Higher Learning

Learning is defined in the oxford dictionary as the attainment of knowledge or skills through study, experience, or being taught. It is universally acknowledged that learning is a process that can develop an individual’s knowledge and behaviour; however this process can be changed depending on their ability and facilities surrounding their environment. In this assignment I will be mentioning two learning methods, one that I benefited from and one that I did not with my previous experiences.…

experience of mathematics and for professors to share their enjoyment of mathematics while learning more about K-12 education. One way they claim to be bridging the gap is by encouraging teachers as mathematicians, and by connecting mathematics professors with K-12 education (See the Math Teachers’ Circle web site http://www.mathteacherscircle.org/ ) On the other hand,…

most efficient way of measuring the competence, intelligence, and the intellect of students by being both unbiased and comprehensive. “Student performance is a crucial element of a metaphorical three-legged stool that also includes standards and learning. When one leg is weak or missing, educational programs may be faulty, but if all three are strong, the program can be strong. Standardized tests are used to measure the student performance leg of this stool.” – Herbert J. Walberg. The use of…

seventy five percent higher retention rating than normal schools. This fact shows how correct Mr.Stamos is.…

In my few years learning intense reading and writing, I feel that this English 101 course will help me expand my skills. I hope to gain some good attributes for my writing and reading abilities. A few attributes I hope to learn are: composing more professional documents, writing a paper that will convey my whole idea, and how to purposely use imagining purposes to my full advantage to gain better attention from my audience as Sarah R. Stein mentions page five in the DK Handbook (2013). By…

4.4. Approaches to Teaching Critical Thinking in EFL classroom A lot was said about the importance of critical thinking teaching in EFL learning. Nevertheless, more important question is how to implement critical thinking in English language learning for the effective and meaningful outcome? What approach would make it possible to teach EFL with the help of critical thinking? A great number of studies has tried to figure out which approach is more appropriate and more effective. Among these…

Students will do their reading or watch a short video lectures before the class sessions. Hence, during lessons in classroom, more time will be spent on discussions and hands on. The notion of a flipped classroom draws on such concepts as active learning and student engagement. The value of a flipped class is in the repurposing of class time into a workshop where students can inquire about lecture content, test their skills in applying knowledge, and interact with one another in hands-on…

opportunities in the New York metro area, but around the world. Since childhood, I have been fascinated with the wonders of the natural world. This fascination manifested in to an adoration and appreciation for life sciences. I engrossed myself in learning as much as I could about the natural phenomena that occur as a result of chemical, physical and biological…

TITLE: Transfer of Learning of a Pattern Drawing Task in Typically Developing Children ABSTRACT Aims The purpose of this study was to explore whether typically developing children learn a motor skill better if the skill is first learned by the proximal motor apparatus and then transferred to the distal motor apparatus. Methods Thirty-one typically developing children were randomly assigned to either proximal or distal muscle group. The children in the proximal muscle group learned to draw a…

My Reaction: The CCC Self-Assessment was eye-opening in a sense that it made me learn more about myself and what it means to be culturally competent. I first reflected on my awareness and ability to recognize cultural differences but realized I have a long way to go in continuing to educate myself about cultural competent practices. My Analysis: The reading “Cultural & Linguistic Competence in Health Promotion Training: Cultural Competence Continuum” states, “Cultural competence is a…