students, and many people opt to apply this strategy. The popularity of online learning dates back in the advent of the computer era and with advancement in information...

Future Leaders’ Pre-School and Kindergarten

Introduction Maria Montessori, Loris Malaguzzi and Rudolf Steiner were great educationists who developed the Montessori, Reggio Emilia and Waldorf theories of education respectively. These three approaches to early education are progressive and their influence on educational practices has spread all over the world. The school I will develop is called...

Mathematics Teachers’ Self-Efficacy, Its Importance, and Effects

Introduction According to Albert Bandura, the self-efficacy theory is representative of an individual’s belief in his/her ability to complete a given task successfully (1986). As stated by Murphy and Alexander on the self-efficacy theory, individuals or teachers’ decision about their ability to teach any given task is entirely dependent on...

Impact of School Restrictions on Teenagers’ Transition to Adulthood

Article Overview The article that will be analyzed in the paper at hand is devoted to the problem of the infantilization of teenagers as a result of the artificial prolongation of school studies. The author claims that over the past century, the number of restrictions for school students has become...

An Ethical Dilemma in Education

Introduction The incidence of academic dishonesty has been on the rise for the last decade (Orosz, Farkas, and Roland-Lévy 1). Unethical behavior is often pursued to obtain passing grades that are regarded as real indicators of success by some students. In an attempt to receive a passing grade on assignments...

Educational (NAEYC) Standard 4: Interviewing a Professional

Early childhood education requires additional attention today as this is the base of the further effective education. National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Initial and Advanced Standards for Early Childhood Professional Preparation Programs are important to be explored by the relevant professionals to improve professional and personal...

Teacher Effectiveness and Performance Assessment

Introduction Abstract Increasingly, efforts aimed at understanding why some teacher’s impact on students more than others, is on the rise. Determining what is effective teaching and how it can be evaluated is now a concern for educational policy makers. On the whole, proper teaching is directly related to performance of...

Positive Learning Environment for Student Nurses

Introduction The creation of a positive learning setting allows students to feel well-cared-for, engaged, and comfortable, which makes them motivated to strive for success (Henderson, Cooke, Creedy, & Walker, 2012). In an environment where ideas and tasks stay constant, and focus is set on the positive attributes of learning, learners...

The Advantages of Independent Learning

Education is an integral part of human development. The learning process starts since the very moment of birth and continues throughout the lifespan. As a person grows, he/she becomes more conscious about own intellectual development and capable of influencing its outcomes. Nowadays, researchers and practitioners in the field of education...

Teachers’ Expectancies: Determinants of Pupils’ IQ Gains

The paper under the investigation is written by Robert Rosenthal and Leonore Jacobson, and it is called Teachers expectancies: Determinants of pupils IQ gains. Despite the fact that the article was written in the middle of the past century, the given issue could still be considered crucial as it gives...

NAYEC Standard 3 for Early Education: Summary and Explanation

Introduction To be able to advocate the rights of young children and their families, it is important to be aware of the context of early childhood development. There are different standards within this area of expertise, but knowing the standard of observing, documenting and assessing to support young children and...

Curriculum Development for Quality Early Childhood Programs

Introduction An early childhood program entails appropriate development practices for decision and policy makers in program centers. The main reason for the creation of such programs is for the care and education of young children. The program aims at establishing quality standards in the process of delivering the needs of...

Curriculum Development in Language Teaching

Evaluation procedures In education, there are several methods of evaluating a learner. These methods are known as procedures. These procedures assume different approaches and have different objectives. One of the common evaluation procedures used in the evaluation of an individual in a learning setting is the diagnostic procedure. This method...

Traditional vs. Virtual Learning Environment

Defining the Problem Situation With the development of the ICT system, the traditional learning environments are in the process of developing new virtual spaces designed for learning. Participants have to adjust to new methods of communication and learning with teachers and peers through a differently organized learning environment. The emergence...

