How the Internet Changed Academic Paper-Writing

Researchers and students use deductive reasoning to break down their concepts and ideas. This process usually revolves around the development and presentation of arguments. Such kind of practice is known as academic writing. Third person perspectives and formal voices are usually used throughout the process. Modern technologies have transformed the...

Education for Gifted Students

Introduction Nowadays, educators try to create perfect learning conditions to allow students to derive the maximum benefit from the process of studying. Modern educational institutions are versatile and are often adapted according to students’ needs. One of the issues is that gifted students should receive special educational treatment. It is...

Educational and Social Effects of Computer-Assisted Instruction in a School Located in an Informal Urban Settlement of Nairobi

Introduction Integration of information and technology in the educational process is generally considered to enhance educational methods in general and the learning process in particular. Computer-aided instruction or computer-assisted instruction (CAI) is an interactive educational technique that involves presenting instructional material by means of a computer. The main advantages of...

Standard Measure of Economic Disadvantage

In her article, “Why American Schools Are Even More Unequal Than We Thought” Susan Dynarski argues that the current standard measure of economic disadvantage is flawed. Due to this, many children who are persistently poor face more challenges in the classroom than we think. The condition is so dire that...

Curriculum Change Plan for Jacox Elementary in Virginia

Introduction The efficiency of educational programs may differ depending on the community. It is evident that schools with higher academic performance require a more advanced curriculum than schools with lower academic achievements. Therefore, sometimes, schools’ curriculum is to be reevaluated and changed to adhere to the needs and ability of...

Dealing With Procrastination Among Students

Abstract Procrastination is an important problem among university students, for it wastes their time, decreases their effectiveness, lowers their academic achievements, leads to stress, and might even cause mental and/or psychological problems. The current study used a survey to find out how often students of a university procrastinate, whether they...

Plagiarism: Chamberlain Academic Integrity Tutorial

What is one example of plagiarism that was mentioned in the Chamberlain Academic Integrity Tutorial? One of the examples of plagiarism mentioned in the Chamberlain Academic Integrity Tutorial was the word-for-word copying of passages from an original source without using quotation marks and providing credit to the author. This practice...

David Hume’s Perception of Education

David Hume who is a philosopher believes that nature has a noble role in aiding people to gain some things, which cannot be gained through reason. He does this by deploying empirical philosophical approaches that are enshrined within the scientific methodological rigor in his philosophical approach of reasoning. He argues,...

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...

Creating Meaning and Six Facets of Understanding

Introduction For a teacher to attain his goals in teaching or design of lessons it is always important for him to create meaningful activities for the students. Such tasks can be used by the teacher within the lesson duration to overcome the challenges experienced in the course of teaching. The...

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’ 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...

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...

Effective Training Transfer: From Theory to Organizational Success

Ensuring training transfer The analysis of the training field reveals that the theoretical knowledge of training cannot be completely applied in practice. In this regard, the skills acquired in the course of training do not always correlate with high performance and productivity. Therefore, it is necessary to work out a...

Implementation of Multicultural Education in Schools

Multicultural education has been implemented in my school in a number of ways. It all began with a rigorous policy change of the institution. This was necessary because multicultural education cannot do well when conventional learning ideals are fully preserved (Wasonga, 2005). The implementation of multicultural education demands a thorough...

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...

Extracurricular Activities: Key Benefits for College Students

Many students make one of the silliest mistakes in college when they believe that extracurricular activities aim at entertaining students or taking their free time only. Extracurricular activities play a much more serious role in any student’s life. They help to develop a student’s character, gain several important techniques and...

Career Planning for Students in Five Steps

A not long time ago you were anxious about the idea to choose a college properly. Now you are a successful student and enjoy all amenities of college life. You visit classes, get a proper level of knowledge, communicate with different people, and make ready for entering a new life...

Educational Institutions Offering Useful Courses

With the price of education rising to ridiculous heights, making sure that the student realizes a return on this huge investment is becoming more and more critical. In an earlier article, we talked about finding practical courses in a liberal arts institution where vocationally oriented courses are scarce. In this...

Progressive Education Movement: John Dewey’s Vision

Introduction The most ideal system of education is an illusion. Many educational philosophers have grappled with finding an ideal system of schooling to no avail. Progressive education movement was a movement that set out to promote the philosophy of reforms in the school system. During the 20th Century, there were...

