How to Apply for Financial Aid: Key Reasons and Tips

Entering the educational establishment, most students are sure that they will pay tuition and will successfully graduate from college or University. Still, several different situations may ruin even the strongest plans. The absence of enough money for tuition is not the reason to quit the University. Furthermore, there are situations...

“Children’s Visual Imagery” by DeWindt-King and Goldin

DeWindt-King and Goldin are considered the brains behind research in cognitive approaches to problem-solving and their qualifications and expertise in technological approaches in solving mathematics problems cannot be debated. Serving as full-time professors in their respective universities, the authors have made immense contributions to the field of mathematics education. Mediterranean...

Becoming a Professional Educator

What constitutes a teacher and school leader Educators provide resources to their colleagues and can thus become leaders to each other. A new teacher has to access reading materials, lesson plans, and other technological resources that assist in the classroom. They usually get this material from their older peers. An...

Visual Learning Style and Improvement Strategy

Introduction I have assessed my learning style and it turned out I am a visual learner. Visual learners tend to perceive information better if it is presented in the form of charts, diagrams, pictures, etc. (Anderman & Anderman, 2009). Visual learners also perceive information better when they read it rather...

Instructional Methods for Teaching Science

Introduction The goal of education, as expressed by many scholars, is principally learning. It has been proved that education is most effective when the teacher and learner are clear about the learning objectives and expected outcomes. This explains why it is important to incorporate performance and behavioral objectives into teaching...

John Dewey’s Naturalism and Pragmatism in Education

John Dewey is undoubtedly one of the most important American philosophers and educators. The consistency of his worldview and wide-ranging theories are the key characteristics of his work that make him so appealing to new generations of educators. Dewey’s naturalism and pragmatism led him to develop a doctrine that promised...

The Burden of Student Loans in Modern Society

The student loan burden is a persistent problem in contemporary society. Despite significant efforts of the government, it continues to impact the economic and social life of the individuals. The following paper argues that the government should do more to relieve the student loan burden, which, in turn, would contribute...

Key Skills in Education and Employment

Introduction Today’s workplace is in dire need of proficient workers who possess the necessary skills for the accomplishment of competitive tasks in industrial processes. Matching key skills acquired from middle-level colleges and the world’s universities with the workforce has become the leitmotif of the 21st century. Business organisations require skilful...

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...

Early Childhood Education: Conversations with Theorists

Introduction There is no doubt that early childhood education remains an extremely important branch of science as studying the mechanisms responsible for perception and processing of the information in children involves significant scientific discoveries capable of improving the modern approaches to education. As for the latter, they may be regarded...

Should the US Adopt the British Tradition of a Gap Year?

Traced back to the British traditions of the Grand Tour related to the Victorian period and hippy movement during the 1960s and 1970s, currently, the gap year spread to other countries and is recognized as a beneficial instrumentality (Heath 2007). Serious consideration should be given to the cultural context of...

Grade 9 Argument Writing Lesson Plan: Claims, Counterclaims, Strategies

Rationale The lesson on writing arguments is developed for students from Grade 9. Although students develop their skills in writing arguments in different grades, it is important to enhance their knowledge and train practical skills. Therefore, the purpose of this lesson is to improve students’ skills in analyzing speeches, formulating...

The Role of Athletics in Higher Education: Impact on Student Development and Community

Athletics Athletics is a collective term used to refer to competition in different sporting events like walking, throwing, jumping and running. Competitions involved in athletics include race walking, road running, track field and cross-country. Athletic competitions are simple because they do not involve the use of expensive equipments. Athletics is...

Inclusion and Individual Differences in Classroom

Introduction The trickiest question for educationists and trainers in the field of education concerns the approaches and mechanisms to foster the learning abilities of students with mental disabilities. It is quite difficult to enhance collective learning for students with mental disabilities, especially when these students are incorporated in collective learning...

Students’ Misconceptions About Science

It is important to start the students’ education regarding the principles of science by identifying possible misconceptions and preconceptions that they can have. The reason is that children begin to develop their visions of the world around them while referring to individual experiences and certain notions (Driver, Rushworth, Squires, &...

Teachers Expectation and Pupil Learning

Teaching as a career has distinct features that make it stand out among other career fields. The uniqueness lies in the reality that the choice made by a student like myself to pursue teaching in the field of education did not begin with a blank mind. It was utterly influenced...

