Education

Classes at every grade level are comprised of students at varying stages of language development, as well as cognitive and physical abilities. Teachers must adjust instruction to meet the needs of all students as they foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Part 1: Foster Critical Thinking  For this assignment, complete the “Complex Learning Analysis” template. The learning standards on the template are from the identified grade level and subjects found in the Arizona State Standards. Complete the following for each standard: Learning Activity: In 3-5 sentences, describe a developmentally appropriate learning activity that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving. For one learning activity, integrate physical development in student learning (e.g., gross or fine motor skills). Explanation: In 3-5 sentences, explain how the activity is designed to challenge students by activating complex cognitive processes, specifically critical thinking, and problem-solving. Explain how the activity is appropriate for the developmental age of the students. Part 2: Examine Students’ Development In a 250-500 word summary, compare and contrast how two elementary students in the same class may differ in their physical, cognitive, and linguistic development. Include major concepts, principles, and/or theories to justify your response. Explain how you will apply these concepts to support student development in your future classroom. Support your rationale with 2-3 scholarly resources.

PART A: 300 WORDS MINIMUM No need to give me a cover page. Initial posts should address each part of the prompt.  When a prompt has several parts, please restate each part in bold, and then answer each part with its own 5-7 sentence paragraph.  300 word-responses would be an appropriate guideline. Initial posts should be mostly your ideas, with a citation or two from the weekly reading.  It is not ok to copy/paste huge amounts of text from other sources and submit it as your ideas.  Write using your own ideas and then support your ideas with cited research (Author, Year) to make them stronger.  When you include a quote, always follow it with your own concluding thought.  Clearly connect to the point you are trying to make with your research.   Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 1 in your textbook. Additionally, review the following websites and web pages that show examples of organizations’ philosophies: ·       Queen Emma Preschool: Andrew’s School About Us  ·       The School District of Lee County: Early Childhood Learning Center  ·       ABC Preschool Mission and Philosophy   ·       Tender Care Learning Center: Why Tender Care  According to Gadikowski (2013), “The vision and mission statements of an early childhood program often reflect the organization’s philosophy, that is, its beliefs about how children best learn and develop” (Section 1.4). Imagine you have just been hired as the leader of a new ECE program. Your first task is to develop the philosophy, vision, and mission for the program. To assist you with this task, first evaluate the philosophy, vision, and mission using Table 1.1 “Philosophy, Vision, and Mission as Administrative Tools” in your textbook for the provided schools above. Then, choose two of the schools and complete the following table:             Website 1 (choose from the list above) Website 2 (choose from the list above) Identify the strengths of this organization’s philosophy, vision and mission.     Discuss areas for improvement of this organization’s philosophy and mission in your opinion.       After completing the table, develop a draft of your philosophy, vision, and mission for your new childcare center. Be sure to include what you have learned from the text and from your evaluations to help shape your ideas. You will build on this later in the course, as well as throughout your degree program. Your discussion post should be at least 300 words in length. Please be sure to cite the two schools you choose within your post and provide corresponding reference entries.    Part B: This is a discussion response to each student. Please don’t summarize their thoughts but have a reply to what they have written. If you don’t understand the instructions, please contact me.    Guided Response: After reviewing several of your classmates’ posts, respond to at least three peers by respectfully evaluating the philosophy, vision, and mission statements they created. Offer them two strengths of their draft, as well as two suggestions for improvement.           Student 1 – Kim – 80 words response   Lee County, Early Childhood Learning Services       Tender Care Learning Center Strengths of this organization’s philosophy, Vision, and Mission. Strengths of this organizations Philosophy, Vision, and Mission 1. School readiness. 2. Helping children to grow to their potential, 3. Teaching Social-emotional skills, and physical skills 1. Offer a nationally recognized curriculum. 2. Preparing children for lifelong learning. 3. Highly quality Services.  