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Currents (November 24, 2014), Judie Alessi O'Malley

Currents

No abstract provided.

Redesigning The Secondary–Tertiary Interface: Queensland Review Of Senior Assessment And Tertiary Entrance, Gabrielle Matters, Geoff N. Masters

Prof Geoff Masters AO

A general conclusion of this Review is that senior secondary assessment and tertiary entrance in Queensland are in need of attention. It is more than twenty years since the current OP system was designed, and the broad features of the senior assessment system have been in place even longer. Over the past two decades, assessment and tertiary entrance processes have been the subject of ongoing modifications. Although the current processes have served Queensland well, we believe that they will be less adequate in meeting future needs and that the time has come for a redesign. Any redesign must recognise and …

Student-Centered Transformative Learning In Leadership Education: An Examination Of The Teaching And Learning Process, Paige Haber-Curran, Daniel Tillapaugh

Daniel Tillapaugh

Innovative and learner-centered approaches to teaching and learning are vital for the applied field of leadership education, yet little research exists on such pedagogical approaches within the field. Using a phenomenological approach in analyzing 26 students’ reflective narratives, the authors explore students’ experiences of and process of learning within a student-centered and inquiry-focused leadership capstone course. The process of this transformative learning experience is represented in five themes, which include the following: (1) challenging mental models of learning, (2) building trust, (3) finding freedom and empowerment, (4) deepening commitment to learning, and (5) reframing learning and self. Additionally, the students’ …

Lived Experiences Of Black Males: “I Am Sick And Tired Of Being Sick And Tired.”, Edward Earl Bell

Dr. Edward E. Bell

The words of Fannie Lou Hamer, “I am sick and tired of being sick and tired,” might be the rallying call for some black males across America. Since the killing...

Students’ Volunteer Efforts Harvest Help For The Holidays, Tia Patsavas

News and Events

No abstract provided.

Aligning Goals, Objectives, And Assessments: A Multiliteracies Perspective, Kate Paesani, Heather W. Allen

Heather Willis Allen

No abstract provided.

Midwest Regional Statistics, Cedarville University

Men's Cross Country Statistics

No abstract provided.

Creating A National Society For The Enhancement Of Indonesian Citizenry: Furthering The Liberal Arts In Higher Education, Judith Puncochar

Other Presentations

Three processes come to mind when we think about launching a national society for the enhancement of the Indonesian citizenry by furthering the study of Liberal Arts in higher education. The first is Excitement. People who work with the Liberal Arts experience a shared excitement. Students are genuinely excited to hone critical thinking, decision-making, leadership, and speaking skills engendered through classroom study of the Liberal Arts. Lecturers are genuinely interested in learning how to teach with a student-centered Liberal Arts focus. The second process is Cooperation. Humans in all occupations cooperate and learn interactively and collaboratively together. A …

2014 Ncaa Division Ii Midwest Regional Results, Cedarville University

Women's Cross Country Statistics

No abstract provided.

Cedarville Vs. Mount Vernon Nazarene, Cedarville University

Women's Basketball Programs

No abstract provided.

How Do School Leaders Navigate Ict Educational Reform? Policy Learning Narratives From A Singapore Context, Vicente C. Reyes Jr

Dr. Vicente C Reyes Jr

The purpose of this research inquiry focuses on how school leaders ‘make sense’ of educational reform in their local contexts. In order to do this, an exploratory qualitative case study of two schools that took part in policy reform initiatives directed at ubiquitous use of information communication and technology (ICT) in the Singapore city–state context is undertaken. Using focus group discussions (FGDs), interviews and observations this inquiry investigates and builds emerging explanations to sense-making experiences of actors in the midst of reforms. Using Bruner’s narrative analysis, findings from this inquiry provide a picture of how school leaders cope in periods …

Making Latin Concrete: Strategies For Teaching Latin Through Material Culture, Patrick Beasom, Lynne. Kvapil

Lynne A. Kvapil

We decided to address the issue of incorporating archaeology and material culture into classes devoted to Latin literature last spring, while Patrick was teaching Latin and Lynne was teaching Roman Civilization. Both of us were confronted with the danger of losing the interest of students who once had a burning desire to learn about the ancient world. Our aim is to offer up some suggestions for ways that, through collaboration between specialists in philology, history, and archaeology, we can keep the Classical world dynamic and relevant.