Lesson Plan: Solving Equations and Inequalities

Student Objective The main objective of the lesson is for students to understand what are “linear equations and inequalities in one variable, including equations with coefficients represented by letters” (Engage NY, 2014). In other words, they need to grasp how the linear inequalities appear in a general way, how they...

Future Legal Issues in Education

Introduction Education is one of the core foundations for the development of any society. The educational initiatives in the United States including No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and the Individuals with Disability Act aim at ensuring the inclusion of all students in the accessing education. The educational policies and acts...

Promoting Child Development: NAEYC Standards for Early Childhood Education

Introduction Education plays a vital role in the lives of people because it determines their future, providing access to particular working places. As a rule, children’s attitudes towards studying and their academic achievements during school and university years depend on those formed in early childhood. That is why the quality...

Tea Party Pre-Reading Strategy in Education

Tea Party Strategy Overview One of the possible strategies that teachers may use for the purpose of involving students into work and improving their reading skills is called “tea party.” This name means that one can behave as if they were at a tea party: talk, discuss various subjects, share...

Functional Curriculum Goals in Special Education

Introduction Students with mental disabilities should be given opportunity to access education from the general curriculum that is provided for normal students. This form of curriculum should maximize the students’ independence and self direction to ensure that they enjoy the learning experience. This is applicable at school, home, in the...

South Africa and Tanzania Education Policies Comparison

Introduction Africa, in the pre-colonial period, encompassed a large number of autonomous societies. Though they had distinct policies and regulations that orchestrated their ways of the norm, some of the policies, especially in education, had some commonality. In the early phase of the colonial administration, some missionaries in Africa believed...

Public Schooling in America

Introduction The American education system is arguably one of the most advanced in the world. There is no doubt that America places a great emphasis on its education system providing adequate funding (Hochschild and Scovronick 27). In fact, research studies prove that American public schools remain some of the best-funded...

Financial Aid for College Students

Education is probably one of the most significant things in the life of every person. Without proper education, it is not easy to find a good job and earn enough for living. It is known that money is “social embodiment of both form and the content of value” (Smithin, 200),...

Ohio School Funding: Challenges and the Evidence-Based Model

The epic with the Ohio school funding system has been lasting about 20 years. At first, to make the Ohio school funding system constitutional, the cost-based model was offered: it implied calculating an average per-pupil amount and providing schools with corresponding funding (Endicott). Thus, funding was supposed to be equal...

Improving Oral Reading Skills to Enhance Reading Comprehension

Abstract Background. The significance of oral skills in acquiring the corresponding reading abilities can hardly be overrated. Because of the need to identify the aural signals with the visual ones and at the same time connect them to the connotation of a word, students need the teacher’s support as far...

The Role of Organizational Hierarchy and Interpersonal Relationships in School Leadership

Introduction The school leader plays a crucial role in the school’s educational environment. An organizational hierarchy can help him manage the school structure, allowing the leader to manage students, teachers, and resources better. However, it is also essential to consider interpersonal relationships within and outside the classroom, as they can...

Leadership Challenges and Overcoming Opposition at School

The case study presents the situation of Xanadu High at the time when Carol Thomas assumed the position of the school’s principal. Her appointment is met with opposition from Harold James, a veteran teacher who has been twice overlooked as a candidate for the position despite having worked at the...

The GOI-IES Scholarship: Fostering Community Integration Through Volunteerism

Introduction Applying for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) goes a long way toward advancing academic qualifications. At the same time, it is crucial to participate in various organizational processes that may go beyond the educational program to actively participate in the life of the Irish community. Cultural...

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...

Higher Education: The Key Advantages

Modern young people question the need to enroll in higher education institutions. They see that success can be achieved without a diploma and studying at university seems like wasted time. The main problem is that employers do not constantly evaluate the diploma, as they pay attention to the candidate’s work...

Adult Learning in the Workplace

Introduction Adult learning is essential for professional development and productivity in organizations. The concept has gained increased attention in previous years, with many institutions and businesses adopting it to increase employee skills and expertise. Despite the increased adoption of adult learning, many organizations and educational institutions face challenges in developing...

The Impact of Flashcards to Elementary Students With Learning Disabilities

Introduction Reading and basic math calculation skills are essential for success in life. Research has shown that students who struggle with reading in primary education often face difficulties in secondary education and adulthood. Understanding phonetic awareness is important for boosting reading skills. Moreover, basic math calculation skills, such as memorization...

