Category: Education

  • “Integrating Counseling Theories: Developing a Personal Approach to Counseling”

    Please read the attachments carefully
    Read case scenario 
    The assignment is designed to help you integrate the theories of counseling you have learned to develop a personal approach to counseling. Everything you need to know is in the attachments. 
    helpful articles are also attcahed 
    Required Readings: Text Book Chapters
    Ch 15 Adaptations, Spin-offs, and New Directions of Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy.
    Required Articles

  • Exploring Mentor Texts for Expository Writing Features of the Mentor Texts: 1. Use of vivid imagery and descriptive language: In “Are You a Dragonfly?”, the author uses descriptive language to paint a vivid picture of the life of a

    Read/Watch/Search these four different Mentor Texts: 
    Are You a Dragonfly?Links to an external site.
    Do a search for one of the recommended books from this Nerdy Book Club post, The 2020 Nerdies: Top Nonfiction Picture BooksLinks to an external site..   Do an internet search for one of the books that looks interesting to you. You can most likely find some excerpts or a video with a read aloud of the book. (For example, here’s a reading of The Cat Man of AleppoLinks to an external site. by Karim Samsi-Basha and Irene Latham, which is on the list.  Notice how this book combines exposition and narration?)  Nerdy Book Club is a site curated by teachers who share books.  Hasn’t been updated recently [sad], but still a great resource to bookmark for yourself.
    How about infographics? How do they convey information in more readable ways? Do a search for educational infographics: What features or elements of writing make an infographic useful or engaging?
    Finally, check out this Ignite talk from Marijke HechtLinks to an external site.. Ignite talks follow a format: 5 minutes with 20 slides that auto advance every 15 seconds. The idea is to convey information or offer a provocation in a short amount of time.  What features stand out to you here?  Did you notice the mix of exposition and argument she used to reach her audience?
    Then, respond:
    Prompt: What are some features of these texts that you notice or that stand out to you? How might we use these texts as models for our own writing? What work did the authors have to do to create these texts? What work might you need to do to write or record your expository text?
    Links:
    Are you a dragonfly: https://youtu.be/xnULzIIWTtA?si=jQhAOOP_97RDaQne
    Picture book choice from nerdy book club post: https://nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/2020/12/27/the-2020-nerdies-nonfiction-picture-books-announced-by-lynsey-burkins/
    Ignite talk: https://youtu.be/jFoH0QXC9I8?si=Jh45DTk4Q8HK9Inv

  • Reflection on Video Lessons Title: Reflection on Video Lessons: Evaluating Instructional Practices Video 1: “Engaging Students in Learning” – 2c In this video, the teacher utilizes various strategies to engage students in the lesson.

    There are links to 5 videos that need to be watched. You will have to watch each video and rate the lesson in two of the domain subcomponents (ie. 2c, 3d). Write a reflection of your observations and justification of your rating (unsatisfactory, basic, proficient, distinguished). Your justification should be supported by the domain language and specific actions and evidence that you observed during the lesson. Length should be at least half a page for each subcomponent, single-spaced, times new roman, 12pt for each video. There is an example of what’s expected to help guide you.

  • “Exploring the Choice between Individual and Team Sports among Grade 6 Students in a Chinese International School: A Cultural Context and Support Strategies Perspective” “Critical Reflection on Research Methods and Findings: A Case Study Analysis” Reflections on Conducting Educational Research: Lessons Learned and Future Directions Introduction As part of my educational research project, I aimed to investigate the impact of technology on student engagement and achievement in a high school setting. The project involved conducting surveys and interviews “Research Sources for Report on [Subject]”