Teaching Archaeological Pragmatism Through Problem-Based Learning, Lynne. Kvapil

Lynne A. Kvapil

This article outlines the application of problem-based learning, or PBL, to a freshman-level course in Aegean prehistory. The project described demonstrates how PBL can be used to tap into college-level students’ natural curiosity about the ancient world while training them to use practical, broadly applicable writing and research skills.

International Computer And Information Literacy Study 2013: Australian Students’ Readiness For Study, Work And Life In The Digital Age, Lisa De Bortoli, Sarah Buckley, Catherine Underwood, Elizabeth O'Grady, Eveline Gebhardt

ICT - Digital Literacy

The International Computer and Information Literacy Study (ICILS) is the first international comparative study that examines students’ acquisition of computer and information literacy (CIL): ‘the ability to use computers to investigate, create and communicate in order to participate effectively at home, at school, in the workplace and in society’ (Fraillon, Schulz, & Ainley, 2013, p. 17). Information and communication technologies (ICT) are an essential part of 21st-century society. As a result, it has become increasingly important for citizens to understand and be able to use ICT in order to effectively participate in life in the digital age. Although students use …

National Grid, Cvs Health And School Of Continuing Studies Celebrate First Professional Development Collaboration, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

Featured News Story

Event on Nov. 20th presented program certificates to the six diverse business owners sponsored by National Grid and CVS Health.

For Elders, Designing For Life And Living, Melissa A. Patricio

Featured News Story

Architecture alumnus Evan Carroll '06 on life-long design for elders.

Tau Sigma Induction Ceremony, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

An Investigation Into The Implementation Of The Instructional Consultation Team Model, Kathleen A. Senita

Master's Theses and Doctoral Dissertations

The reauthorization of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 2004 made Response to Intervention (RtI) an acceptable alternative for identifying students with specific learning disabilities (SLD). The purpose of this study was to examine one particular problem-solving approach, Instructional Consultation (IC) teams within an RtI framework, to determine the knowledge, skills, and beliefs of teachers and administrators about this model and its effect in identifying and supporting students with learning disabilities between two elementary schools in one Michigan school district.

Interviews were done with a typical case sampling of interviewees from within both buildings. Interviewees were both participants …

Thank You Staff And Faculty, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

As we move toward the Holiday season, I want to again express my appreciation for all each of you does to make our campus the special place it is and for consistently demonstrating what makes Western Michigan University an outstanding institution.

Isso Weekly Newsletter, November 21, 2014, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving
-- Thanksgiving Holiday Dining Hours
-- Fall Graduation and Farewell Reception December 11
-- Meal Option during Thanksgiving Break November 26
-- Students Leaving Following Fall Semester
-- Full-Time Enrollment Requirement
-- Local Community School Cultural Exchange Program
-- Native Irish Speaker Wanted
-- UNI On-Campus Break Meal Options
-- International Student Profile Feature
-- Like and Follow Us!
-- ISSO Office Hours
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Teachers Teaching Teachers: A Sustainable And Inexpensive Professional Development Program To Improve Instruction, Carol L. Campbell

Dissertations and Theses

School districts face tremendous budget challenges and, as a result, professional development has been "trimmed" from many school budgets. (Habegger & Hodanbosi, 2011). School administrators responsible for planning professional development face a daunting task and often focus on PowerPoints, district mandated training, one-shot presentations, and workshops that are delivered by expensive experts. These types of activities lack teacher collaboration, time for sharing of ideas and opportunity for reflection and analysis (Torff & Byrnes, 2011, Coggins, Zuckerman & Mckelvey, 2010).