Evaluating Armed Services Arts Partnership Program

Introduction This memo aims at discussing the peculiarities of an evaluation design together with describing a plan for collecting empirical evidence and identifying potential indicators to answer the already developed evaluation questions about the effects of co-curriculum activities on the achievements of student veterans within the Armed Services Arts Partnership...

The Behaviors of Students With Exceptionalities

In what way(s) has this course impacted your understanding of exceptionalities and provided increased knowledge and understanding of students with exceptionalities The course on psychology has immensely enhanced my understanding of various disorders and how teachers can understand as well as associate with students who have been identified with certain...

Mathematically Gifted and Talented Students Identification

Introduction The concern over recognition, identification and provision for gifted and talented children in society has always been muddled in myriad of controversies. For instance, there are those who perceive this category of children as invaluable resources whereby they are admired and honoured. On the other hand, they are perceived...

Inclusive Education for Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has become widely spread in the United States today, resulting in developing the debates on the appropriateness of inclusive education for students with ASD. In 2014, the prevalence of ASD was one in 59 children, and this figure allows for speaking about the necessity of...

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...

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...

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...

Departmentalization in Schools: Benefits, Challenges, and Impact

Introduction Departmentalization is a common practice in middle and high school. It has been acknowledged that such an organization is beneficial for students and educators (Chang, Muñoz, & Koshewa, 2008). Specialist teachers are experts in specific areas and have the necessary time and skills to provide high-quality educational services. Students...

Authentic Leadership in Early Childhood Teaching

Introduction The practice of teaching, regardless of the setting, implies the knowledge and skills of teachers to exercise appropriate leadership and enact it in their everyday practice. The context of early childhood education (ECE) has been challenged by the fact that many leaders within the sphere have been unlikely to...

Schopenhauer’s Critique of the Public Education System

Introduction Schopenhauer’s article focused the spotlight on some of the critical weaknesses of the conventional learning paradigm. His assertions were not only scathing, but they were also accurate, especially when viewed from the perspective of the public education system (Letizia 119). Paulo Freire’s “Banking Concept of Education” framework strengthened certain...

Educational Culture, Curriculum, and Assessments

Culture The traditional concept of culture Belonging to a traditional cultural concept, artifacts, and symbols such as music, clothing, and food are expressive elements of a given culture. For instance, culture is defined as a system of values, behaviors, social arrangements, and ideologies that help human beings interpret their world...

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...

Pedagogical Content Knowledge and Self-Efficacy

Classroom teaching is a very complex, challenging, demanding, frightening, and nuanced activity (Shulman, 2004). Notably, teachers receive and teacher education in learning institutions in a specific field, general knowledge, and pedagogical formation (Abell, 2008). As such, pedagogical content knowledge is based on both pedagogical and content knowledge. It incorporates pedagogical...

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...

Navigating Career Choices and Overcoming Diploma Despair

Do you know how much time you are likely to spend at work? One-third is not exactly correct since you do not work all your life. Most definitely, though, the number of hours you will have spent working by the time you retire equals 80 000. It is an impressive...

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...

Special Education and Child Development

Towards the end of the 20th century, educational theorists presented meaningful insights that continue to support the needs of more learners with special needs. Such changes emerged after the passage of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1975 (Belkin, 42). This Act echoed the ideas of the civil...

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...

Individualized Education Program for Student Needs

Introduction All preschool and school-age children have the right to free education in a non-restrictive environment. This right extends to disabled students within the age bracket of three to twenty-one years. Various acts have been enacted in the United States to cater to exceptional children including the Education of All...

Evaluation Process Approaches in Education

Introduction According to Neuman and Cunningham (2009), an effective curriculum must provide an ample knowledge base that mirrors an understanding of students’ development as well as the skills, knowledge and dispositions required to shape suitable learning experiences for students (p.533). There are various aspects that determine the successful development as...

Jesuit Tradition in Education

If you ask a student what primary mission a university has, he/she is likely to say that it is the transmission of knowledge that one can use for achieving professional goals in the future. This is certainly true to a great extent, but it is crucial to remember that higher...

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...

Impact of Single Parent Culture on Students’ Behavior

Introduction One of the major responsibilities of a teacher in a teaching environment is to manage students’ behaviors. Many scholars in education agree that a student’s performance is not dependent on intellectual ability alone but also in other factors such as behavior. A student’s behavior not only affects his or...

