Please see attached article and required book below:

Gazelle Case Study

In addition to reading and answering the questions in the short case below, read this article and tie the article into your answers briefly.

Short Case – Chapter 1

You are charged with answering the questions (write out question and then answer it).

GAZELLE … OR TURTLE?

Summit Software, Inc., recently celebrated its fifth year of business. Jim Mueller, the proprietor, started the software manufacturing and distribution company when he was still working as a professor at the local college, but now he enjoys being in the fast-paced technology industry. Growth and expansion were easy for Jim, thanks to his knowledge, his contacts, and the pool of readily available workers from which to choose. The company that originated in his den now occupies a nice space close to downtown.

Going into the sixth year, Jim continues to serve the same target market with customer support and lengthy projects. He acknowledges that technological advancements and new clientele are in the immediate future. All of the current and forecasted work leaves Jim and his three employees with little time to spend on administrative dutieslet alone new accounts. Jim also realizes that the company needs its own upgrades to continue its rate of success and to stay competitive. Looking at Summits financials and the amount of work necessary to maintain the business, hes not sure where to go from here. Following is a snapshot of Jims annual sales since inception:

Year 1 $112,000

Year 2 $195,000

Year 3 $250,000

Year 4 $335,000

Year 5 $487,000

QUESTIONS

1. Is Summit Software, Inc., a gazelle? Support your answer.
2. What problems may Jim face by owning such a fast-growing business?
3. Are gazelles more important to the economy than traditional growth businesses? Why or why not?

In the course we will discuss the importance of evidence-based practice and how to gather and assess collected data. In this course, you will gather research on a disease process or therapy related to respiratory care. Paper must be APA style, reference page, use latest data within last 6 years, Times New Roman 12 font.

Discussion Topic

Choose one of the classroom-based assessments presented on pp. 134-141 of Assessing Language and Literacy with Bilingual Students.

Students should answer the following prompts:

1. Explain the purpose of this assessment and describe the data collected. How would you use this data in instruction?
2. What is the role of academic language in this assessment? What considerations or modifications might be necessary for multilingual learners to demonstrate proficiency with academic language?
3. How is this assessment responsive to multilingual learners? How can students themselves and families partner in this assessment?

Module 6: Activities & Assignments

Activities to Complete

Note that you will find all the activities listed below within this module including: articles, videos, discussions, and assignments.

REQUIRED READINGS & RESOURCES

• Read: Gottlieb, Chapter 4: Collecting and organizing assessment information in multiple languages. Available for FREE via the NLU Library:
• Read: Helman, Ittner, & McMaster, Chapter 6: Assessing academic language and comprehension in the content areas. Available for FREE via the NLU Library:
• Choose 1 and read:
• Castilla-Earls, A., Ronderos, J., McIlraith, A., & Martinez, D. (2022). Is bilingual receptive vocabulary assessment via telepractice comparable to face-to-face? Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 53(2), 454465.
• Przymus, S. D., & Alvarado, M. (2019). Advancing bilingual special education: . Multiple Voices for Ethnically Diverse Exceptional Learners, 19(1), 23-43.

Meditate on the four chapters of 2 Timothy. Using Pauls role as a teacher to Timothy, create a thread debating a topic that relates to the role of teachers in the 21st century. Using scripture as your background, and considering information studied over the past weeks (Disruptive Innovation, The 21st Century Skills Movement, the use of technology and its impact on teaching and learning, Clayton Christensens ideas, etc.), you will be assigned to argue either in support or against the pre-determined topic:

• What are digital immigrants and digital natives? Are there major differences between digital immigrants and digital natives? Do the similarities and/or differences affect the ability to educate? How?

As you form your thoughts for your side of the debate ( I am supporting this) , closely consider teachers in the 21st Century. Consider components of the educational system that are tried and true, which remain the same. Alternatively, ponder those systems that have transformed over time as we adopt the ways of 21st-century living. Use the assigned textbook, the Bible readings, presentations, and any approved websites to connect scriptural teaching to your studies. Your thread must demonstrate evidence of a scholarly approach and thoughtful analysis.

2 Timonthy 1-4

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+timothy+1-4&version=NIV&interface=print

I need a essay that talking about extracurricular activities

Discussion Topic

Students should answer the following prompts:

Reflecting on one of the sample curriculum units provided in module materials, or curriculum from your own schooling or teaching, consider how well it reflects best practices in bilingual curriculum design. For this discussion:

1. Provide an overview of the unit topic, components, and learning objectives.
2. Assess unit alignment across standards, objectives, learning materials, learning activities, and assessments.
3. Analyze how the unit reflects best design practices, such as backwards design, thematic instruction, and inclusion of authentic texts.
4. Reflect on how the unit could be improved, and share one or two take-aways for your own work on the Bilingual Unit Plan Assignment draft.

Module 6: Activities & Assignments

Activities to Complete

Note that you will find all the activities listed below (with the exception of the textbook) within this module including: articles, videos, quizzes, discussions, and assignments.

