Initial Post: Post an initial response that addresses the following areas: Read Phelps’ (2008) article titled ”Helping teachers become leaders.” In this discussion forum, you will reflect upon your own leadership skills. Choose one of these options (You can respond to both and/or synthesize your thinking around both concepts in order to further advance your thinking): Option A:According to Danielson’s framework (as cited in […]

 Overcoming the Challenges of Implementing a Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum Consider the following: “Evidence is mounting that flexible curriculum models, which incorporate DAP principles into their programs, lead to positive educational outcomes for children” (Kostelnik, Soderman, Whiren, & Rupiper, 2015, p. 29).  While this may be true, implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum does not come without challenges. In this discussion, we will examine some of the […]

Discussion 1     Analyzing a Quantitative Research Report Read Gammon and Morgan-Samuel’s 2005 quantitative research report, “A Study to Ascertain the Effects of Structured Student Tutorial on Student Stress, Self-esteem and Coping.” which is attached below. Describe how this research report would be useful to a professional in higher education. Discussion 2 Relevance of Research in Educational Practice   Share your thoughts on the […]

Creating an environment of learning, engagement, and motivation helps students embrace learning at a deeper level. There are several strategies teachers can implement to engage students and help motivate them to learn. Part 1: Matrix Research five engagement strategies that can be implemented in the secondary classroom to help motivate students and create an engaging learning environment. Complete the “Engagement Strategy Matrix” that includes: Title […]

For this Discussion, you will explain criteria for evaluating the quality of qualitative research and consider the connection of such criteria to philosophical orientations. You will also consider the ethical implications of designing qualitative research. With these thoughts in mind: By Day 4 Post an explanation of two criteria for evaluating the quality of qualitative research designs. Next, explain how these criteria are tied to […]

   CIP: Reference List Chart Assignment Instructions Overview The candidate will select an issue directly related to conflict resolution, write a paper and present a professional PowerPoint presentation appropriate for faculty in-service, parents, students, administrators, at conferences, or related venues that gives an overview of the topic, summary of the key issues surrounding the topic, and a strategic plan utilizing the conflict resolution strategies and […]

Formative and summative assessments are used to check for student   understanding, skill development, and mastery of material. Being able   to identify the characteristics and purpose of each kind of assessment   assists in the ability to choose the proper assessment type at the   most appropriate time. Create a 12-15 slide digital presentation on assessments for a   presentation to your colleagues. The presentation should include: Description of […]

Unit 2 DB: To rewrite or not to rewrite…. Self plagiarism is a very common form of plagiarism in the English classroom, and most universities do not allow self-plagiarism.Before you respond to this prompt, please (1) read the self plagiarism section of the Course Information page and (2) review  What is Plagiarism and Self Plagiarism What is Plagiarism and Self Plagiarism – Alternative Formats that briefly explains […]

Specify the aspects of this course that you believe will be the most useful to you in your present or future professional career or education. Provide at least one specific example to support your response. Recommend key instructional strategies that you might use in order to apply the lesson(s)/concept(s) that you have learned to your present or future educational/training environment. If you have applied the […]

It’s All About the Words Typically, we think of verbal communication as the words that we use to convey messages. The reading for this week helps us see that other things may be communicated through our verbal messages beyond the actual words used. Our choice of words and how they are conveyed can have a tremendous impact on our interactions with others, including clients and […]