Assessment Tools in a Language Arts Classroom

Introduction Performance assessment is gaining popularity among educators throughout the world. Therefore, teachers ought to be updated on the most recent and most effective assessment tools. They must learn how to utilize the tools efficiently in assessing student understanding and performance on certain objectives. This paper compares some of the...

The Role of Dialogic Reading in Effective Teaching: Techniques and Benefits

I watched the following four videos: About oceans-integrating language and literacy activities, Providing phonological awareness instruction, Becoming aware of print and Dialogic reading –an interview with Christopher Lonigan (WETA, 2011). I found the last podcast most interesting. Here the speaker, Dr. Lonigan, briefly details the strategy as a teaching approach...

The Impact of QS World Rankings on Nursing Education and Global University Standards

Introduction The new development discussed in this paper is the recently published list of the QS World University Rankings in the field of nursing. The list of the best institutions has been made public in March of 2016. It covers educational programs and universities all around the globe. This year,...

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,...

Reinventing Education: New York’s P-TECH Model & Its Impact

The reinvention of New York State education has lately started from the introduction of the new technology learning model. According to the current reports, 16 school districts of the state launched a new educational program that replicates the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P TECH) (The Business Council,...

Poor Living Standard and Its Effects on Education

Introduction Education has been the most hankered aspect of life in the contemporary world with the governments’ urge to increase their support towards equitable education gradually augmenting. This constant educational urge has provoked international controversies on equal access to educational success and its related resources. However, the social and economic...

Higher Education: Personality and Academic Success

Intelligence is not a single factor to predict the individual’s academic success in higher education because the factor of personality is also crucial to affect the academic achievement. For instance, conscientiousness is a personality trait that explains “five times as much variance in GPA as does intelligence” (Kappe and Van...

Strategic Audit of Sam Houston State University: Evaluating Performance and Opportunities

The Sam Houston State University (SHSU) offers its MBA program as part of courses for its College of Business Administration (College of Business Administration, 2015). The university boasts of small classes that improve the personal education environment for students and help in boosting interaction and overall experience. All courses at...

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...

Encouraging Students in Reading and Literacy

Enhancing literacy acquisition in students is a hard task requiring a lot of responsibility, persistence, and skills for adopting a unique approach towards students. Unless a teacher is capable of encouraging students for acquiring new literacy skills, their students will not be able to make any tangible progress (International Reading...

High School Students and Vocational Education

Introduction Across the world, the debate about the importance of vocational education has been going on for decades. While some systems of education value vocational education, others disregard it as irrelevant to the dynamic needs of education and job markets. Opponents of vocational education argue that vocational education is irrelevant...

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...

Gamification in Education Practice

Introduction Gamification can be discussed as a modern tendency and an actively used strategy in the sphere of corporate training and learning that is oriented to make the process of obtaining the new knowledge more attractive and interesting for the learner. According to the definition presented in the article by...

Information Technology Enabled Online Learning

Introduction Technology advancement and application has been in application in almost all fields of the economy. Technology is associated with both positive and negative effects according to a specific situation and what it is able to achieve. Information Technology – enabled online learning is utilized in learning institutions. It entails...

Education: Qualitative Research Study Roles

Steps Involved in Conducting a Qualitative Research Study The first step is to identify the topic of interest. This is then followed by developing a research problem that will be investigated through the research and to state the purpose of investigating that particular problem. In order to carry out the...

Impact of School-Based Sex Education Programs on Teenage Pregnancy Statistics

Abstract This essay provides an overview of school sex education and teenage pregnancy in the United States. The United States government has heavily invested in the abstinence-only education program in a bid to alleviate teenage pregnancy. Nonetheless, United States is one of the leading countries in the developed world that...

Learning Methods: Online Learning

Introduction At present, there has been a drastic and dramatic change in the overall procedure and system of education. This has been brought by several factors such as advancement in technology as well as improved infrastructure and communication means. Due to technology, online learning has been possible. Online learning takes...

Theories of Adult Learning: A Comparison of Carl Rogers and Allen Tough

Introduction Adults differ from children in many ways, including how they perceive the process of education and knowledge growth. While children absorb new knowledge like a sponge, they are often difficult to control. They have trouble keeping their attention on subjects they do not perceive as interesting and often lack...

