Category: Education

If we look at the landscape of education in the United States, it appears the mandates and policies implemented over the last 50 years may not have been as effective as initially hoped. The United States still lags behind many other countries when it comes to quality education. But why is that the case? In Against School, John Gatto argues that American schools stunt student learning and teacher engagement through compulsory practices that produce mediocre thinking. Mike Rose provides support for Gatto’s claim in I Just Wanna Be Average as he recalls the low expectations for certain high school students versus high expectations for others. We might even say that Sara Goldrick-Rab, in City of Broken Dreams, shows how such prescriptive schooling eventually impacts student performance in college. These selections from Chapter Two offer compelling analyses and arguments of what is problematic about education in the United States. Your goal is to do the same. Write an argumentative essay in which you reflect on what you believe is a significant problem in education that needs to be addressed. You will need first to identify the problem and then discuss why you think what you have chosen is a problem and why and how it needs to be addressed. As you develop your ideas, remember to analyze the situation to show that it is a real problem; just saying it is a problem is not enough. You should discuss the cause of the problem, identify those whom it impacts, and explain the impact, and discuss potential solutions. As you brainstorm to identify a problem you want to write about, you might think about the following areas: A particular curriculumfor example, required courses in elementary school, high school, or college, or the particular skills taught in one of those courses Learning environmentfor example, physical classrooms, access to technology within classrooms, or online learning experiences Disciplinary practicesacademic practices within a particular major or field of study DO NOT CHOOSE all of these. One of the biggest mistakes students make on this essay is listing four different problems in their thesis. Do not do that. Pick one issue and state your argument. You do not need to list all of your main points either in the thesis. You should provide relevant and sufficient information and data to support your assessment. Be sure to fully consider the scope of the problem by analyzing it thoroughly and evaluating it carefully. You are not responsible for providing a solution, just showing that something is a problem. If there is opposition to your points, you must include them and offer rebuttals. Your paper should include all of the following: You should have an introduction that moves from general information to more specific information ending with the most specific information: a clear argumentative thesis that makes a case for the problems you are going to show in your paper. The body should be comprised of several 8/11-point paragraphs. You should have four body paragraphs NOT three. End the paper with a conclusion that gives your final thought and does not just merely restate your thesis and main points. Your essay should be at least 1250 words. Follow MLA guidelines. Incorporate three (no more and no less) credible sources. (see the Finding a Topic and Sources for the Argument and Persuasive/Proposal essays (Essays 2&4) in the Writing Tips and Essentials module) Have a properly formatted Works Cited page. Use The Little Seagull Handbook’s MLA section to help you. Use the paper pre-submission checklist BEFORE submitting the essay. ENG 101 Updated Paper Pre-Submission Checklist.docx

Youve now read Chapters 5-8 from the Kaiser & Rasminsky (2017), watched the assigned video, and explored additional articles. The authors emphasize the importance of prevention of challenging behaviors through the building of positive, trusting, consistent relationships. Based on what you’ve learned, please choose one of the following assignments to complete for this module: Option 1: Classroom Strategies Showcase The environment you create and the relationships you build will all help determine child outcomes in the program. Using what you have learned from Chapters 5, 7, and 8 in the Kaiser, et al., (2017) text, demonstrate how you have used or would use relationship-based prevention strategies in the children’s environment to promote pro-social behaviors. You will create labeled slides (PowerPoint or similar) depicting portions of the program environment that best illustrate your practices and strategies. Then you will write a 23-page APA reflective essay considering the following: What strategy did you choose when setting up the environment and why? Describe how these strategies are used in your program. Evaluate the effectiveness of each of the strategies you chose. Why do you think they were effective in promoting pro-social behaviors? What, if any, were not effective and why? Based on your learning in this module, what changes or additions would you make to these strategies? The following are a list of examples you might consider or use your own ideas: Personal and group spaces for children: – How do children know what is expected in those spaces? How can they identify which are group or personal spaces? (p. 152 in the text) Child Display: What dedicated space do you use for displaying children’s artwork and family photos? How does this help build self-identity, relationships, and pro-social behaviors? (p. 153 in the text) How does your environment support child-led play? What relationship-based strategies have you used to help children to know you support their paly? (p. 160-163 in the text) Option 2: Reflective Essay on Culturally Responsive Classrooms Children learn best when they are in an environment that reflects, supports, and celebrates who they are and where they come from. We may do a great job in representing multiple cultures or race, but are we also representing non-traditional gender roles or age in a positive, affirming way? Using Chapter 6 in your Kaiser, et al., (2017) text and the following article, write a reflective essay using the three guiding questions from the reading: Creating a Culturally Responsive Early Childhood Classroom (Todd, R., 2021, Edutopia). Who are the children in your program? Who do your children see in your program? (How are the reflected in the environment?) How can you move further towards culturally responsive teaching in your program? Your paper should be 3-4 pages in length, use APA style to cite your sources and consider the following when responding to the above questions. Describe how you learn about the children and families in your program? Are your strategies effective or are there other ways you would like to try? Examine and analyze your environment for ways that the children are represented. Are there any children that are underrepresented? Does your environment include positive examples of non-traditional gender roles, race, age, ability, and culture? Create a plan for how you would change or modify your culturally responsive teaching practices. Are there activities you would add? Materials you would change or add? Reflect on your overall culturally responsive teaching practices and how it impacts the children you care for in your program.