Least Restrictive Environment and Inclusion

As stated by McGovern (2015), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act requires the US public schools to support the learning process the students with diverse disabilities who “need such supports…to benefit educationally” (p. 117). The development of an appropriate learning context for disabled children is required by the Least Restrictive...

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Introduction It is the role of the state and the society, in general, to provide quality education and other social services to children; however, children with disabilities have continued to suffer from lack of inclusion in public social institutions. The lack of inclusion has hampered them from reaching their full...

Modernization of the UAE Education System

It is observed that economic and social development inevitably invokes the necessity for the change of the public educational systems to meet the needs and interests of the transformed society. The purpose of the paper is the evaluation of multiple aspects of modernization of approach to education that recently took...

Building Family and Community Relationships

A child’s environment comprises a sufficient part of the child’s development process. Family and community remain the largest influence on a child throughout the early years, so maintaining and improving it secures the effective result in learning. Standard of Choice In my opinion, the standard that requires the most in-depth...

Standardized Testing in the United States

Abstract While standardized testing has played a very important role during the Industrial Revolution and the twentieth century, recent studies have been increasingly pointing out the problems and inefficiencies of this method of education. Introduction The past decade has seen a massive increase in the amount of the standardized tests...

Cross-Cultural Communication in Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education: Introduction Standard Summary: Building Family and Community Relationships Promoting diversity and improving the process of cross-cultural communication In the environment of the 21st century, where diversity is one of the foundational principles of intercultural communication, it is essential to teach learners to be perceptive of other people’s...

Campus Parking Solutions at Florida National University

Introduction to campus parking issues According to recent statistics, the lack of parking spots on campuses represents one of the major problems for students. The results of a cohort study with the sample comprised of 1.200 full-time U.S. students revealed that 16 percent of respondents consider inadequate parking the biggest...

Saudi Arabian Special Schooling and Legislation

Introduction The Saudi Arabian education system appears to be radically evolving from the time when the system was first founded. In fact, having been in existence for over 78 years, just the affluent and kids from the elite families enjoyed the Saudi Arabian education system privileges from the onset. Now,...

Learning Theories in Language Teaching Curriculum

Introduction Learning theories are used to develop curriculums that explain learning models used in education. These models help simplify education from the earliest stages of childhood through formal education. This paper will explore the learning theories and how they can be applied in developing a curriculum for learning and teaching...

Dominance and Cooperation as Classroom Management Strategies

Introduction The importance of applying classroom management strategies is discussed by many educators because effective classroom management contributes to developing an appropriate atmosphere for teaching and learning. However, management of students’ behaviors in a classroom can be viewed as a challenging process, and it is important to determine approaches that...

Understanding NAEYC Standard 2 for Early Childhood Professionals

The purpose of this paper is to outline the NAEYC (2010) Standard 2 and prepare a plan for its exploration to improve my skills. A Summary of Standard 2 The NAEYC (2010a) Standards for Early Childhood Professional Preparation Programs include Standard 2 (S2): “building family and community relationships” (p. 1)....

Balanced Literacy Teaching Methods: Strategies for Effective Learning and Engagement

Balanced literacy is a “teaching methodology whereby the tutor integrates various instructional methods” (Carver 348). The teaching approach uses different strategies to achieve the goals of the learning process. The tutor should use multiple strategies in order to ensure every learner achieves his or her objectives. Balanced literacy is a...

Sociology and Education: Schooling Purposes

Introduction Education is an integral part of every society. The modern system of school aims at providing all children with equal opportunities for studying. Schools prepare children for adulthood. They teach them not only general knowledge about this world but how to become a constituent of modern society and make...

Schools in the 21st Century

Introduction Schools in the 21st century face numerous issues because of the increased technological advancements, which include e-learning, social media usage in classrooms, and/or self-paced learning (Kobalia & Garakanidze, 2010). In the 21st century, technological advancement is intense, especially with the development of internet facilities. Thus, many schools in this...