Structured vs. Concept-Based Inquiry in Teaching: Approaches, Benefits, and Challenges

One of the approaches I constantly use in my classes is structured inquiry, where the teacher works as a conductor of knowledge. The first reason is that it helps students easily spot specific informational patterns and commonalities necessary for class. For example, if it is an art class, students can...

The Impact of Sensitive Media in Education: Risks and Benefits

Introduction Nowadays, information spreads rapidly, including potentially sensitive content. Sensitive media refers to information that can be potentially offensive or harmful to viewers. For example, it may be graphic depictions of violence, sexual content, or the human body. It can also contain discussions of sensitive topics, such as discrimination. The...

Key Stages in Observation-Based Learning: Attention, Imitation, and Discrimination

Introduction Learning that occurs through observing other people’s actions is known as observation-based learning. This type of social study can take on numerous shapes depending on different processes. Humans appear to learn this way without needing reinforcement; instead, they need a social model in their surroundings, such as a parent,...

The Power of Modeling in Teaching and Learning Effectiveness

Introduction Modeling is one of the most sought-after methods of teaching and learning. It enhances effectiveness and the process of acquiring new skills by demonstrating and imitating skills through live or symbolic models. Modeling is effective because it allows learners to gain information on how to properly perform a certain...

The Impact of Educators’ Health on Early Childhood Education

Introduction Maintaining health and well-being is crucial for developing a successful professional career and a safe work atmosphere in early childhood education. This essay will examine the significant effects of personal health on educators and will provide recommendations for enhancing work-life harmony in this demanding profession. Emotional health and well-being...

Effective Curriculum Design for Medical Assistant Programs

Introduction Designing a curriculum is complex since it should focus not only on the approaches to delivering information but also on ways in which student learning outcomes can be improved. Any curriculum should strive to meet the student’s needs while recognizing their unique backgrounds and learning styles. In this case,...

Supporting English Language Learners: Strengths and Weaknesses of Schools

Evaluating Schools’ Success in Meeting the Needs of ELLs/Els It is important to note that educational institutions should meet the needs of students with different levels of language learning. Accordingly, it allows for equal education for every student and promotes student social and academic engagement. A strength is that many...

Key Elements of Effective Writing: Lessons from Carson’s Cybersecurity Article

Introduction Effective writing can be seen as the main factor that drives the success of any written material. According to the PG Writing Center, effective wiring is the ability to communicate the message in a way that meets the audience’s needs and achieves the intended goals of the writing in...

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...

Improving Writing Skills: Overcoming Challenges and Effective Techniques

Introduction Strong writing proficiency is crucial for learners interested in the social sciences because they allow them to communicate their ideas accurately, deconstruct complex problems, and engage in meaningful communication. The challenges faced during the writing procedure must be examined, and solutions to improve as a writer must be found....

A Differentiated Summer Literacy Program for Underachieving Readers in Grades K-6

Introduction An in-depth evaluation of each student’s literacy abilities and reading levels is the first step in creating a successful summer literacy program. Various assessment techniques will be used to learn more about the student’s strengths and limitations, including running records, fluency tests, phonics evaluations, and comprehension tests. Based on...

Practical Application of the Inclusion Approach in First-Year Literacy Education

Introduction The topic of this work is the practical application of the inclusion approach to learning. This is a form of organization of educational activities in which the teacher works with a group of first-year students, which is compiled considering the presence of their shared qualities. Based on the analysis...

Enhancing Student Engagement: A Reengagement Approach for Effective Curriculum Delivery

Introduction Today, most academic facilities want to hire effective teachers eager to maintain flexibility in their work and focus on students, their skills, and their interests. Various techniques may be applied to assess student learning, including observations, questioning, or active listening, to indicate if all students are engaged in the...

Interview Coaching Services for Graduates and Career Changers

Business Idea Finding and securing a suitable position is a complex and challenging process that requires substantial time, financial, and emotional investment. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2023) suggests that a job search may take up to 4-5 months, with the national average rate of unemployment duration reflecting it....

Collaborative Learning Activities and Transitions in Zero Gravity Challenge

Transitions Used to Get Students Ready This activity involves children participating in the Zero Gravity Challenge and Ring Passing, which aims to set an ample space where kids work together to keep balloons floating and going through rings arranged in a line. The teacher grouped students with disabilities with others...