Things that needed to be improved in my opinion. I think that this learning services center is very well written and I do not feel they need to improve anything. Things that needed to be improved in my opinion. I think this center needs to be more specific on what curriculum they use. Describe how they are going to prepare them. What services they are using. My philosophy: Offering activities to prepare the children to get prepared for entering Kindergarten. Focussing on Social-Emotional Skills and Problem Solving. Increasing their knowledge of letters and their sounds, numbers, and their quantities through educational activities in the classrooms with highly educated teachers. I feel that this is a good Philosophy, it is very similar to the Early Childhood Services of Lee Counties, it is direct and specific.Philosophy should be about the beliefs on how children learn best. (Gadzikowski, A. (20)13) When making a mission statement you should think about what you would like to accomplish in your program and it should be written so all can understand. (Gadzikowski, A. (2013). I feel that both Lee County Early Learning Services and Tender Care states exactly what they wanted to accomplish. Both very similar. MY Vision Statment:  At KimberKare it is to be the highly recommended and accredited pre-school/ CHildcare program that will prepare the children for KIndergarten and many more years of education. A mission statement answers the three W’s. Why your program exists, What your program does, and Who it serves. Both Lee County Early Childhood Education Services and Tender Care both service the same aged children and achieving school readiness. My Mission Statement: To prepare each child with a strong foundation for school readiness so they can reach their highest potential. Resources:   Student 2 – Cec – 85 words response       ABC Preschool Mission and Philosophy  Tender Care Learning Center Identify the strengths of this organization’s philosophy, vision and mission. Children are given activities that are developmentally appropriate. School achieved accreditation by the NAEYC. Teachers are highly trained in early childhood development. Certified teacher training beyond normal requirements Quality child care for all children Discuss areas for improvement of this organization’s philosophy and mission in your opinion. The school could list more ideas about parental involvement.  The statement needs to discuss how the center will meet the developmental needs of the children. Parental involvement needs to be discussed. Define the goals of the child’s learning.   Philosophy When children are in a safe and loving environment, they will feel safe to learn and grow. The best way to learn and grow is to offer hands-on and interesting activities. Children learn by doing developmentally appropriate activities. Using centers and one-on-one activities will enable children to learn and grow. Mission My mission statement is to help each child learn and grow through play. When children learn through play, they will develop a desire to learn.  Vision My vision would be for every child to develop a love of learning through developmentally appropriate practices. The teachers will ensure that a child feels safe while in the classroom. The teacher will treat each child as an individual to promote learning. The teacher and the families will also work together to help the children meet their learning goals .Our Mission and Vision – Tender Care Learning Centers (earlyeducationpros.org) (Links to an external site.) ABC preschool www.abidingbranches.org/school-life Student 3 – Jess – 85 words response   St. Andrew’s Schools https://www.standrewsschools.org/about-us (Links to an external site.)  ABC Preschool https://www.abidingbranches.org/school-life (Links to an external site.)  Identify the strengths of this organization’s philosophy, vision and mission. Their mission and vision clearly describe how they started and what they hope to continue to do.  Clearly describes their theory on how children learn best (through caring, safe, and flexible environment), who they serve, and what they do (mission and philosophy) (ABC Preschool, n.d.) Discuss areas for improvement of this organization’s philosophy and mission in your opinion. Their philosophy statement does not include their theory on how children learn best.  It only includes how they believe all children can learn and how they learn through teachers (St. Andrew’s Schools, n.d.)  Does not have a clear vision statement.  They should add what they see as their best possible outcome.     A draft of my personal philosophy, vision, and mission statements for my new center:  Philosophy  According to our text, a program’s philosophy describes their belief of how children learn and grow best (Gadzikowski, 2013).  My program’s philosophy is that young children learn best in a caring and safe environment through hands-on activities that scaffold upon their knowledge.   Vision A vision statement describes the best possible outcome for the program (Gadzikowski, 2013).  My program’s vision statement is to foster a love for learning in all children.  When we foster a love for learning we create life-long learners who can make a positive impact on our world.    Mission A mission statement describes why the organization exists, who it serves, and what it does (Gadzikowski, 2013).  My program exists to provide high quality education to young children ages 3-5 years old, by using developmentally appropriate and evidence based teaching strategies.    References ABC Preschool. (n.d.). ABC Preschool Mission and Philosophy (Links to an external site.). Retrieved https://www.abidingbranches.org/school-life