Early Childhood Education Programs

Montessori Focus on socialization. The learning environment is supportive and interesting. Learning through sensory feelings. Learning through manipulating objects. Learning is similar to real-life experience (The Montessori Early Childhood Program, 2009). High Scope Focus on active participatory learning. Learning is organized according to the Plan-Do-Review cycle. Learning through observing and...

Alternative English Literature Courses for Students

Abstract The proposal presents the project of creating Alternative Courses of English Literature for students of our university. The objective of the proposal is to contribute to the improvement of the quality of education at out university and broaden the intellectual horizons of the students who study English literature, as...

Educational Article “The Hurried Child” by David Elkind

David Elkind in his article The Hurried Child addresses the society’s plan of trying to draw the future of its children closer, than it is. The message comes up at a time when parents are endeavoring to hurry their children into adulthood. Many people have set out to unravel the...

Education Impact on Life Quality

There is an old axiom which says that good quality education is the key to a successful and fulfilling life. This axiom could never be further from the truth, especially now in the 21st century when competition for existing career positions is increasingly high. The intense competition has triggered a...

The Role of Textbooks in Education

The Pros and Cons of Using Etextbooks for College Students A number of college students buy or rent the e-textbooks they require for their courses as opposes to traditional paper textbooks. E-Textbooks have become very common and very handy for college students, since they are light and take up no...

Expository Essays: Purpose, Structure, and Language

Introduction Different types of writing allow you to create different moods in essays with a specific purpose. The informational nature of any writing is essential, but sometimes essays also have the task of convincing the reader of their point of view or telling them something. Expository writing is a genre that...

Restorative Justice in Classroom Discipline: Building Emotional Intelligence and Leadership

Introduction Teachers must ensure discipline in their classrooms, but everything should be balanced. Discipline maintenance can be based on strict obedience to rules and punishing everyone who does not comply. Such an approach is typical, but it harms students and worsens their problems instead of solving them. Restorative justice is...

Preventing Plagiarism: Key Strategies for Academic Integrity

Students must grasp the severe repercussions of plagiarism. It is the act of using someone else’s work without giving them proper credit, and it can result in academic failure, including failing a course or being expelled. To avoid plagiarism, it is essential to comprehend what it is and what not...

The Impact of College Debt on Student Health and Well-Being

Introduction The challenge of increasing the depth of college students’ lives and its impact on their physical health is serious and needs immediate attention. With the rising number of mental health disorders and health problems associated with student debt, it is clear that reform is needed to help ease their...

Early Childhood Profession Competencies

Introduction Professionals in the field of child education must possess the information, skills, and abilities essential to their students’ success. Child psychology and development processes, pedagogical skills, and the capacity to establish a secure and encouraging classroom setting for better learning engagements are viable competencies of an educator. Solid educational...

The Law of Business Associations: Educational Course

Course Description An exploration of the legal mechanisms that are set for effective management of business organizations. Topics include characteristics of a company, types of business organizations, formation of business organizations, management of companies, and termination of a company. The course is a 1000-level law course, and in-depth knowledge of...

Cornell University’s and Anaheim University’s Vision Statements

Introduction A vision statement is a public document that declares an organization’s goals and long-term prospects. It plays a fundamental role in creating a strategic plan in educational organizations. This paper will be based on the vision statements from the two US educational institutions, namely Cornell University and Anaheim University,...

Teaching Strategies in Special Education

Children with various abilities absorb the most study material and are best immersed in learning when the classroom is adapted to their needs. Modern teaching techniques for children with special needs have proven to be effective. They can be divided into two large groups – approaches to creating an effective...

The Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

The student loan forgiveness plan was initiated to assist graduate students who struggle to repay the loan they borrowed to obtain their college degrees. In August 2022, the Bidden-Harris government publicized its proposal to remove up to $20,000 in student debt for qualified borrowers to offer middle-class and working families...