    My final dissertation 15000 words level 7 writing with Harvard references, topic: Considering the cultural context and support strategies, why do grade 6 (13 year olds) in middle school in a Chinese international school choose between individual and team sports? Title page
    Table of Contents
    Table of Tables Table of Figures
    TITLE (Remember try to keep it under 20 words) – Your name, student number, qualification, academic supervisor, month and year of submission and dissertation keywords
    This is usually filled in at the end –
    This is included if you have any diagrams, tables, figures – make sure all of these are labelled and referenced correctly. Abstract
    An executive briefing, explaining in outline what the dissertation is about, the main approach used and major conclusions and recommendations. There should be no new material in the summary. The summary is the last thing you write, but goes here
    250
    Chapter 1 Introduction Explain the context of your dissertation and research explaining why the topic is important. Identify your educational context, the main issues or problems you are investigating and justify it. This should lead you to establish what it is you intend to research and why. Make sure the focus of your research is absolutely clear. Why have you picked this topic? The reader should not be confused, especially if what you are saying doesn’t match the title. It is often helpful to conclude this chapter by stating your research questions, as this leads into the next chapter. You can include an overview of how you intend to structure your thesis – talk the reader through your thinking.
    750
    Chapter 2: Literature review
    Start with a good transition from the introduction and explain how you are going to structure your literature review.
    Consider the literature that both agrees and does not agree with your own point of view. Indicate in this chapter how the literature search and review has underpinned
    3000 It requires you to revisit your literature review, edit and amend it in light of further reading you have done and condense this down and this involves synthesis; bringing together of a variety of ideas to construct new meaning. It is important that the literature review is critical and not just a narrative of what others say. This is where you can really begin to develop your critical voice. It is also important to show how you have been selective as to what has been included and how your area of focus has developed. The main source of your material should be from academic journal articles, but other forms of literature may be included too. Use your reading from the course. Synthesising means comparing different material and highlighting similarities, differences, and connections. To synthesise successfully you need to interpret information and use it to draw your own conclusions and generate new ideas as a result. The relationship with your research questions should be clear and if there is a development this should be mapped.
    Make sure you have covered the following:
    § Describe the current state of research in your defined area;
    § Consider whether there are any closely related areas that you also need to
    refer to;
    § Identify a gap where you argue that further research is needed; and
    § Explain how you plan to attend to that particular research gap.
    Remember the worst thing to do here is to write a report!
    This is the section where people tend to include too many long quotations – remember to focus on effective paraphrasing.
    Chapter 3: Research Paradigm/Position i.e. Ontology/ Epistemology then Interpretivism / Positivism, etc.
    Research Design
    e.g. Action Research/Case Study
    Begin by clearly describing and justifying your research position and as a result your choice of research approach and data collection techniques. Remember – how do you view the world? The answer to that question is going to determine the rest of this section. You should also discuss your role as a work-based (insider) researcher and exploretheadvantages/disadvantagesofthisroleifappropriate. Candidatesoftenmake the mistake of describing what has happened rather than beginning with why things have happened the way they have.
    You should be able to draw on the work in which you identified an approach and data collection techniques. Critically reflect on the methodology you have used and include a discussion of why you have chosen the particular approach and techniques. This is a crucial aspect of this section, ensuring that every decision has been justified in line with your research position.
    3000 Chapter 4: Research Methods e.g. Interviews, Observations, Surveys, Comparing Data
    Describe and justify the actions you took. You should present a coherent and logical account of your research, what you did, how you did it and why you did it that way. What helped or hindered the activities? Reflection upon your activities once they have finishedwillincreaseyourlearning. Thedecisionsyoumadeshouldbeconsistentwith your research position and your research methodology. All decisions made regarding methods should be fully justified. You are trying to show the reader that your choices were valid. Where appropriate discuss how triangulation of methods reinforces the validity of the data.
    500
    Chapter 5: Project findings What did you discover?
    Present your results with a detailed discussion, analysis and interpretation.
    In the main body of the dissertation you should include a detailed summary of your main findings. It can be quite tricky striking a balance between including too much
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    information and providing a summary that is too superficial. If your research has produced a lot of data then these should be added as appendices with detailed summaries in the main text, but even then, be selective, you don’t have to include everything. For example, if you conducted interviews then you do not need (anyway) theinterviewtransсrіpts. Whatyoucanhaveinyourappendicesisathemedsummary of quotations from the interviews that you can reference to from this section.