Reforming Education: Insights from Stephanie Wynne’s Proposal

Introduction Schooling is always controversial because the current system has obvious areas for improvement. The value of education and its role in preparing children for adult life are perceived differently. The education system needs to be revised to adapt to children’s needs and provide them with new opportunities. Stephanie Wynne...

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...

The Debate on Sex Education in Public Schools: A Critical Examination

Introduction to the Topic My chosen topic is whether sex education should be taught in public schools. The book, “With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking, ” is a manual for analytical thinking and solid logic. The authors hold that different thinking styles, such as analytical, creative, and strategic,...

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism: Definition, Implications, and Misconceptions

Introduction Academic integrity is an important issue that some students might face when submitting their work. This involves not only the process of cheating or falsifying facts but also plagiarising. As a result, every student is expected to follow a specific set of guidelines. Thus, plagiarism is objective since it...

Integrating Technology in 5th Grade Math Lessons for Enhanced Learning

Background Introducing technology is a vital component in modern teaching, and math lessons in elementary school are no exception. According to studies, practice and drills of math skills are currently taking up most of the instructional time in elementary schools (Schielack, 2019). Technological elements during the math lesson allow teachers...

Effective Strategies for Fostering Self-Determination in Special Needs Students

Ways to Ensure Self-Determination Students with special needs need frequent individualized attention due to their difficulties. Referring to my professional experience, there are some specific approaches and plans for learning that could be helpful. One way to provide support, self-determination, and control is through individual plans (Parmigiani et al., 2021)....

Teaching Strategies for Young Children: Importance of Fruits and Vegetables

Introduction Teachers incorporate various strategies to introduce and teach concepts to young children. Current lesson plan analysis describes different teaching strategies in a particular lesson plan. The lesson introduces children to the importance of fruits and vegetables for their health. Proper incorporation of teaching strategies has a particular significance in...

Engaging Kids with Nature: A Place-Thought Walk at Woodlands Historic Park

For the place-thought walk, I settled on Woodlands Historic Park. The Wurundjeri peoples, the local First Nations people, are located in the historical territory of Woodlands Historic Park. I brought three kids, who ranged in age from 4-6. We took a path that was marked out in the park, letting...

Parental Involvement in Education: Benefits and Strategies

Introduction Parental involvement in education is one of the most critical aspects of child-rearing. Parents play an essential role in their children’s lives, especially their education. Parental involvement in education has many benefits, such as improved academic performance, increased motivation to learn, reduced likelihood of negative behavior, and creating a...

Enhancing Reading Skills in an Eight-Year-Old: Intervention Strategies and Assessment

Abstract The case study focuses on the case of eight-year-old Adam, studying in K-3 grade elementary school. The boy has weaknesses in memorization and a limited understanding of descriptive language and the text’s central idea. Cognitive and emotional difficulties contribute to the emergence of these problems. An assessment of Fountas...

Analysis of Data for the University of North Florida: Strengths and Weaknesses

Data from IPEDS IPEDS successfully collects data on various universities and colleges related to performance criteria. These data are multifaceted and allow us to look at the situation at universities based on accurate statistical criteria and indicators (Overview of IPEDS data, n.d.). Table 1 provides an overview of the three...

Application of Learning Differences Between Adults and Children in Teacher Leadership

Major Differences Between Adult and Child Learning As a teacher, one must assume a broad range of roles, among which the leader role takes a particularly important place. In teaching, leadership implies providing guidance and encouraging learners’ independence. By recognizing the differences between young and adult learners, I will motivate...

Patterns of Online Listening in Student Discussions: Insights from Wise et al.’s Study

Research Problem Online discussions have been a critical component of many programs as online learning has grown in popularity. In their 2013 study, authors Wise, Chang, Duffy, and del Valle look at patterns of online listening practices among students participating in online discussions. The authors prove that listening behavior is...

Happiness and Education: Impact on Income and Self-Confidence

Introduction Happiness has been discussed and analyzed by many scholars in the past. The majority of the researchers view education as involving formal learning that leads to certification. However, informal education also influences the way people interact and live and should be considered in the definition of happiness. Human beings...

The Role of Evaluations in Enhancing Career Training Programs

Introduction Program planners can acquire a thorough picture of the program’s efficacy and suggest areas in which it may be improved when using all five kinds of evaluations. This may assist program planners in making educated choices regarding the program’s future, which can help increase the program’s efficacy for future...

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...

