There are various reading instructional strategies used to engage students’ language development and reading comprehension. It is important to understand various reading instructional strategies in order to create a supportive learning environment that meets the needs of all students. Part 1: Reading Lesson Plan Use the “COE Lesson Plan Template” and “Class Profile” to complete this assignment. Select a grade level and a state standard […]

 Understanding Child Development Children will vary in developmental needs and abilities. Read the following scenario: Sheila was thrilled to learn that she was pregnant again. She had recently celebrated the second birthday of her daughter, Arabella. Sheila reveled in how easy the first years of life had been for Arabella. Arabella had an uneventful birth with equal ease in sleeping, eating, and interaction patterns. Everyone […]

 Let’s bring some voices of the oppressed into our curriculum in this discussion.First, read the chapter.Read the poem by Langston Hughes. The Weary Blues.jpg.pdf The Weary Blues.jpg.pdf – Alternative FormatsListen the song called, Winter in America by Brian Jackson and Gil Scot-Heron.   https://youtu.be/m2zKdIcOV5sRead the poem by Gail Tremblay, Indian Singing in 20th Century America.  Singing Indian  Read Talking Back to Columbus  – Teaching for Justice and Hope by […]

  1.  Discuss which model (among the 4 models in the links below) you think is evident in a proper and modern classroom/school context and provide examples (classroom, children, staff, textbooks). Which model do you think can be applied in a school context and why?  a. Medical Model: http://ddsg.org.uk/taxi/medical-model.html  b. Social Model: http://ddsg.org.uk/taxi/social-model.html  ——  http://ukdhm.org/what-is-ukdhm/the-social-model/ c. Charity Model: http://www.disabilityartsonline.org.uk/crippen-cartoon-blog?item=499 d. Human Rights Model:  Recognizes the […]

Your assignment is to interview the person representing a different culture (in person, via phone/ Internet/Skype) The use of cross-cultural interviews is a good way to bring the world full of extraordinary people into our classroom. Interviewing people could become your future educational research tool. You might want to interview people formally and informally to get the insider knowledge of the new field/issue/dilemma. The unique value of interviews stem from the connecting with the real world in a meaningful and enjoyable way.  write fake interview questions and answer them […]

I need a proposal paper in regards to any topic in special education. It has to contain: Why is this topic important? What’s happening in regards to this topic/ effects? Pros and Cons? What strategies would you suggest to improve this situation.  This cannot be plagiarized.  10 sources are needed. 8 of the 10 sources can be from articles,  newspaper etc but must be legitimate […]

N  Professional Development Resources This week you will add to your list of resources that you began last week for supporting teachers and staff in a variety of content areas. You will only focus on one core standard this week which is composed of several elements. Read NAEYC Standards for Early Childhood Professional Preparation Programs (Links to an external site.), focusing on Standard 5: Using Content […]

   Ashford University Career Services Exploration Part 2 Prepare Reflect & Explore Choose one company, district, or organization that you are interested in working for. Review their website and explore their values and mission. Review any current openings. Explore the site to get a sense of their work environment which may/may not match your preferences. Take notes on those that interest you most in the Roadmap […]

ASSIGNMENT 1:  Policy Proposal and the Communication Process (25 points):  Students are given the task to create a new policy or revise an existing policy for your educational institution or any organization.  Students will examine the procedures to establish a proposal or recommendation for this new or revised policy and submit a proposal or resolution to be considered for this policy change. You are to […]

  To prepare for this discussion: Choose a standard (or more than one) within your own field of study that is of interest to you.                                         Standard #10: Leadership and Collaboration  In your initial post: Identify your chosen standard(s) Explain why this Professional Standard is interesting to you Research and find a conference in your field of study that you would want to attend. Research and […]