    This is now an opportunity to share what you have found and what the implications of these findings are. As a result of this it may be worth beginning this chapter with a reminder of what your research questions were. It is important that your discussion is not just a report on what has been found; your approach should be both analytical and critical. Anydatasharedshouldbesharedwithathoughttochronologyandlogic.
    Choices regarding any kind of data analysis must also be explained. Use your data selectively to argue your case and to guide the reader through your findings. Make sure any relevant tables and figures are labelled correctly. Using these kind of images can be awayofbreakingupyourtextandaddingemphasiswhereneeded. Whetherthedata is qualitative or quantitative it should be presented in such a way to show the reader the logic of your argument. Make sure that your analysis has enough depth to show that you have explored different themes, ideas and arguments. Why did you choose the methods you did for the analysis? You are not required to include all your data in this section, or in the appendices, but samples of questionnaires, interview summaries, and tables can be useful.
    In your discussion ensure that you can show how your research questions have beenansweredbyyourresearchprocess. Again,thisiswhereyouneedtoensure thatyourwritinggoesbeyondthedesсrіptiveanditcriticalandanalytical. Thinkabout how you want to present your findings, do you want to show the relationship between these different aspects.
    Chapter 6: Ethical considerations You must give a detailed analysis of ethics here and remember to include here a cross- reference to BERA and the signed ethical release form, which should be resubmitted in the appendices. Please review and update your ethical considerations in light of feedback from the release form, your supervisor and the new GDPR regulations. Include awareness of the part you have played in the project.
    500
    Chapter 7: Limitations
    In chapter 7 you should also reflect critically on yourself and on your work as a researcher; this is essential to score highly on the mark scheme for personal engagement and reflection.
    Reflect on what you have learnt through this process and refer back to the Kolb learning cycle. This is a very valuable process to identify your professional development journey and identify potential impact on your career. The following prompts may help structure this:
    · What went well
    · What was problematic
    · What helped
    · What I feel about it
    · What I have learnt
    · What comes next
    · The action that has been taken as a result of my learning
    · Possible future research
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    Chapter 8: Conclusions and recommendations Firstly go back to the aims and objectives and say whether or not, or the extent to which you have achieved these. It may be that you have achieved them fully or partially. Were there any weaknesses with your research – what is your response to these? Recommendations are likely to arise from the findings that you identified in chapter 5 and it is important to make clear who the intended audience or audiences are for the different recommendations.
    A common mistake is to include entirely new material or references in the conclusion. This is not appropriate. The recommendations should arise logically from the findings. The conclusion should succinctly encapsulate the important points of your dissertation. There should be some awareness of the limitations of your research. You should also include suggestions for future research.
    500- 1000 Word Count State this here –
    Appendices This is where you can add supporting information, only if it is absolutely necessary and – not more than twenty pages in total.
    ETHICS (AGAIN)
    There are many issues to consider when conducting educational research, especially if it is done within the place where you work. Therefore, careful consideration must be given to ethics and a core aspect of this module is that your research proposal will include an ethics form that must be approved by the University Ethics Committee before you can begin to conduct the research itself. In this module you will explore potential conflicts that can arise as an insider-researcher and what can be done to minimise risks and ensure no harm is done to participants. It is important not to underestimate the impact that you can have on your participants. For example, you might be happy to present your findings to SLT, but are they? Willtheyknowthattheymightnotbeabletobeidentifiedfromthetext,buttheycouldwithinyourownschool setting? Also, think very carefully in terms of ownership of data – who owns what. In almost all cases it is likely that you need to gain written permission from your Head if you are working within your own setting.
    Once you have completed the Ethics Release Form that is available to download from Moodle, you must then share this with your supervisor. They should give you some feedback on your answers. This is then uploaded to MOODLE at the same time as Module 3. You will then receive feedback from the University, who will then pass on any notes if needed via your supervisor. You need to revise the original Ethics Release Form and any accompanying documentation before uploading as an appendix to your final dissertation.
    You can complete the following tasks before commencing the assignment as this will help you understand the principles of research methods and work systematically through the required content:
    TASK: Read the References Make sure this is consistent – it will need a lot of checking and proof reading, but don’t let yourselves down with rushing this aspect. All references/bibliography must be presented using the Harvard system. If you have used reference software you still need to check to see that it is formatted correctly. The list of references at the end of your report should include detailed and precise information on all the sources referred to in your report. This should be presented alphabetically by auth
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  • “Empowering Young Writers: A Manifesto for Teaching Writing and Nurturing Creativity” As a future teacher, my beliefs about writing are deeply rooted in the power of creativity and self-expression. I believe that every child has the potential to