REQUIRED READINGS & RESOURCES

• READ: Chapter 7: Unit-level instructional design in Tedick, D. J., & Lyster, R. (2020). Scaffolding Language Development in Immersion and Dual Language Classrooms. .
• READ: Chapter 3: Curriculum and instruction in Reyes, S. A., & Kleyn, T. (2010). Teaching in two languages: A guide for K-12 bilingual educators. .
• REVIEW: CUNY-NYSIEB (2014). . OR (2019).
• PREVIEW: New York State Education Department: Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages (2022). Lesson Planning Part 1 From Unit Plan to Lesson Plans: Putting the Pieces Together [Webinar]. YouTube. See also the .
• READ (Spanish): Chapter 4: Planning the strategic use of two languages in textbook Beeman, K., & Urow, C. (2013). Teaching for biliteracy: Strengthening bridges between languages. .
• READ (Chinese): Chapter 3: For disciplinary biliteracy: lesson plan model in Sung, K. (Ed.). (2024). Chinese-English dual language immersion programs: Content area instruction, learners, and evaluations. .
• REVIEW (Chinese): Utah Dual Language Immersion. . AND .

Lesson Planning Part 1 From Unit Plan to Lesson Plans: Putting the Pieces Together

Instructions Module 2 is all about researching, learning, and sharing important tools that Experience Architects use in their everyday lives and careers. To do that, throughout the course of the semester, you will design 4 infographics, presentations, fact sheets, screencasts, etc. Your toolkit must include a tutorial. Reminders: You are only uploading a draft of ONE of your toolkits The audience for this is your classmates. For this first draft, please focus on three areas: 1. Content: Ise the tool evaluated in a waythat connects it to XA 2. Design: How well does the draft incorporate CRAP principles to create a design that effectively communicates the information to your peers 3. Technical Writing: How well does the writer demonstrate how the tool can be used? Meaning, was there a tutorial, and were you able to follow along? no ai and plagiarism please and try to check it on turn it in.com

essay on the army Credentialing Assistance (CA) program

best for : certifications that leads directly to civillian jobs and military (mos )jobs

covers up to : $4000 per year

explain mostly why it matters in the Military

how it supports smooth transition into civilian employment

how it improves promotion potential

and how it strengthens professional development beyond MOS training.

(just a couple of points I wanted to add into the essay if possible)

article review on Teaching Reading Is Rocket Science; Podcast: Hard Words

Length: 1.5-2 pages of text (not including the works cited)

3.1 Article Analysis 1:

Analysis Focus

• The scientific consensus on how reading develops and why reading instruction must be explicit and systematic.
• The consequences of instruction that is misaligned with research, particularly for students with disabilities and those at risk.
• Implications for inclusive general education practice and instructional decision-making.

Criteria

3 Exemplary

2 Proficient

1 Developing

Understanding of Core Arguments

Accurately and thoroughly explains the articles central claims and supporting evidence, demonstrating strong understanding of reading science.

Explains main ideas accurately but with limited depth.

Misrepresents or incompletely explains key arguments.

Connection to Disability & Inclusion

Clearly explains why explicit, systematic instruction is essential for students with disabilities in general education settings.

Mentions disability implications but lacks depth or clarity.

Minimal or unclear connection to disability or inclusion.

Instructional Reflection & Application

Thoughtful reflection on instructional beliefs and a concrete, research-aligned classroom application.

Reflection or application is present but underdeveloped.

Reflection is superficial or application is vague or missing.

Use of Evidence & APA Citations

Correctly cites the assigned article and at least one additional scholarly or course source using accurate APA format.

Cites required sources with minor APA errors or limited integration.

Missing a required source, incorrect APA format, or minimal citation use.

Writing Quality & Organization

Clear, well-organized, professional academic writing.

Generally clear with minor issues.

Writing lacks clarity, organization, or contains significant errors.

Concept Attainment Model – Integrating Technology/Media within Concept Mapping Lesson In this technical assignment, you will use the Concept Attainment Model to design a lesson that integrates technology/media resources. You will integrate concept mapping into the lesson. A Concept map must be attached/included. (Not a rubric for how it will be graded but the actual concept map.) The media or technology may be used to introduce the lesson, for skill development, formative assessment, etc. When you submit the lesson design, make sure that you have included necessary information (ppt file, link to a site you used, etc.) so that I can access the technology you have included. Evidence of students being challenged to do the following should be present in the unit: Build on students’ prior knowledge. Students will examine content from different perspectives. Students will explore relationships among concepts. Critical thinking is promoted. Students’ curiosity is engaged A template for this lesson plan is provided. I strongly encourage you to use the template to guide your work in order to ensure that the required components of the lesson are included. Make sure you go back and review the exemplar in PHASE ONE and design the lesson following that model throughout. Remember to complete the highlighted sections to include the research behind the use of the model. This accounts for 10% of the grade. Complete the template and submit in Canvas.