introduction (hook & thesis statement) 3 (or more) body paragraphs with clear topic sentences conclusion (re-statement of ideas & final thought) 3 (or more) outside sources (in-text citations & works cited page [MLA format]) 6 (or more) vocabulary words from file attached 4 (or more) adjective clauses 4 (or more) noun clauses You will write about the topics of ART AND EDUCATION.  Keep in mind that you can choose the TYPE of essay that you write. (3 causes, 3 effects, 3 ways, 3 reasons, 3 types, 3 methods, 3 consequences, 3 benefits, etc. – You can choose a combination as long as you have a clear thesis statement, topic sentences, and transition sentence.) Please Controlling Ideas / Essay Guides : How are art and education related? – Does art cause people to gain/lose education?  Does education cause people to gain/lose artistic abilities (or a love of art)? Is art more important than typical educational subjects (history, science, math, etc.)?  Are typical educational subjects (history, science, math, etc.) more important than art? What can you say about educating people in the arts? – Is this positive, negative, or both? Do you believe that educating people is a form of art? Why or why not? Are any of these ideas different in different countries? OTHER – You should probably discuss this with me first.

Write a cohesive and comprehensible paper (no more than 5 paragraphs) addressing the following points: How is abuse AND neglect defined? Who is responsible for reporting neglect and/or abuse? What steps are taken when abuse and/or neglect is suspected? What are the consequences if suspected abuse or neglect go unreported for ALL parties involved?

Paper: Developmental Analysis Assignment Instructions Overview The purpose of this paper is for you to demonstrate your ability to apply a working knowledge of the theories, terminology, and concepts of human growth and development. You will discuss your own development over your lifetime and how it relates to the developmental concepts discussed throughout this course. You will analyze your life as it relates to the key aspects of human growth and development. What are key developmental times in your life and the influencing factors that led to who you are today? Instructions   You will incorporate your empirical studies related to your chosen developmental aspect of your life. Also, use the course readings or presentations to support what you propose about your own development in your paper. Depending on your life and the influences, there may be more attention placed during one period of time. You are encouraged to glean information from your mother about her pregnancy with you to see if there were any notable issues during that time. Remember to include your spiritual development with applicable research.    In addition, obtain as much information as you can about any significant events in your early childhood years. How did you do in those key developmental years? Did you approach all developmental milestones with ease, or were there challenges? Since this is a comprehensive paper, you will address your development across your lifespan.    Finally, you will conclude your paper by addressing any current lifestyle behaviors that may influence your aging process. You will address these issues, how they will affect your aging process, and what you plan to do about it.    Note: Your conclusion must offer suggestions for further study. The body of the paper must be 8–10 pages (excluding the title page, abstract, and reference page). This assignment must be completed adhering strictly to current APA format.     You must include 8–10 peer-reviewed, relevant sources in your paper (at least 7 of the sources must be empirical articles). The sources must be less than 10 years old unless any of the citations are linked to an author whose work is seminal to your topic. 

As you have learned throughout this course, brain-based learning is a comprehensive approach to teaching and learning that can be applied to various fields. Brain-based learning seeks to enhance individuals’ learning experiences by drawing on the most current brain research and how the brain is best stimulated for learning and performance. It is essential to understand how brain-based learning can be used in practice. Draw on what you learned from Topics 1-6 to create a digital infographic (using a web-based application like Canva, Stencil, or Piktochart) to be shared with other professionals in your field outlining brain-based learning and its applications. The infographic should include the following: ·        A description of brain-based learning in your respective field of study. ·        Why brain-based learning matters to your respective field of study. ·        At least 2-3 practical brain-based learning strategies or activities that can be applied to your field of study. Be sure to offer specific examples. ·        How brain-based learning can be used to affect change at individual, group, or institutional levels in your field of study. ·        Minimum of 2-3 methods to overcome challenges with learning common in your field of study by using principles of brain-based learning. ·        At least 2-3 specific resources that professionals in your field could utilize to learn more about brain-based learning or how to embed brain-based learning in their teaching or work. The infographic should be visually appealing with color, graphic elements, and variations in text. Submit the infographic as a PDF. Support your infographic with in-text citations and a minimum of three scholarly resources. While APA style format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.     References 1. https://viewer.gcu.edu/BRDGgR – Read Chapters 4 and 8. 1. Read “Brain-Based Strategies for Your Classroom” by Lynch located on the Tech Edvocate website (2019). URL: https://www.thetechedvocate.org/brain-based-strategies-for-your-classroom/ 2. View “Brain-based Teaching,” by Karow, located on YouTube (2013). URL: https://youtu.be/-MfEc2j3yeE 3. Read “8 Ways to Create A Brain-Friendly Classroom,” by Willis, located on the Teach Thought website (2019). URL: https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/ways-to-create-a-brain-friendly-classroom/   4. Read “9 Ways Neuroscience Has Changed the Classroom,” located on the Teach Thought website (2017). URL: https://www.teachthought.com/learning/9-ways-neuroscience-has-changed-the-classroom/   5.  Read “A List of Brain-based Strategies to Create Effective eLearning,” located on the Sh!ft website (2018). URL: https://www.shiftelearning.com/blog/bid/354359/a-list-of-brain-based-strategies-to-create-effective-elearning   6. Review “102 Brain-Based Learning Resources For, Well, Brain-Based Teaching,” located on the Teach Thought website (2018). URL: https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/102-brain-based-learning-resources-well-brain-based-teaching/   7. Read “Use Brain-Based Curriculum Design to Engage Your Adult Learners,” located on the Tracy Schiffmann Consulting website. URL: https://www.tracyschiffmann.com/blog/2016/8/8/use-curriculum-design-to-engage-your-adult-learners   8. Read “Teaching to the Whole Brain,” by McConchie and Jensen, from Educational Leadership (2020). URL: https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=143053924&site=ehost-live&scope=site