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Create a powerpoint summarizinover pages 98-110

Scott, S. (2017). Fierce conversations: Achieving success at work & in life, one conversation at

a time. New York: Berkley. ISBN: 978-0-425-19337-2

After listening to the Lecture-PowerPoint and watching the two videos below, please respond to the following question:

Do you believe African American Vernacular English (AAVE), formerly known as Ebonics, should be recognized as a legitimate language and a valuable resource for shaping educational practices and curriculum development? Please provide information to support your position.

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Effective teachers analyze professional teaching standards and utilize these standards to inform their professional responsibilities and to design appropriate curricula. As secondary educators, you will be responsible for knowing the standards for all educators and those in your specific content area.

Part I: Researching Professional Standards

To prepare you for a career in teaching, and to support you in completing the assignments for this topic, review the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards, as well as any specialized professional association (SPA) standards (e.g., Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)) associated with your state or content area.

Here is a list of SPAs:

• American Council on the Teaching of a Foreign Language (ACTFL)
• National Policy Board for Educational Administration (NPBEA)
• National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
• National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS)
• National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)
• National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
• National Association of Music Educators (NAME)
• Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Note: This is not an exclusive list and there are many SPA standard sets that could apply to your state or content.

Part II: Professional Standards Presentation

You have been chosen to give a presentation to your department or content area teaching team. To help your department/team become more familiar with the professional standards for teaching, as well as specialized standards for content areas (e.g., special education, English, math, science), create a 12-15 slide digital presentation including the following information:

• Define the InTASC standards. What are they and who do they relate to?
• Define the specialized professional association (SPA) standards. What are they and who do they relate to?
• Discuss the difference between the InTASC and SPA standards.
• Describe how each set of standards addresses professional collaboration and data-driven instructional planning.
• Explain additional themes that are represented in each standard set and how they relate to the knowledge, skills, and values of effective teachers.
• According to the expectations of the profession, as expressed within the InTASC standards, describe how teachers are expected to assume the responsibilities of improving practice and advancing the profession.

Cite both the InTASC and SPA standards and support your presentation with at least 2-4 additional scholarly sources.

The title slide and reference slide are included in the slide count. Include speaker notes below each content-related slide that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the information included on the slide, and do not simply restate it. Ensure the speaker notes include a minimum of 50-100 words per slide.

While APA Style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite Technical Support Articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to guide students in developing a comprehensive proposal and plan for their capstone project. Building on the Capstone Project Paragraph, students will articulate the projects details, justify its significance, and outline a clear plan for its implementation. By completing this assignment, students will demonstrate their ability to think critically and strategically, refine their research focus, and ensure the project aligns with academic and professional standards.

Instructions

PART 1: PROBLEM STATEMENT

• Continue to research and refine your capstone topic and research question that you developed in class today.
• Expand and elaborate on the details of your project, justifying the need with evidence from sources.
• Explain why your project is important and relevant to the field of early childhood education. Provide more detail to support it.
• Use current, credible, and relevant sources to support your justification.

PART 2: RESEARCH QUESTION

• Develop a clear, concise question that your project seeks to answer.
• Ensure your question is specific, focused, and researchable within the scope of your capstone project.

PART 3: METHODS

• Describe how you plan to conduct your project. Be specific (who, when, where, how many, how long). Include details about the participants, tools, strategies, or resources you will use.
• Explain how your methods align with your research question and project goals.

PART 4: CONSIDERATIONS

• Describe the things you will need to consider to ensure successful implementation and completion of your capstone project.
• Describe any preparations you must make in advance to ensure successful implementation of your project.

PART 5: OUTCOMES AND OUTPUTS

• Describe what you hope will improve as a result of your project.
• Describe the deliverables you will produce as a result of your capstone project.

Follow form

PART 1: PROBLEM STATEMENT (at least 5 full paragraphs)

PART 2: RESEARCH QUESTION (at least 1 full paragraph)

PART 3: METHODS (at least 4 full paragraphs)

PART 4: CONSIDERATIONS (at least 3 full paragraphs)

PART 5: OUTCOMES AND OUTPUTS (at least 3 full paragraphs)

Utilizing the information found in Create a parent brochure that addresses the how you as the teacher are working to minimize the spread of germs and keep their children safe from hazards in your classroom. Or any other relevant health, safety, or nutrition topic you would like to explore. Be sure the brochure provides accurate information based on what you have learned in the module. Follow these guidelines Step 1: Define the Purpose and Audience Purpose: Decide the primary purpose of the brochure. (Minimizing the spread of germs and keeping children safe from hazards in the classroom). Step 2: Gather Content Collect Information: Gather relevant content and important information parents should know. Organize Content: Categorize the information into sections. Step 3: Design and Layout Choose a Design Software: Select a design tool like Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Adobe InDesign, or any other suitable program for creating the brochure. Select a Layout: Choose a layout for the brochure, such as a tri-fold or bi-fold design. Design Sections: Lay out the sections of the brochure, considering the order and placement of the information. Incorporate Visuals: Insert images, graphics, icons, and colors to enhance the visual appeal and convey the message effectively. Step 4: Write Content Craft Headlines and Titles: Write catchy headlines for each section to grab attention and clearly convey the content. Write Content for Each Section: Develop concise and informative content for each section, ensuring clarity and relevance to the purpose and audience.

Share about this statement As older taxpayers play key roles in the school district and in school elections, what can be done to communicate effectively with Senior Citizen’s to help their relationships with the schools? Objectives access and evaluate the importance of the external communication as it relates to Senior Citizens

Analyze the communication process both one way and two way between schools and external groups

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