The term 21st century skills suggests that there is a new  set of skills that individuals need to possess to be successful as  learners, citizens, and employees in the competitive, global economy.   Compare and contrast what the authors identify as twenty-first century  skills with what you would identify as twenty-first century skills.   Lastly, discuss how these skills fit into the traditional element of  schooling that focuses […]

   Guided Response: Review at least two of your classmates’ posts and relate one of the other theories you have read thus far from Evans et al. (2010) that connects to the significance offered in your peers’ discussions. Offer your thoughts as supported by the theory you have selected.   Evans, N. J., Forney, D. S., Guido, F. M., Patton, L. D., & Renn, K. A. […]

   Collaboration and professionalism go hand-in-hand.  There are five areas of focus that make up the Collaboration Commitment for many No Excuses University Schools.  Additionally, because candor does not come naturally to most, it needs to be taught and practiced through “candid collaboration.”   “Candor gets more people in the conversation, and when you get more people in the conversation you get idea- rich.” – […]

  Write a 750-1,000-word essay analyzing changes in education.  Consider the following: Compare and contrast the three most significant positive and negative changes in education. Discuss the changes/reforms you think still need to be made and defend your choices.  How these changes will affect ethical dispositions of educators. Using the GCU Library, locate scholarly articles on changes and/or reforms in education from the last 100 […]

DISCUSSION 1   Initial Discussion responses should be a minimum of 200 words    Protein is one of the most misunderstood nutrients. What do you think is the most important function of protein? Were you surprised by any of the protein functions or by how little protein most people need in a day? Is it ethical for a nutritionist to promote or advocate for a high […]

Health Policy Agenda For this assignment, you will prepare the analysis and research to support placing the health care issue you selected in Unit 2 on the health policy agenda. Be sure to utilize the readings in this unit to learn how health policies get on the agenda, and what kind of information is needed to influence policy change. Think about the important players and […]

  Environment Evaluation.  The child care facility environment will influence child–child, child–adult, and child–material interactions. Every aspect of the facility’s design deserves attention. The building, playgrounds, and learning materials and equipment that teachers and caregivers use in their work with children must, above all, be safe and in good repair. When selecting furnishings, materials, and equipment, care should be taken to make the environment convenient, […]

  Leadership Journal: Leadership Competencies To prepare for this journal read Howard Gardner’s Five Minds for the Future (Links to an external site.). You will specifically reflect on each competency within the source: A disciplined mind A synthesizing mind A creative mind A respectful mind An ethical mind Throughout your program you have discussed, and will continue to discuss, the importance of becoming a 21st-century educator. […]

  Write a paper of 1,500–1,750 words that addresses current best practices in  education.  This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.  In your paper, include the following: A research-supported discussion of current best practices in education. In your discussion, propose reasons why research-supported best practices are […]

 Part 1 Due by Thursday – Book used: A survey of New Testement by Gundry Instructions: Your reading of the history of the Jewish people during the time between the Testaments reveals that the Jews were politically dominated by various empires and foreign powers. This situation intensified longings for national liberation. In your initial post discuss the following two matters: How did this situation affect […]