Promoting Ethics and Avoiding Plagiarism in Psychological Research

Introduction In this paper, I want to pay attention to the promotion of ethical practices and social justice in psychological research. Today, many people with different backgrounds are interested in conducting their individual projects and discussing their topics of interest. However, in their intention to introduce new perspectives and share...

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...

Multi-Tiered Response-to-Intervention (RTI) for Behavioral and Emotional Difficulties

Introduction The basis of any model is that multi-level learning processes are used alternately. Although the assessment components of RTI are essential elements of implementation, change occurs primarily through learning itself, which is a function of assessment outcomes. The goal of this intervention plan, which is based on tiered learning,...

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...

Creating Culturally Fair Tests and Learning From Finland

Introduction Developmentalists aim to ensure that assessments and tests used in educational settings are free from discrimination and impartial, regardless of students’ cultural backgrounds. This is because culture plays a significant role in shaping individuals’ experiences, beliefs, and knowledge and can influence their performance on standardized tests. The developmental approach...

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...

Equity Literacy: The Main Advantages

The idea of Equity literacy that resonates with my values, thinking, and beliefs are race-related oppression which comprises religion, (dis)ability, gender expression, and identity. Additionally, teachers must integrate this concept in the classroom by reflecting on their thoughts, reducing gender and race biasness and ensuring that these practices are always...

Helping Students Resume Education Post-Pandemic

In the face of the pandemic, many have suspended education and the Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation, the Heckscher Foundation for Children, and the Ichigo Foundation awarded fourteen grants aimed at developing projects to return students to continue their education. Bold Solutions to Re-engage is an initiative supported by partners...

Researching of Classroom Critical Thinking and Collaboration Activities

Critical Thinking Activity The students will be instructed to engage in brainstorming and explaining ways in which recycling can be conducted at the school to improve the environment. The understanding of recycling is valuable for teaching students about the importance of a healthy environment as well as the development of...

Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Academic Progress

Outline The research will be dedicated to the use of stability balls in the classroom for the improvement of disciplinary and academic outcomes of students with ADHD. Its significance is determined by disorder-related difficulties that cannot be properly addressed in classroom settings. When students with ADHD cannot sit at their...

Professional Learning Networks

The major goal of fostering professional learning is to help educators acquire the information and abilities needed to provide students with more meaningful possibilities once they graduate. Examining the data on student accomplishment is the first step in designing effective professional learning development that aids in defining the educational requirements...

Inequality Issues in K-12 Public Education System

Education is critical to human growth because it allows people to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for fulfilling and productive lives. Not every kid in the United States has equal access to high-quality education. Meatto (2019) acknowledges that racial segregation in public schools has been unlawful in the...

In Praise of the F Word Article by Marry Sherry

Marry Sherry, in the article “In Praise of the F Word,” emphasized that it is essential for students’ future to treat them with receiving bad grades if they are not studying enough, to put fear in them, so they would have the motivation to study. After graduating, students face the...

Higher Education and Social Influences in the US

Annotated Bibliography Assignment Collinge, Alan. The Federal Student Loan Program is Finished. Medium, Web. In this article, Collinge heavily criticizes the federal student loan program, claiming it must be abolished. In particular, he argues that the federal student loan program is an extremely inefficient way of funding higher education in...

Reading Mastery as an Instructional Material

Reading Mastery represents an inclusive reading program aimed to help students in mastering basic skills of decoding and comprehension through the use of the Direct Instruction approach. In particular, the program emphasizes strengthening the students’ thinking capabilities and acquiring background knowledge. Additionally, Reading Mastery contains various materials in the form...

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

The introduced Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) is the law that allows students to acquire knowledge through high-quality education. The act contains provisions that improve students’ performance. The equality of different levels of schools is aimed to be addressed under this law, although the core needs of lower-level schools have...

The Issue of Use of Stimulants by Students

Introduction During the educational process, in some cases, people may have certain difficulties with studying the material or completing assignments on time. They can be due to many reasons, such as outside hobbies or work. In such critical cases, it may seem like a good option for some students to...

Teaching Children With Neuromotor Disorders

The most common disorders of neuropsychiatric development are cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Therefore, it is important to identify the features of teaching children with these disorders in educational institutions (Hallahan et al., 2020). All the features of children with cerebral palsy depend on the severity of the disease. For children...

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...

