Higher Learning

an important part of life. Not only is it imperative to know how it affects us, but also how we can use it to better us, instead of bringing us down. A study done (Madsen, P. M., & Desai, V., 2010) to see if organizational performance is driven by learning from success found that failure is usually more beneficial for people in the long run. Instead of feeling like a failure or setback, individuals can gain motivation from the failure in order to succeed next time, and through the process gain…

overworked. It is important to know why homework can hinder students education so parents and students have an opinion on homework. Homework hinders student’s education because they are overworked, overstressed and it does not guarantee that students learning gains will be higher.Homework hinders students education because they are overworked. “Many homework assignments assume that students have access to technology outside of school, which isn’t always the case”(Hardie-Williams).…

and my ESFJ profile seem remarkably accurate and directly reflected my personal development plan. The professional development plan also considers learning style. According to the test from VARK, I am a highly Aural Learne who ‘learns by listening’. I surprised and agree with the outcome which suggested me to use different methods to improve my learning style. Strategies to have much more balanced in a study like discussing, talking, questioning and recalling for Aural Learner. In fact, using…

and English is the goal of developing proficiency in both languages. They will spend half a day with their native language and the other half of the day in English. This helps grow and create a positive impact on all students’ development. There is higher ELA and narrowing of the achievement gap for school with the dual language programs. Some people believe they are taking too much time out of the day with these programs, but they are truly helping all students. Immigrants are voluntarily…

The most common being dyslexia. By teaching cursive writing skills, students with these learning disabilities, including dyslexia, can easily decipher different letters, essentially helping them in the future. The Declaration of Independence and other archival documents are written in cursive. No tablet or computer can replace the unique signature…

should be. Having to change the grading system would have a major impact to students. For example, I personally have difficulty in math and biology, I would rather take other classes than those. This year my grades are decent, I would want them to be higher. Getting homework has helped me out, it teaches me to solve each problem the proper way. Taking quizzes and tests help me out also, it makes me take my time on every single problem. My grades have improved by the traditional grading system.…

"Student Perceptions Of Independent Versus Facilitated Small Group Learning Approaches To Compressed Medical Anatomy Education" “This study revealed critical insights into small group learning in compressed anatomy education, including the need to balance student active learning opportunities with appropriate direction and feedback”. “Advantages of the EIL (emphasized independent learning) include gains in perceived collaboration and communication skills, whereas disadvantages included lack of…

The most effective learning is to aim at a higher level of a child’s ZPD. Therefore, teachers are recommended to provide activities, which are beyond what children can do on their own and what they can do with assistance. In this way, both teaching and learning proceed ahead of children’s status all the time. For example, when a child learns to talk, his or her parents do not only provide the actual speech this child has. Parents provide language stimulation at a slightly higher level of the…

Munden &Myhre (2015) wrote a list of twelve principles for language learning, and I found it interesting. I have read the list before, but after I reflected about the learning spiral, how to “learn English through English” and “learning combines repetition and progression over a period of time” (p.38), it became more understandable for me. One of my main goal this year was that I should teach English…

play an important role in the learning process. The higher the expectations and support for learning are the higher the results will be. If teachers provide a positive leaning environment, it will motivate the students to do their best. Teachers convince the students that having these high goals are possible. Incorporating different aspects into the curriculum is critical (Kauchak & Eggen, 2008). Multiculturalism brings about the discussion of different…