The problem addressed in this study is that teacher professional development is usually planned by school administrators who are provided little …

The Echo: November 21, 2014, Taylor University

2014-2015 (Volume 102)

The Next Step – Turkey trot: breaking out – Top five news events of the week – ‘You’re never too old’ – Palestinians attack Jewish synagogue in Jerusalem – Obama orders sweeping immigration overhaul – Under the Radar – Deciphering the dragon – 15 things you can relate to if you’ve studies abroad – Turkey traditions – Embarrassing moments at Taylor – Burning Questions – Humans of Upland – Echograms #TaylorU -- #TaylorU’s Top Tweets – Turkey and a movie – Speaking in breaths – Weekly Preview – Trojans stun Saints – IWU edges Taylor in Conference Championship – Athlete …

November 21, 2014 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate November 21, 2014 Approved Minutes

Illinois Wesleyan Will Celebrate A Variety Of Traditions With Holiday Events, Danielle Kamp

News and Events

No abstract provided.

Chemistry Graduate Teaching Assistants' Experiences In Academic Laboratories And Development Of A Teaching Self-Image, Todd Adam Gatlin

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) play a prominent role in chemistry laboratory instruction at research based universities. They teach almost all undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses. However, their role in laboratory instruction has often been overlooked in educational research. Interest in chemistry GTAs has been placed on training and their perceived expectations, but less attention has been paid to their experiences or their potential benefits from teaching.

This work was designed to investigate GTAs' experiences in and benefits from laboratory instructional environments. This dissertation includes three related studies on GTAs' experiences teaching in general chemistry laboratories. Qualitative methods were used for each …

Extending The Flipped Classroom Model: Developing Second Language Writing Skills Through Student-Created Digital Videos, Marion Engin

All Works

This paper describes a project that aimed to leverage the students' interest and experience of technology and multimodal environments to develop their academic writing skills and second language learning. Students were expected to follow a model, research a topic, and craft a digital video tutorial on an aspect of academic writing which would form part of the already established flipped classroom model. Feedback from students suggests that there was tension between students as producers, and students as consumers. Student-created videos promoted second language learning through research, simplification, explanation, and encouraged more focus on form, promoting accuracy in English. However, it …

Using Art To Teach Students Science Outdoors: How Creative Science Instruction Influences Observation, Question Formation, And Involvement, Christina Schull Cone

Dissertations and Theses

Elementary education has become increasingly divided into subjects and focused on the demand for high math and reading scores. Consequently, teachers spend less time devoted to science and art instruction. However, teaching art and science is crucial to developing creative and rational thinking, especially for observation and questioning skills. In this study, third grade students attending an urban school in Portland, Oregon received instruction of an art strategy using observational and quantifying drawing techniques. This study examines, "Will an art strategy observing the local environment help students make observations and ask questions?" and "In what ways are student learning and …

Chhs News, College Of Health And Human Sciences, Georgia Southern University

CHHS-College of Health and Human Sciences News (2012-2017)

No abstract provided.

Ouachita's 23rd Annual Festival Of Christmas On Dec. 5-6 To Highlight "Christmas Through The Ages", Chelsea Whelpley, Ouachita News Bureau

Press Releases

Ouachita Baptist University's School of Fine Arts will present its 23rd annual production of A Festival of Christmas on Dec. 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Jones Performing Arts Center. Highlighting the theme of "Christmas Through the Ages," the production will feature Christmas music from the 1930s to present day. Tickets are $12 each and may be purchased at www.obu.edu/boxoffice.

Auxiliary News Online, Georgia Southern University

Auxiliary News Online (2013-2020)

• Gear Up for the Holidays with Tech Corner
• Dining Commons to Host Annual Holiday Dinner