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Negative Numbers: Bridging Contexts And Symbols, Laura Bofferding, Nicole Enzinger, Aurora Gallardo, Graciela Salinas, Irit Peled
Negative Numbers: Bridging Contexts And Symbols, Laura Bofferding, Nicole Enzinger, Aurora Gallardo, Graciela Salinas, Irit Peled
Faculty Publications - College of Education
At the latest PME-NA (35), a working group met on the topic of negative numbers. Groups presented on their research within one or more categories related to negative integers: role of contexts, models, historical development, algebra, student understanding, and teacher knowledge (Lamb et al., 2013). We began a productive discussion on issues related to each of these categories and would like to broaden the discussion with the inclusion of members from the international community. Further we aim to develop research collaborations around mutual areas of interest.
An Exploration Of Reflective Thought Based On Reaction, Relevance, And Responsibility Using The Tools Of Drama, Collage, And Personal Narrative With Preservice Teachers, Carol Jo Brazo
Faculty Publications - College of Education
This study examined the usefulness of focused reflection in helping preservice teachers develop their vision for professional practice. Sixteen students progressed through learning events during the first ha(f of their Master of Arts in Teaching program utilizing four central categories of professional identity, reaction (emotional responses), relevance (cognitive responses), and responsibility (psychomotor responses). Students utilized the tools of drama, collage, and personal narrative. Written reflections followed each learning event. Respondents were encouraged to tie learning events to theory and to deconstruct their experiences. Reflections were structured usingprofessionalzdentz(y, reaction, relevance, and responsibiliry. Evidence from the study revealed that professional identity evolved …
Faculty Development In Higher Education - A Literature Review, Patrick Allen
Faculty Development In Higher Education - A Literature Review, Patrick Allen
Faculty Publications - College of Education
Faculty development is a familiar term to even a fledgling academician. There is a faculty development program, committee, center, reading room, budget, or instructional developer on almost every campus.
Capital Infusion And Withdrawl Program Performance At Varying Levels, Patrick Allen
Capital Infusion And Withdrawl Program Performance At Varying Levels, Patrick Allen
Faculty Publications - College of Education
Colleges and universities never have enough money. The standard faculty bromide is, "If I had more time and money, then I would be more active in faculty development activities."