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...

Foundations in Early Childhood Education

The formation of a new educational environment is built on a fundamentally new basis – a multidimensional understanding of life and is accompanied by the creation and improvement of a variety of school educational systems. The educational environment is a surrounding or a child, which accompanies his learning activities and...

Online and Classroom Observation Forms

Introduction The rationale for the development of the online classroom observational form is to support SPS faculty in their teaching. This form has the review activities section which includes the physical aspects of the classroom, personal, and teaching methods. For example, the online classroom observation form describes teaching methods as...

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...

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...

Personal Approach to Professional Dispositions

The educator profession requires a lot of qualities and competencies to establish and maintain successful interactions with students and colleagues. I have always felt that this field is my heart’s calling, and I will do everything to become a proficient teacher who will inspire students to reach their goals. The...

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...

Assessing Student Performance Before and After Course

As a teacher, one of my responsibilities is to provide my students with the necessary tools to assess their performance in my subject. This will not only help them to identify their weaknesses and track their general progress, but it will also allow me to see what each student’s specific...

Visual Representations in Learning

Introduction The advancement in technology has facilitated the practice of visual representation as means of communicating knowledge. Currently, most educators have resorted to using emerging high tech to enable them to pass intended information to the audience. Some of the renowned visual communication includes videos, pie charts, infographics, slide decks,...

Developing Metacognition in Students

The primary purpose of all levels of education is to prepare students for their future personal and professional lives and become contributing members of society. It is achieved both through the transference of knowledge and the development of various skills and competencies. One such skill is metacognition, which can be...

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...

Teaching an Alien to Cook: Thinking Process

In order to cook a human dish called boiled eggs, that is, a source of energy and pleasure at the same time, an alien needs to learn to perform a sequence of actions. First, they need to turn on the mechanical stove – this is a particular device that heats...

Early Childhood Profession in Australia

Executive Summary It is important to note that the report is aimed to inform the council on the existing trends within the early childhood profession in Australia with a focus on core underlying issues as well as strengths. In sum, the observation and analysis reveal a strong negative tendency of...

Effective Teacher-Student Ratios and Class Sizes

Introduction Effective school education is one of the basic foundations for building a developed, healthy, educated, and empathetic society. The foundation is laid for essential social interaction and self-education skills at this stage. It may be considered that the more teachers work in schools, the better it is for the...

Educational Philosophy in Modern World

Introduction My philosophy is rather consistent with the ideas and beliefs articulated by Combs regarding the essence of education. Combs emphasized that educational philosophy should be flexible as the modern world is developing at a high pace and new ideas and frameworks emerge (Ugwuozor, 2019). I support this view and...

Affirmative Action in Higher Education

Introduction Policies promoting affirmative action seek to improve the representation of minority groups and women. In the workplace, this may imply practices that encourage the hiring of disadvantaged minorities. Through affirmative action, special consideration can be given to minority candidates in college applications. Affirmative action has sparked heated arguments, numerous...

Is a College Education Necessary?

Porter Stansberry, an American author and monetary publisher, believes that a college education is not essential. According to him, the system has been tailored to produce employees, not employers and entrepreneurs. He believes that the things people do about money and other issues result from their experiences, not what they...

Misconceptions and Constructivism

As the students begin to attend new classes, the teachers hope they perceive new concepts and receive understandings of the subject. In other words, the process can be explained as “learning as a result of teaching.” However, when children go to school for the first time, they already have a...

Developmentally Driven Grade Levels

The level of cognitive perception of the information among the school students has now become a subject for a continuous discussion over the past years due to the rapid development of sociological studies and views on education in general. Previously, the children groupings at schools were unanimously formed according to...

African American Students’ Perceptions of Higher Education Barriers

Davidson, J., Clark, T., Ijames, A., Cahill, R., & Johnson, T. (2020). African American students’ perceptions of higher education barriers. Educational Research Quarterly, 43(4), 59-69. The research by Davidson et al. (2020) explored the perceptions of African American college students regarding the barriers associated with enrolling in higher education institutions....

STEM Education: Resources and Teaching Reflection

Born to teach migrant children more effectively and optimally, STEM education technology is capturing more and more educators around the world every year. The abbreviation STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and denotes a practice — oriented approach to the construction of the content of education and the educational...