    This is the culminating assignment for the class.  There is no final exam. 
    You will write a manifesto that describes your beliefs about writing, the teaching of writing, and/or how kids learn to write.  You’ll also articulate your intentions as a future teacher: how do you intend to implement these beliefs?  How long might it take, and what challenges might you face? 
    To get started, you might look over some of the work you’ve done in this course: your responses to readings in About the Authors; your play with memes, arguments, letters, and drawings; the activities you planned and your process reflections on all your Makes. If you read across these writings, what do you see about yourself and your ideas about writing?  
    And as you start to write your manifesto, please include details about your desired grade level and the specific ideas you have about incorporating ideas from About the Authors (creativity, mentor texts, illustrating and writing, book production, working with big ideas, holding one-on-one conferences, etc.) into your desired school, grade level, or population of kids.
    300 words minimum, 500 maximum.
    Your manifesto needs a great, original title.
    You don’t have to use an “academic voice” in this paper; it’s the sharp ideas that count.

  • “The Importance of Proper Font and Paper Size in Academic Writing” “The Importance of Proper Font and Paper Size in Academic Writing”

    bond paper size: Letter size 8.5 x 11
    font style: georgia
    font size: 11
    text spacing: double space
    margins: Left (1.5 inch), top, right, bottom (1 inch)

  • The Impact of Not Mandating Health Education in Schools: A Comparative Analysis Title: “The Consequences of Omitting Health Education in Schools: A Comparative Study of States with and without Mandates” Introduction Health education is a critical component

    Research states that do not require health education in schools and delve into the decision-making processes behind this. What is the justification? 
    Explore the potential consequences of not mandating health education in terms of students’ knowledge, behaviors, and overall health outcomes.
    Compare and contrast the health outcomes of students in states with mandated health education versus those without requirements.
    Citations/reference articles has to be the year 2021 up. Any citiation under the year 2021 is unacceptable 

  • Developing Content-Specific Learning Goals Based on Student Assets and Needs: A Case Study Approach

    PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE FOLLOWING ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS. GRAMMAR IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT, AND I WILL NOT RELEASE FULL PAYMENT IF THE GRAMMAR AND WRITING
    IN THIS ASSIGNMENT IS NOT HOW A TEACHER SHOULD SPEAK
    PLEASE MAKE SURE THE ASSIGNMENT IS COMPLETED BASED ON THE CLEAR INSTRUCTION WITH USE OF CASE STUDIES AS WELL AS THE FULL FIRST DOCUMENT ATTACHED AND TO BE COMPLETED 
    BASED ON THE CASE STUDIES OF STUDENTS’
    Introduction
    Consult with your master, mentor, or supervisory teacher; with additional school personnel; and with families, as needed, to develop your understanding of   students’ assets and learning needs. Review student work and available         assessment or survey data and talk with and/or observe students to learn     about the class’s range of assets, including academic strengths, and learning needs. You will use this information to establish content-specific learning        goals (including California English Language Development (ELD) Standards    as appropriate).
    For more information, please see the following links for full assignment details and the rubric.
    Instructional Approach: Training Assignment Instructions – Word                 Document (117 KB)
    Assignment 4A Instructional Approach: Teaching – Rubric
    Focus Students Case Studies  – PDF Document (274 KB)
    PLS LOOK AT DOCUMENT FOR THE RUBRIC INFORMATION , I WILL NOT BE ABLE
    TO END CONTRACT OR RELEASE ANY FUNDS UNLESS ASSIGNMENT IS DONE
    ACCORDING TO RUBRIC INSTRUCTIONS AND GRADING POLICY FOR THE 
    ASSIGNMENT!
    THANKS

  • “Empowering Communities through Education for Development: Importance, Challenges, and Strategies for Implementation” “Education for Development: A Multi-Faceted Approach for Sustainable Progress”