Financial Literacy Lessons for Children

Introduction As Amagir et al. argue, “children and adolescents can only realize their full potential as citizens if they are financially empowered and capable” (56). Teaching children financial literacy is the key to building a society in which citizens know how to properly manage their funds, and now, we will...

Benefits and Drawbacks of Online Education: Analysis

Introduction Online learning has become a necessary part of education in recent years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, schools had to incorporate online classes for all disciplines regardless of whether they were easy or challenging to teach in this medium (Xhaferi and Xhaferi 87). During online classes, students interact with a...

Autism and the Education System

Introduction It is no secret that the education system for people with autism in the USA is one of the most significant challenges from the point of view of modern academic methods and learning processes. Thus, it should be recognized that over the past few years in America, there has...

Planning Programs for Adult Learners

Introduction Proper planning is among the core pillars of a successful adult education program. A well-devised template is crucial in this niche and should be capable of bridging the gap between goals and their eventual fulfillment (Caffarella & Daffron, 2013). In order to plan effectively, there is an Interactive Planning...

Creating Inclusive Classrooms for Diverse Learners

Introduction Learners’ inclusion involves creating an environment that allows all the students to benefit from all sessions despite their differences. Instructors play a significant role in ensuring that the learning environment is inclusive for all learners and making the learning process easy and bearable. This essay explains the instructor’s characteristics,...

Master of Public Administration and the Career

Introduction The “Master of Public Administration” (MPA) focuses on public provision or non-profit administration. MPA programs prepare learners for executive and management roles at state, local, and federal levels in different segments, including education, government service, community supervision, non-profit establishments, and other subdivisions (Lee, 2020). This memo reflects on my...

Andragogy and Pedagogy for Adult Learners

Instructional coaches play an impactful role in the educational system. Since they are responsible for mentoring teachers and affecting the quality of education which they further give to the students, they have to have an excellent understanding of the efficient strategies of adult education. There are the concepts of andragogy,...

“Mathematical Mindsets” by Jo Boaler for Teachers

It is difficult for many students and pupils to perceive mathematical calculations in the context of dry numbers and memorized formulas. As a result, general mathematics education among the population suffers and people have difficulty obtaining degrees in areas directly related to the subject. However, in the modern world, teachers...

Benefits, Challenges, and Opportunities of Distance Learning

Introduction Distance learning represents a type of training defined by the apparent barriers of students from their teachers. Traditionally, distance education was done via the mail, but this is now possible because of technological advancements. There are various benefits to distance learning through the utilization of technology. Students use the...

Traditional Education: Inquiry-Based Learning Pedagogy

The model of traditional education practiced in traditional classrooms has been practiced for an extended period throughout history. However, the rapid development of technology during the last two decades created the internet, an idea with tremendous potential that may be integrated into any sphere. The internet has created an alternative...

Paraeducators in Classrooms with Disabled Students

Education makes a critical contribution to the development of society. In today’s world, where equality and diversity play a paramount role, more attention should be given to inclusive education. It means that education systems must develop and implement education strategies for special-needs students. I want to research the co-teaching models...

Diversity Field Experience in Classroom

Introduction Education is an essential step in children’s development; thus, universal access to it is critical. The United States is a country of multiple racial, ethnic, religious, and economic groups (Gollnick & Chinn, 2017). This paper aims to define the concept of diversity in a classroom and discuss culturally responsive...

Research in Teacher Decision Making

Work as a teacher involves a wide range of knowledge in various fields. Teachers should be professionals in their area of specialization and be able to give students reliable information. First, they will be authoritative among students, which will positively affect the educational process. Second, this will allow them to...

Accessibility For Students With Autism in Education in K-12

For most children and teenagers, K-12 education is the most valuable and influential part of their lives, providing them with many experiences, new knowledge, close friends, and basic social skills. Unfortunately, this sometimes may not be the case for schoolers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Even though the overall situation...