In this lesson we reviewed the 2008 ISTE Standards for Teachers. Standard 3 suggests, “Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society”. We are expected to model the use of technology in the classroom. Create a free video using the Animoto software (animoto.com). The software is rather user friendly, but if you are having […]

   PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW. EVERYTHING ON 1 MUST BE COMPLETED.  Environment on creating supportive environments, “Including Children with Special Needs: Are You and Your Early Childhood Program Ready? (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.”  Often in early childhood programs, the environment is seen as the third teacher as it guides and invites children to interact in various ways.  As you reflect […]

   PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW. EVERYTHING ON 1-5 MUST BE COMPLETED.  I HAVE ATTACHED THE CHAPTER FROM THE BOOK TO BE USED TO HELP COMPLETE THIS ASSIGNMENT SO PLEASE USE.  Response to Intervention Mary Quest, an early childhood teacher of 15 years, has shared two narratives of her experiences with response to intervention (RTI).  ,  1. Describe what you see as both the strengths and […]

Throughout this course, you have been writing essays and  participating in discussion forums that analyze various elements of film  such as theme, cinematic techniques, and genre. It is now time to  combine those elements into a comprehensive analysis of one movie. You will be completing this assignment in two stages. For the first  stage (1500 to 1800 words), you will analyze an entire movie. In […]

Please respond to the following discussion questions you can ask technical questions or respond generally to the overall experience. Be objective, clear, and concise. Always use constructive language, even in criticism, to work toward the goal of positive progress.   Discussion #1 Values and Ethics in a Diverse Environment Workforce diversity has become a common term in the modern organization leadership and management processes as […]

As the diversity of our nation increases, so will the diversity in our classrooms. One way that teachers can help to ensure their students understand the different cultures around them is through litera. Section 2.4 our textbook lists the following guidelines for evaluting diversity in childrens books:  Accurate representation of cultural specificss Avoidance of stereotypes  Achieverment  Author/ illustrator  Copyright date Sensibility Language Using the guidelines […]

In Chapter 7 of your course text, the authors lay out a series of guidelines and suggested procedures for directors to follow as they recruit, interview, and hire candidates for positions in their child development centers. In this Discussion, you will consider this information in addition to your own prior knowledge in determining “best practices” for child development center staffing. Reflect on the following: Based […]

  Art History: Instructions for the Critical Paper ARTH 102 Dr. Gregory Choose any artwork from the period under study (ca. 1400 – 1850) from any fine arts collection (Philadelphia Museum is, of course, the most accessible). I want you to analyze the chosen work to determine what meaning(s) it may have had for its original audience. You should proceed in the same manner as […]

  Activites that Teach Social and Emotional Competence Title: Activities that Teach Social and Emotional Competence Introduction: This activity will give students the opportunity to research various activities that teach social emotional learning skills. This Assignment fulfills: Module Outcome Two: You will have described strategies for supporting children’s social emotional learning    Course Outcome One : You will have demonstrated direct/indirect strategies to encourage social skills while recognizing the […]

  Explore the websites in the assigned readings for the week. In addition, using the GCU Library databases, find credible, peer-reviewed articles that focus on laws and educating children with disabilities. Create a digital presentation of at least 10-15 slides that includes the following: A definition of the meaning of adequate progress as it relates to students receiving special education services. Court cases that have […]