Educational Psychology in Teaching

The process of identity development in children can be supported in the school environment. Erikson’s perspective on the subject matter would pertain to his theory of the stages of psychosocial development. School years span over approximately three out of eight stages in a person’s life: purpose (initiative vs. guilt, 5-8...

Clinical Supervision: Ms. L. Pedagogical Case

The given clinical supervision will primarily focus on supervisor and teacher interactions within three essential phases of observational measures. The educator, Ms. L, is a proactive user of integrated lessons, where she puts a major emphasis on engagement and comprehension. In the pre-observation phase, the teacher accentuated her approach to...

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...

Reflective Practice in Personal and Professional Development

Introduction Reflective practice is one of the essential techniques for personal growth. It refers to self-examination and introspection into one’s actions, and decisions after the event have occurred in order to gain a deeper understanding of the potential for future improvements. This method of professional development is especially crucial for...

Korean and Finnish Education Programs Analysis

Introduction The education system is the branch of the state that determines the very future of the country. For several decades now, the Korean and Finnish education programs have provided their countries with highly skilled students, while the United States school education is experiencing stagnation. This work aims to analyze...

The School Board Candidacy Speech

The school board is especially crucial when children need exceptional consideration and care. Therefore, I want to do my best to contribute to the public school board and ensure that every child’s needs are met. The school board members assist the community in numerous essential ways, which I fully acknowledge...

Teaching Special Education in the General Education Classroom

Introduction There are many parallels between a special education teacher and a general education teacher. In fact, they may share the same students, as children with identified special needs do often need to spend a portion of their day in the general education classroom as well as another portion in...

Research Methods for Teaching

Introduction The ways of scientific research and approaches to the presentation of academic work have always evolved in parallel with technological progress. Various scientific developments significantly improved the already existing long-term methods and principles of both quantitative and quantitative methodologies of the study. Digital and Internet technologies have enabled students...

Health Promotion in School Health Center

Introduction The purpose of education activities is to inform the audience about healthy lifestyles and address the social issues affecting their well-being and health. It is also necessary to provide useful and up-to-date information on healthcare organizations that community members can turn to if necessary. The main goals that should...

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...

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...

Parental Involvement in Education

There is no use denying the fact that the issue of education is very important in the modern world. One of the main purposes of society nowadays is to guarantee stable development for children and make education affordable and efficient. That is why, a great number of papers are devoted...

Nursing Students’ Attendance at Learning Activities

Nursing Students’ Attendance at Learning Activities in Relation to Attainment and Passing Courses. A Prospective Quantitative Study The authors of the article are Rejnö, Nordin, Forsgren, Sundell, and Rudolfsson. It was published in the journal Nurse Education Today in 2017. The article was selected to exemplify a quantitative study design....

Analysis of Cultural Disconnect in Virtual Learning Environments

Introduction There has been a cultural disconnect in learning environments, in both basic and higher education (Romaine, 2009). Language has emerged as the most significant contributor to cultural disconnect within the educational centers (Gollnick, & Chinn, 2002). The introduction of virtual learning environments worsened the situation in institutions of higher...

SIOP Lesson Plan: US History. Sample Lesson Plan for Teachers

Subject: US History (1877 to present) Unit Focus: Events of the 1920s and 1930 Lesson 1: Length of lesson 1 day Standard(s): Virginia Standards of Learning. World History “6.4.: The students will describe the ideas and events of the 1920s and 1930s with emphasis on the Harlem Renaissance (Virginia Standards...

Education Policy by President Barack Obama

Introduction Barack Obama and Joe Bidden’s education policy is based on the fact that American children cannot stand any more neglect and indifference in their education system. The United States as a country is having numerous problems some of them are experienced in the education sector. Some of the problems...

Key Issues in the Psychology of Education

Map of an Educational Issue: School Violence Among the variety of educational issues, school violence is chosen being “a broad category encompassing a variety of acts” (Hanks 2004, p. 1). Signs to take into consideration Types of school violence  Causes of school violence  Ideas to prevent violence  Explanation of the...

Curriculum Development in Higher Education

Introduction The rapid changes in society today are largely driven by the shift in resources. One of the aspects in which such changes can be reflected in education. Curriculum, as well as curriculum delivery, is constantly explored, looking for new and effective methods. Accordingly, the rationale for updating the content...

