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    My Teaching Style Analysis

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    probably the single most important thing that stood out for me in my experiences working with students, however i do find that most teaching styles are definitely more successful when the teacher uses illustrations, examples, and hands on based education. For example, sixth grade was perhaps the most memorable school year of all my educational years, because, although I may…

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    Extension Agent Essay

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    Outcomes: The 4-H Extension Agent directly taught 1,635 youth and 85 Educators during 22 separate STEM events: • 634 K-5th grade children received quality 4-H science program through 4-H Outdoor Classroom Days and through partnership with elementary schools’ outdoor classrooms. • 200 youth participated in 4-H science activity at the Clay Center for the Arts and Science Engineering Day. • 132 second, fifth and sixth grade students received in-school STEM training. • 143 participated in STEM…

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    Texas and Zacapa, Guatemala are two different and in some ways similar places to live in based on economy, education and foods. To explain, when talking about Houston, Texas there are various amounts of subjects that one can discuss such as their economy. Houston resides in one of the greatest countries in the world and is very diverse with many exciting opportunities. For the most part,…

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    that takes place outdoors (forest, park, meadow, and woodlands). The model originated in Sweden and Denmark in the late 1950s and Canada opened up their first forest school in 2008. The Forest Schools’ philosophy is to “Inspire. Aspire. Transform.” (Forest Schools Education). They have an outdoor educational approach on alternating days, allowing the children to explore the different forests or parks near the centre. Some schools give children an opportunity to explore the outdoors for the full…

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    The role of education in society is one of the biggest foundations in America. The system is designed with the idea that through education everyone has a fair chance to improve their lives. The United States has a huge divide between people of different socioeconomic levels in our country. A lot of this deals with parents being absent. In West Virginia studies have shown that usually at-risk youth lives in an environment with someone during childhood who abuses drugs or alcohol. Abuse can have…

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    What does it mean to you to be environmentally literate? To become environmentally literate a person must “Climb the Environmental Literacy Ladder” (What is Environmental Literacy, 2007). First s/he must be connected to nature; not just knowing about it, but also putting themselves in nature and being aware that they are a part of it. Once that connection is made one becomes more aware of all the aspects that are interconnected throughout the environment locally and globally. The more time…

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    Free Play In Pre School

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    curriculum should incorporate a balance of structured activities and opportunities for free play. This also includes outdoor free play. Psychical activity outside the classroom is also highly important for children. Being surrounded by nature and fresh air contributes positively towards children. Having a session of free play outside the classroom helps children explore the outdoor world around them. (Coplan et al, p.24) Giving the children to opportunity to run, walk, jump is very important in…

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    connect with nature. I strongly believe that outdoor learning is an excellent method for reaching that connection and that children can learn about the respect of the environment while having fun. On that account I really appreciate and share the core values of the Oasis Children's Venture. Through my position as Freelance Environment Education Session Worker within ecoACTIVE, I gained significant experience in organizing and delivering environmental education sessions and workshops with…

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    cost estimator, an operations research analyst, and a conservation officer. Two of these careers involve quantitative thinking and mathematical skills, while the third career involves enforcing laws and regulations and working outdoors. Due to my interest in working outdoors I have chosen conservation officer as the best career opportunity for me. The first job I researched is a cost estimator. I researched this job because it involves mathematical skills on a daily basis. I enjoy working with…

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    the fact that making small changes to the music education program in schools can have a huge impact. I believe that it is risky to step up as music teachers and most of the time music teachers rarely get opportunities to step in or lead the program since music is not part of the “academic” subject and it is perceived as less valuable than other subjects. However, Kratus points out that music education that there were many times where music education is declining rapidly due to funds and various…

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