Morning Meetings in Educational Setting

Morning meetings can be a great activity to apply some of the strategies for my lesson planning skills. Morning meetings can enhance the development of essential academic and social skills by developing good teacher-child relationships, fostering supportive supervision, and encouraging active involvement. Morning meetings will give me a frequent chance...

Learning Strategies and Multitasking

The most important skill a student should have is to learn enough information. Sometimes this task can be challenging to perform because proper learning requires a person’s skills and skills of self-organization. The no less important factor that can facilitate or, conversely, complicate the process is the use of learning...

Sexual Education Policy in Mississippi

The Mississippi Legislature approved House Bill 999 in 2011 (Siecus, 2021), mandating that public schools adopt an “abstinence-only” or “abstinence-plus” sexual education policy (Casetext, 2022, p. 1). In addition, the legislative session of 2022 imposes further limits on the instruction of sex instruction in public schools, including the division of...

The Education Amendments of 1972

The Education Amendments of 1972, otherwise known as Title IX, has been a topic of great deliberation since its inception. Title IX is a law that proclaims that no person in America can be barred from participating in any educational program or activity that is backed by federal monetary assistance...

The Finnish vs. the US School Systems

Educational systems across the world are dissimilar, yet it appears that Finnish schools are favorably regarded by people from distinct countries. Ivy (2016) declares that Finland is the highest-ranking state in terms of its learning approach. The Finnish school system has many differences from that of the US and is...

Parent Engagement in Vick Elementary School

Summary Parent engagement in schools is designed to encourage parents and educators to work together in order to support and improve students’ learning, health, and general development. Although there may be considerable barriers to families’ involvement in school activities and the educational process, educators undertake all efforts to improve parent...

Language Simulation Activity Plan Creation

This activity uses drama and storytelling to help children develop their language skills and improve their reading comprehension and expressiveness. Children can practice their vocal language skills and develop self-confidence through theater, while they can learn to listen and grasp through narrative. This activity also develops literacy skills because the...

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...

First-Generation College Students’ Resilience

Introduction Statement of the problem College students are considered “first-gen” when they are the first in their immediate family to enroll in college. Whether it be pride in their family’s success or sadness over being apart from loved ones, this can be a difficult realization to make. Some students may...

The Strategy Introduction Program in Education

A strategy introduction program is a commonly used education technique that helps students at schools and universities to learn the material they need. Different types of strategies are direct instruction, interactive instruction, and independent study (Brown & Pressley, 2023). All three characteristics benefit students and tutors in diverse ways, like...

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...

Mental Health Courses in Education Programs

Introduction In the article Depression, Anxiety, Loneliness Are Peaking in College Students by Kat McAlpine, the author explores a crucial topic which is the causes and outcomes of college students’ depression and suicidality. Research data was used from the Boston University mental health researcher Sarah Ketchen Lipson (McAlpine 1). The...

ESL Communication Strategies

Intercultural communication can be beneficial and exciting in personal and professional life since the differences in background push people to consider various points of view and ideas. At the same time, communication can be complicated by barriers – contrasting conventions and codes of specific cultures (Thomas & Inkson, 2009). Language...

Costa Rica and Education Globalization

Introduction Joining an international organization generates multiple opportunities for countries to develop in regard to their education, healthcare, and political systems due to the initiatives that arise as a result of the collaborations. Education, specifically, is a segment that can significantly advance as a result of advancement in international relationships...

Learning Approaches, Theory, and Practice

Introduction Vygotsky’s Theory of Sociocultural Development emphasizes the importance of a child’s exposure to both social interaction and culture in developing their cognitive capacities. Some of the theory’s main tenets are as follows: The Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) is the gap between what a child is capable of doing...

Differentiation in the Classroom Setting

Approaching a diverse group of learners requires adjusting the relevant teaching strategies to meet unique needs of each learner. Therefore, a teacher needs to incorporate differentiation into the range of strategies to integrate into the classroom context and ensure that all learners are provided with equal opportunities. However, the excessive...

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...

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,...

The College Tuition System Reform

Murphy, R., Scott-Clayton, J., & Wyness, G. (2019). The end of free college in England: Implications for enrolments, equity, and quality. Economics of Education Review, 71, 7-22. The article cites an example of a successful reform of the payment system by students of their college education. According to the study,...

