Practice-based professional learning

responsive teaching practice. The learning theories of behaviourism, social constructivism and humanism will be considered and each theory’s influence on practice will be examined. Strengths and weakness bound in the practice of each approach will be reflected on and the inclusion of the Treaty of Waitangi [ToW] principles will be considered as a guide for effective teaching practice. I see my teaching philosophy as a continuous learning journey that shapes effective practice rather than a…

definition of leadership is arbitrary and very subjective”, while Bush and Glover (2003) state “Leadership is a process of influence leading to the achievement of desired purposes. Successful leaders develop a vision for their schools based on their personal and professional values. They articulate this vision at every opportunity and influence their staff and other stakeholders to share the vision. The…

To what extent are Christian educators using evidence-based teaching practices. The limited research I've completed indicates that special education teachers in the US are not always using evidence-based practices (Cook & Cook, 2013). I want to address this question from a Christian perspective and write about it in a Christian education journal. Our textbook suggested that educators have a moral imperative to use evidence-based learning (Gall, Gall,& Borg, 2015). I feel that Christian…

used in the professional curriculum project for a professional development. It will focus the issue of retention (student success) and strategies that the cosmetology department can implement and design as a retention (student success) program for returning adult learners. Helping to ensure that their needs are being met, helping to increase program completion, and ensuring returning adult learners will have a successful learning experience that can be transferable to other learning environments…

Theatre and the Improvisation were also a part my book list. But practice is the sole criterion for testing truth. To grasp a better understanding and polish my teaching skills, a large proportion of my vacation was spent on teaching practice. In the past three years, I have transformed myself from a fresh teacher of performance into a qualified drama teacher of primary and junior high school students. It was during these practices that I discovered the meaning of my existence: I could felt my…

Rosa’s Centre is an organization that offer day programs to adult from the age of 21 and above, such as learning how to read and write, how to socialize, how to use computers, encouragements in terms of personal hygiene, how to communicate with people and amongst their peers, and encouraging to exercise for healthy growth. This organization serves residents of peel region that is challenged by physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities in order for them to achieve their independence,…

receives this rating is because it “has a standards-based K-12 programs for all students in the content areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. In STEM 1.0, the disciplines may be separate” (Bybee, 2013, p. 82). However, I lowered the rating to a 0.75, because there is no apparent engineering component or said technology program. Additionally, students continue to struggle to acquire necessary skills as seen on standard-based testing which leads one to believe…

4. Results of the Study Introduction This chapter presents the results from the survey created to examine the areas of growth of OT within the school-based setting. The results included in this chapter look at the question “What are the biggest challenges facing occupational therapy in the school system?” We will also look at the following survey questions: “Which skills are underutilized in the school system by OT? Do you feel the role of occupational therapy is understood by your co-workers…

the best policy and practice and able to work with the school health team, parents and collaborate with local community to improve oral…

Every mistake made is a new opportunity to learn. Learning from our mistakes is a part of our professional growth. Nurses may show their leadership by becoming part of committees and advisory boards, because volunteering is an additional way to show their leadership skills. In the case of Mr. B, knowing the causes of the errors will help a nurse a leadership role to implement the required interventions to prevent this mistake from happening again. Leadership comes with knowledge and experience.…