Relating Students to Social Studies

During decades teachers around the whole country are trying to understand the imperatives behind students’ attitude to social studies. Despite numerous efforts by teachers to provide a basis for fruitful lessons of the above mentioned course the students still express common opinion that social studies are boring and useless in...

Arts Education and Its Benefits in Schools

The importance of art education in schools Arts play a crucial role in the overall development of students and benefit students by enhancing their ability to achieve. Arts benefits students irrespective of social and cultural distinctions and through the creation of a “learning field” enable them to shed their inhibitions...

Teaching English Language Learners

Introduction Language proficiency is basic to learning any other discipline. Research has been carried out in the area of teaching the English language learner (ELL). Some argue that proficiency in a native language increases the chances for learning the English language. Others still argue that children need to be taught...

Education in High- and Low-Ranked Universities

Objective This study has been conducted to know what differences are there in education through high ranked university and low ranked university? In this study, attempt has been made to explain how much the low ranked university have to be upgraded to reach the same level of high ranked university....

Differentiated Instruction: Implementation and Application

Differentiated instruction is best understood as a process of offering students varied options for learning, ingesting and understanding information conveyed to them. This concept was launched in the field of education upon realization that certain students grasped knowledge much faster than others and that there was a need to offer...

Lesson Plan for the Multicultural Learners

Introduction One of the challenges facing many academic institutions is how to design a curriculum that reflects on the dynamics of the classroom; these include cultural diversity and individual differences among the students. Every classroom is a representation of the cultural diversity that exists in many countries and for successful...

Classroom Management Case Study

Classroom management is a phrase used to illustrate the process of making sure that classroom activities go on as planned and that the students undertake the activities relegated to them without any disruptive behavior. It involves all the activities undertaken by a teacher or any educational instructor to ensure the...

Teaching Charts as Effective Strategies

Introduction An effective teacher is one who maximizes the achievements of students by working in accordance with an explicit set of principles that have order, coherence and relevance in particular instructional context (Killen, 2006). Teachers use teaching charts in order to look at the target behaviors differently, see behavior more...

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...

Narrative Versus Descriptive Writing

Introduction Narrative element of an essay appeals to a person’s basic instincts and the impact for his/her shared stories. The main focus of the writer could be just to entertain the listeners allowing them to divert from the main business of the story. However, a storyteller could also be aiming...

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...

Online and On-Ground Education Comparison

When a person attends an online educational program, he is given the opportunity to set his own learning hours since the classes are done by module packets and classroom discussions are accomplished via forum method. He can learn his lessons at his own pace without having to play catch up...

Pre-School Setting: Making a Safe Environment

Introduction Health environment in preschool is very important for their children. Parents care not only about the safety of their children, but also about health emotional conditions in the pre-schools. The safety of their children will be placed on the hands of the school, the administration and the teaching staff....

Time Management for Adult Students

Introduction The term time management means the effective organization, scheduling, budgeting of a person’s time for creating more effective work and output. It is also a unique skill to manage or utilize time. Time management among the adolescents constitutes various layers of meaning and wide range of activities such as...

Why High Schools Are the Way They Are?

Introduction The system of public education in America started before 150 years and is changing according to the change in American society. Due to changed circumstances in educational field, the goals and methods of high school education is undergoing constant change. So it is difficult to point out the most...

Pedagogy and Andragogy Relations Review

Differences between pedagogy and andragogy. What comes next? Education is a door of opportunities for all those who have it. Education shapes the destiny of a nation and it is the main asset of a person. The traditional classroom system has existed for hundreds of years. Pedagogy or the art...

The Church and School: Where Do the Children Play

The church and the community as a unit, used to be a source of values, of commitment, of stability and strength for children. Each of these institutions plays an important role in education and upbringing. Teachers might be used to help develop relevant job skills and supply basic literacy for...

Review of Fiske et al.’s Token Reinforcement for Autism Study

Brief Article Summary In children with autism, a token system is one of the instruments that are used to reinforce the desired behaviors. The article by Fiske et al. (2015) raises the problem of assisting the mentioned children with their learning and interaction with a teacher in a classroom. It...

Reflection Process from the Biblical Perspective

Introduction The completed class has presented numerous ideas that can guide people to write effectively and share their ideas with others efficiently. Appropriate communication is an evidence-based approach that can guide human beings to address their common problems, make superior decisions, and achieve their objectives. The Bible becomes a powerful...