Learning Environments and Developmental Domains

Introduction The learning environment is one of the most important factors for children’s effective learning. It influences learning outcomes and contributes to the socialization of children and the development of basic skills. In addition, the learning environment should be created taking into account the age and capabilities of the child...

Internal Self and External Self

The way people are seen by others is likely to differ from how each person views themselves. Nabigon (2006) proposes that an individual can be characterized by two aspects, which are their external (ES) and inner (IS) selves. The word “persona” can be used to describe the former, and ES...

Interdisciplinary Learning Opportunity

Interdisciplinary learning opportunities are effective and valuable interventions that provide numerous stakeholders with essential advantages. Turner et al. (2022) clarify that this phenomenon implies synthesizing and using knowledge from different disciplines to generate novel perspectives. As a result, individuals are encouraged to adopt multiple perspectives to solve a current issue....

Dialogue in the Elementary Classroom

Classroom dialogue between the teacher and students is an effective and valuable tool for learning, understanding, and assessment. It allows children to discuss their experiences and express their own points of view while also encouraging them to understand why they have those points of view. The exchange of opinions that...

The Pace for Civics Education in America

The questions of the quality of education and the development of academia are becoming the center of attention in the United States. Recently, Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis has approved legislation that will enhance civics education across the nation (Florida Department of Education, 2021). According to the publication of the Florida...

Danielson Framework and Classroom Observation

The instructor takes on various roles throughout the circle time activity to promote the students’ learning. The teacher acts as a facilitator by asking questions, responding to them, and supervising activities to assist the students in learning. While presenting images, shells, and sand dollars, the teacher discusses the link between...

Educational Technology Applied to Adult Learning by Gonzáles et al.

In the 2022 article “Educational Technology Applied to Adult Education” by Gonzáles, Castillo, Pauca, and Chávez, the authors outline the importance of adult learning and the challenges faced when automation is integrated with teaching. Adult learning has been on the rise, with enrollment increasing by about 45 percent in the...

Disproportionate School Discipline

Significant racial differences in the prevalence of disciplinary actions against students have been reported for many years. Black children make up only 16% of the student body, but they are responsible for 40% of all school suspensions and expulsions in the United States (Gage et al., 2021). This study presents...

Overcoming Writer’s Block and Substance Abuse in Teenagers

For a writer, it is significant to understand how to overcome writer’s block in the writing process. Enhancing the workplace and planning a time are the most important suggestions. (Purdue University Global, 2019). The first helpful habit I use to overcome writer’s block is focusing on the materials, not grammar...

Education System: Recommendations for School Leaders

Introduction School discipline emerges in education due to the demand of building a system of rules to govern educational activities. Educational activities need to develop codes and rules for school environment. Increasing inclusiveness as one of the objectives of the school society must be literate and by the law. To...

Aspects of Teaching and Learning Styles

Introduction According to Grasha (1995), teaching means a particular approach to teaching students, in connection with which five teaching styles are distinguished: expert, formal authority, facilitator, delegator, and personal model. The most effective style, in my opinion, is the facilitator. This is because it is necessary for students to create...

The Role of the Teacher in a Differentiated Classroom

The idea of a teacher facilitating differentiated classroom appeals to me. This method focuses on providing students with personalized education, where the teacher supports and mentors them as they work toward their own learning objectives. This method enables students to take charge of their education and has the potential to...

How Educators Can Address the Impacts of Bias on Children’s Outcomes

Introduction Bias can significantly impact children’s short- and long-term outcomes in school. One way bias can impact children is through implicit biases held by educators (Armandpour). These biases can manifest in various ways, such as lower expectations for certain groups of students or differential treatment in the classroom. This can...

Kelly Denny, a Special Education Teacher

The work of teachers is an important task, especially when it comes to working with exceptional children. This video describes one day of a teacher who works with special children and madly loves what she does. Her work is difficult, as each child needs their own approach. Thanks to her...

Empathy as a Part of a High School Curriculum

It is important to note that human beings and their behaviors are formed, developed, and influenced by their environment, which is not solely limited to social circles, but politics, culture, nation, and institutions as well. A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah, written in 2008, is an outstanding memoir that...

American Higher Education and Ideologies

Abstract Personal experiences and ideologies, as opposed to research-based evidence, hinder organizational changes and reforms in the American higher education realm. Many policy makers in the training sector, including players from the government, rely on their college experiences, and nor research. Even students and university staff employ personal interests to...