    Education for development is a concept that emphasizes the role of education in fostering economic growth, social progress, and sustainable development in societies. It is based on the idea that education is not only a fundamental human right but also a powerful tool for driving positive change and improving the overall well-being of individuals and communities. In this essay, we will explore the various dimensions of education for development, its importance, challenges, and the strategies needed to ensure its effective implementation.
    At its core, education for development aims to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to participate meaningfully in the economic, social, and political life of their communities. It goes beyond traditional notions of education as a means to acquire basic literacy and numeracy skills to encompass a broader set of competencies that are essential for personal growth and societal advancement. These include critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, as well as values such as tolerance, empathy, and respect for diversity.
    One of the key principles of education for development is its focus on lifelong learning. In today’s rapidly changing world, where new technologies, industries, and social issues emerge at an unprecedented pace, individuals need to continuously update their knowledge and skills to adapt and thrive. Education systems must therefore be designed to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn and grow throughout their lives, enabling them to seize new opportunities and navigate challenges effectively.
    Moreover, education for development recognizes the interconnectedness of global challenges such as poverty, inequality, environmental degradation, and conflict. It acknowledges that these issues cannot be addressed in isolation but require a holistic and integrated approach that leverages the transformative power of education. By promoting inclusive and equitable quality education for all, education for development seeks to empower individuals and communities to overcome barriers to progress and build a more sustainable and prosperous future for themselves and future generations.
    The importance of education for development cannot be overstated. Numerous studies have shown that investments in education have a multiplier effect on economic growth, health outcomes, social cohesion, and environmental sustainability. Education is a key driver of innovation and productivity, enabling individuals to access better job opportunities, earn higher incomes, and contribute more effectively to the development of their societies. It also plays a crucial role in promoting gender equality, reducing poverty, and fostering peace and stability in conflict-affected regions.
    Furthermore, education for development is essential for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015. These goals provide a roadmap for addressing the most pressing global challenges, including poverty, hunger, health, education, gender equality, clean water, and sanitation, sustainable cities, climate action, and peace and justice. Education is explicitly recognized as a standalone goal (SDG 4) and as a cross-cutting enabler that underpins progress across all other goals.
    Despite its many benefits, education for development faces several challenges that must be addressed to realize its full potential. These include inadequate funding and resources, unequal access to quality education, outdated curricula and teaching methods, teacher shortages and low motivation, cultural and social barriers to learning, and the mismatch between education outcomes and labor market demands. In many developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, large numbers of children and youth still lack access to basic education, especially girls, children with disabilities, and those living in remote or conflict-affected areas.
    To overcome these challenges, a multi-faceted approach is needed that involves governments, civil society, the private sector, and international organizations working together to strengthen education systems, improve teaching and learning outcomes, expand access to education for marginalized groups, and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. This requires increased investment in education, better coordination and monitoring of education policies and programs, the professional development of teachers, the integration of technology in education, and partnerships with communities and stakeholders to ensure that education is relevant, inclusive, and responsive to local needs and contexts.
    In conclusion, education for development is a powerful catalyst for positive change and sustainable development in societies around the world. By investing in quality education for all, we can unlock the full potential of individuals and communities, promote economic growth and social progress, and build a more just, inclusive, and resilient world for future generations. Education is not just a means to an end but a fundamental human right and a pathway to a brighter and more prosperous future for all.

  • Title: Enhancing Social Studies and Arts Instruction with Online Resources

    Answer the Guiding Questions (each question 250 words)-use 3 sources from the sources 
    below. Use in text citations.
    Online Resources
    What online resources do we find most useful for teaching Social Studies and the Arts?
    Are there resources here that improve my Learning Segment Plan?
    Texts: Review at least 3 of the following Social Studies and the Arts Text(s) and Resource websites:
    Lintner,T., Schweder, W. (2011). Practical strategies for teaching K-12 social studies in inclusive classrooms. (pp. 19-27; pp. 57-64). Charlotte, NC: Information Age Pub.
    Teaching history (2016). Retrieved from http://teachinghistory.org/Links to an external site.
    Lesson plans and resources for arts integration (2012). Retrieved from  http://www.edutopia.org/stw-arts-integration-resources-lesson-plansLinks to an external site.
    Strategies for arts integration scholastic (2016). Retrieved from http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/collection/strategies-arts-integrationLinks to an external site.