Career Opportunities for Business Students

Education Requirements The creation of a career in business is one of the major goals for millions of students around the globe. Some people prefer to choose a clear path for their education; still, many famous businesspeople admit that even the presence of a high school diploma is not critical...

High Stakes Testing Definition

High-stakes testing is a phenomenon widely discussed in the literature. According to Natriello (2009), high-stakes tests (HSTs) are standardized student achievement tests used to assess the academic performance of students, teachers, and schools. These tests were designed to help the government decide the form of punishment, reward, and compensation it...

Academic Achievement and College Admission

Making a decision in terms of college admissions has never been easy for the admissions committee – it is a complex process with many variables to consider. Universities and colleges pay attention to many aspects of future student applications in order to determine who will be admitted. The top decision...

Tuition Fees in Public Universities and Colleges

One of the problems facing higher education in contemporary American society is the high tuition fees in public universities and colleges. By the time students are graduating, they have debts that will take decades to clear, and this aspect affects their financial wellbeing for the most part of their adult...

Indian Boarding Schools’ Impact on Native Americans

Introduction In the US and Canada, education was used as a tool to address the so-called Indian question by outing children from their families and placing them in boarding schools. Namely, children aged five and older were forcibly removed from their families, while only the English language was used during...

Plagiarism, Its Reasons and Solutions

Introduction Plagiarism is one of the most frequent problems in academic writing. According to Hosny and Fatima (2014), it is deemed as “a common phenomenon among students of all ages and specialties.” However, the background of each case is unique, which adds to the complexity of the picture. The factors...

“Letter L: Phonemic Awareness” Lesson Plan

TeacherReady® Weekly Lesson Plan Template Name Subject/ Grade Level Language Arts / K-1 Title of Lesson Letter L: Phonemic Awareness State Standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.K.1. Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print (Common Core State Standards Initiative, 2019). 30 Day Learning Goal Learn that words are represented in written...

Senior-Year Students Exploring Career Options

The senior year of high school is an overwhelming time for many students. They have to prepare for going to college, which usually involves leaving their friends and family, as well as for deciding on what they want to study. In addition to that, they still need to attend classes...

Curriculum Guide: Reading, Writing, Spelling, and Mathematics

Subject: Reading Title of Strategy: Comprehension: A short poem. Goal or Objective: The achievement of understanding of the meaning of the selected poem and the mood of the lyric among students with intellectual disability (ID). Teacher Task Analysis To introduce the poem to the class, a teacher will briefly present...

Teacher Beliefs and Views on Educational System

My Ideal Educational System Based on Classical Thinking To me, the ideal education system would involve both teachers and students in the learning process equally. This is one of the core concepts of Plato’s writings on education, which are explained by Shim (2008) in detail. Specifically, Shim (2008) explains that...

Moral Education and John Locke’s Philosophy

Introduction Social problems, such as poverty and abuse, are effectively overcome through education (Addams, 1910). However, the aforementioned problems are still experienced by society regardless of increasing access to education opportunities. Locke (1693) argued that social problems would be overcome if schools focus more on moral education than just the...

“A Tale of Two Schools”: Educational Differences

According to Dynarski (2016), “education is deeply unequal in the United States, with students in poor districts performing at levels several grades below those of children in richer areas” (para. 1). It means that economic disadvantages often translate into academic achievement gaps in students. The video “A Tale of Two...

Learning: Visual, Audio, Read & Write, Kinesthetic

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...

Personal Learning Style and Recommended Strategies

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...

Teaching and Learning Concepts and Techniques

Introduction This paper is aimed at discussing the main concepts and techniques that were examined during classes. Much attention should be paid to the conceptual framework components that can throw light on some of the main principles which should be followed by educators daily. In particular, it is necessary to...

Math and Data Management Lesson Plan Analysis

Date of lesson 26th July 2013 The time frame of the lesson 30 minutes Number of students and age range or grade level 24 students in grade 3 Subject Math; Data Management Pre-assessment The students can be able to do simple mathematical activities. Examples of such activities include collecting and...

Educational Psychology: Theory and Practice

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...

Mathematics Vocabulary and Student Performance

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...

Auditory Learning Style, Its Features and Application

The learning style test scores were the following: auditory: 45%, visual: 25%, tactile: 30%. According to the test, I am an auditory learner. This information implies that it is easier for me to learn when I hear the information presented. Although it is partially true, I would not say that...