As an ECE educator, it is good practice to reflect on and assess your own practices. After reviewing the information from the lecture materials, including the supplemental readings, develop a self-assessment checklist that could be used for your own assessment of applying effective teaching strategies. To complete this assignment, do the following: Use the Teaching Strategies Self-Assessment Checklist and the Lesson Content, locate ten (10) teaching practices and strategies for effective teaching in Early Childhood programs. For each practice/strategy, list two (2) observable criteria that would indicate a teacher meets the strategy. For example, if one of your strategies is “Acknowledging Children,” what criteria would be used to assess the accomplishment of this strategy? Using the measurement system provided, complete the checklist section based on your current knowledge and/or work with young children. In the comment section of the Teaching Strategies Self-Assessment Checklist, answer the following questions: How do you meet this criteria? What is one (1) strength you have in this area? What is one (1) weakness you have in this area and what plan will you make to improve?

Total Physical Response (TPR) & Listening Good TPR summary but there’s no mini-lesson, thanks for your post and responses. Add  own TPR lesson to upgrade to full score. thats what the professor said to me so please do so   Part 1 In the verge of teaching English as a second language, several parameters must be put in place in line with course content and objectives. To begin with, the theory of language as a topic, offers theoretical linguistic, for its set on the mandate of answering the question, “what is the exact meaning of language?” Afterwards, the theory of learning takes its position, describing how learners receive, process, with an idea of retaining knowledge in learning activities. Ultimately objective of the course is understanding English as a second language, whereby the learners shall be in a position of implementing the knowledge acquired in the constructive communication arena. Besides, the course is covered through the application of several activities, such as group discussion, weekly evaluation and class presentation. Concerning learner’s role, undertaking assignments, writing notes, and self-class presentation shall be implemented. Similarly, the teacher’s role include timely class attendance to cover the syllabus, evaluating learners, and giving feedback Richards,& Rodgers, 2014).  Instructional materials shall promote comprehensive comprehension of information studied in class, whereby learners are expected to visit the library regularly. They also aid in answering questions relayed as assignments for further research. Part 2 Mini-lesson planning shall involve; description of the topic, “Teaching English as a second language” whereby learning and teaching materials include course textbook, tutor notes to teach ideal concepts to learners. Afterwards, connection skills where the previous lesson shall be highlighted. Application of pedagogical skills is thus required to ensure the objectives of the study are derived accordingly. The central concept is understanding to which extent theory of language aids upon comprehending different language pattern (Richards, & Rodgers, 2014). In contrast, reflection holds integral section of our learning process. Its derived to initiate more information, more so with regard to improving skills on writing. Thus, relevance of the course work, is ensuring total application of knowledge learnt in authorship, to bridge the gap in writing. Future trends, more so in writing, with close consideration of getting forth positive feedback, handling revisions and editing the paper are main concepts in the course that have positively influenced planning for this lesson, regarding a total physical response.   References: Richards, J. C., & Rodgers, T. S. (2014). Approaches and methods in language teaching. Cambridge university press.

The wellness portfolio examines all dimensions of health and wellness, including physical, psychological, intellectual, spiritual, social and environmental. The format to which you create your portfolio can be done in a variety of formats, including written, PowerPoint, live slides, or other electronic means to respond to this assignment. You are welcome to incorporate a variety of techniques not limited to images (no other humans), current events, videos, or artwork and this learning task is a reflection of your everyday life. You will be required to inform your instructor how you plan to format your assignment before you begin to ensure you meet the expectations of the learning task. This is a personal reflection on your everyday life, and in addition, you will need to refer to at least two course readings. You need to also include at least three additional scholarly references. Scholarly references are peer-reviewed, verify with your instructor if you are unsure if your reference is peer-reviewed. Your portfolio must include the following sections: Psychological/Physical Wellness: Stress can play a major role in our psychological and physical wellness. Complete this stress test and discuss your results then explore strategies to reduce key stressors identified in your life.  Social Wellness: Satisfying relationships are basic to both physical and emotional health. Developing interpersonal wellness includes learning good communication skills. Elaborate on your understanding of how to communicate your wellness needs to others within your relationships. Intellectual Wellness: Intellectual Wellness includes the capacity to question and think critically while making wise decisions. Corporate media influences our health and wellness choices; however, some media portrays problematic depictions of wellness. Find a health and wellness ‘advertisement’ and critically analyze whether the portrayal of health and wellness. Include the source in your portfolio. Environmental Wellness: A healthy environment is conducive to health and wellness. Reflect on ways your behaviours and lifestyle directly impacts the environment you live in and suggest strategies to improve your environmental wellness.   Spiritual Wellness: Spiritual wellness has meaning and purpose in your life. Explore what you do to enhance your spiritual self.

1. Discuss the difference between deaf and Deaf. 2. Describe a cochlear implant and why it is so controversial.