The Need for Lesson Planning and Teaching

Class profile Institution: Private English School in Iran Type of course: The course is intended for students who are yet to join higher learning institutions abroad, as well as those who want to pursue their careers in America. Course duration: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m., three times a week. Group: Ten...

Quality of Education: Graduation Requirements

Introduction Education is one of the essential parts of the success of the person living in the modern world (Gebel and Heyne 2014). Throughout history, education has played a crucial role in a person’s ability to become a respected member of society and attain a valuable profession. Therefore, education has...

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...

Students’ Difficulties with Physical and Chemical Changes

The aspects of physical and chemical changes can make students experience some difficulties while distinguishing between these processes. The main misconceptions associated with these types of changes are the following ones: chemical changes are determined when unusual alterations in substances are observed; in contrast to physical changes, chemical changes are...

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...

Passing Exams and Preparation Aspects

If categorizing the purpose of studying into short and long term goals, such aspects as having a good job and earning good money can be related to the latter. Short term goals can be seen in the intermediary milestones, passing which testifies the knowledge students obtained so far. Yes, these...

Decision-Making in Choosing a Career

What is the best career for me? Executive Summary Choosing a career is an incredibly crucial decision in one’s life. However, it requires a lot of consideration and critical decision making to avoid poor choices that could affect one’s life. Some individuals find themselves on the wrong career paths because...

Haircut Benefits for College Students

College is hideously expensive today, and the extra costs mount up swiftly. Lab fees, gym fees, books, equipment for science lab courses, parking fees, and heaven knows what else all add to the truly unbelievable cost of a degree. Students need to be comfortable, safe, well-shod, properly clothed, and decently...

US Response to Intervention Program and Its Role

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...

Personal Learning Style According to Kolb’s Theory

Overview of Kolb’s Experimental Learning and Experimental Learning Cycle Kolb’s learning theory is premised on four learning styles that refer to a four-stage learning model. In particular, Kolb’s model is quite practical and multi-dimensional because it offers effective techniques for understanding different learning styles that individuals apply. More importantly, the...

Higher Education Costs and Worthiness

The increasing cost of a college education has made students, parents, and educationists question the worthiness of college education in modern society. Students and parents view a college education as a future investment aimed at improving their lives, while educationists and instructors perceive it as a tool for equipping learners...

Health and Safety Training for Early Childhood Educators

Thesis Statement Nutrition, health, and safety training are significant for early childhood educators. An early childhood educator is the first person after the parent who is involved in close interaction with a child. He or she, therefore, has a great impact on the child since a child is highly receptive...

Teaching Early Childhood: Preschool Curriculum

Introduction This paper presents a weeklong plan that demonstrates my ability to develop a curriculum for a preschool program targeting children between 3 and 4 years. The program designed is half day and is inspired by principles in the National Association for the Education of Young Children (2009) position paper...

African American Women’s Status in Higher Education

The Role of Public Administration and Higher Education Public administration is associated with providing public-oriented services, the focus of which is on addressing people’s needs in this or that area. From this perspective, public administrators are concentrated on researching needs of certain groups of people in order to propose solutions...

Value Philosophy of Education

Education is an important part of any society. It contributes to the development of culture and its achievements. There are different views on educational methods and strategies. However, one of the most popular concepts promotes approachable style. The main goals of this paper are to discuss main educational issues and...

Jumping Rope 30-Minutes Activity in Lesson Plan

Physical Education Lesson Setting: outdoors Objectives: The main objective of the activity is to teach children to jump rope using different techniques, both feet 15 times, left foot for 10 times, and right foot for 10 times. Introduction/Warm-Up Time Activity Purpose/reasons 5 min First children should be encouraged to fitness...

How to Become a Straight-A Student by Cal Newport

Reading the book, How to become a straight-A student: the unconventional strategies real college students use to score high while studying less by Cal Newport has made me surmount my poor study habits. Before reading the book, I found my studies overwhelming since I often complained that I never had...

Receptive Letter Identification

Introduction The program used in performing discrete trial training (DTT) is called “Receptive Letter Identification.” Discriminative stimuli (Sd) used to trigger responses were letters, namely, “a”, “b”, “c”, and “d”. The student identified each letter by following five series of steps with a progressive level of distraction. In the first...

“Explicit Direct Instruction” by Hollingsworth and Ybarra

Introduction Teaching is a complex and challenging process, and to achieve success, educators need to refer to the experience of experts in the field and use evidence-based strategies and techniques to improve their lessons and contribute to students’ learning. Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI): The Power of the Well-Crafted, Well-Taught Lesson...

“Pedagogy of the Oppressed” by Paulo Freire

Introduction The “Pedagogy of the Oppressed” presents concepts that guide the oppressed away from oppression. This essay presents the main concepts outlined in Freire’s book. It explains the teacher student relationship championed by Freire. In addition, it expands on the main principles of freedom, unity, and cooperation that guide the...

Improving Math Fluency Skills to Enhance Math Score

Introduction The need for teaching math skills is an integral part of any training program, and if it is school education, the initial attention is paid to mathematical score. (Hodges, McIntosh, & Gentry, 2017). One of the possible and affordable ways to increase the ability of students to perform both...

The VARK Questionnaire: Learning Styles

Introduction The VARK Questionnaire is a helpful tool that is used to determine a person’s learning style and to provide him or her with important suggestions regarding the application of appropriate learning strategies. It is possible to distinguish between aural, visual, kinesthetic, read-and-write, and multimodal styles (The VARK questionnaire, 2017)....

Multimodal Learning Preferences and Strategies

Learning Style Summary Learning is a continuous process known to take place every single day. Humans should embrace the practice to gain new ideas and concepts that can be replicated in their professional philosophies. The results of the completed VARK Questionnaire have indicated that the user has a multimodal learning...

Standard 2: Building Family and Community Relationships

Early childhood education is guided by a variety of standards. In 2010, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) formulated the initial standards to regulate professional preparation in the context of early childhood education. The purpose of this paper is to discuss Standard Two as one of...

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,...

Promoting Early Child Development and Learning

Introduction The Standards for Initial Early Childhood Professional Preparation provides a framework for the activities of early childhood educators. In this work, I summarize one chosen standard, explain its importance, and mention the means to learn more about this standard. Summary and Rationale for the Chosen Standard: Promoting Child Development...

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...

Instructional Models of Teaching and Assessment Techniques

Approach to Editing the Lesson Plan The most significant adjustment to my unit plan is the integration of diversity concepts in all four lessons. The lesson plans were edited to align with different social or cultural themes. Lesson Plan A, for example, was modified to allow the teacher to relate...

Sex Education for 8-9-Year-Old Age Group

Introduction The formation of healthy sexual identity is an essential component of a healthy personality formation and should be to a certain extent addressed on every stage of development. The importance of sex education for children younger than adolescent tends to be underestimated while the evidence of teen pregnancies and...

Parental Engagement in Special Education

The teaching process is often hard and complex. It should ensure students receive the information in the best possible way. Usually, teaching is viewed as being universal and having a similar structure throughout all institutions. However, every student is different, and it is crucial to use a unique approach with...

Characteristics of Being a Student

Abstract Being a student is a dynamic and interesting stage of development, especially at the college level. At this stage of live, there several development phases, challenges, and achievements that come into play. At the same time, many negative influencers might distract or even make a student drop out of...

Field Experience: Science Lesson

The goal of the chosen science lesson is clearly identified. Students have to share their knowledge about availability of water changes habitats and explain how the existing water availability in the environment could affect the living organisms. The lesson is effective when students and teachers use the same materials to...

Analyzing College Affordability in the United States: Trends and Solutions

As the cost of education in the United States grows, more and more young people find themselves unable to pay for the degree. Hall mentions the fact that the cost of attending institutions doubled during 1980-1990 and experienced the same changes during 1990-2000 (par. 2). This fact helps to understand...

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...

Why College Graduates Fare Well?

Introduction Unemployment is a grave concern for college students. Earning a college degree is an expensive proposition; students often accumulate large debts in finishing their education and require employment to sustain themselves. During periods of economic instability, finding a job is an issue for most people. However, statistics indicate that...

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...

Inclusion and Disability in Education

The purpose of inclusive education. The difference between inclusion and “mainstreaming” School population becomes increasingly diverse, and inclusive education is meant to address such rapid demographic change and adjust and develop teachers’ professional skills to stimulate the academic achievements of diverse students. While mainstream education implies the absence of a...

Primary School Demographics and Students’ Needs

The school under analysis is Bane Elementary that is located in Houston, Texas. The primary purpose of the paper is to provide concrete data regarding the demographics of the school and highlight how teachers address the needs of the diverse population in the classroom. According to the reports provided by...

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...