Learning and cramming are two words which definitely need no introduction. But‚ for the sake of this session‚ I’ll take up the task of explicating these terms. Someone has very rightly quoted; learning is like rowing upstream‚ it steers us through all difficulties‚ but cramming leaves us nowhere. Learning means to commit to memory any given text. This process of memorizing surely pays rich dividends to students. Cramming is the practice of working intensively to absorb large amounts of informational
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Kolb‚ the Learning Cycle and the function of assessment in learning and development. David A. Kolb‚ (born 1939)‚ is an educational theorist whose interests and publications focus on experiential learning‚ the individual and social change‚ career development‚ and executive and professional education. David developed what is commonly known as ‘The Kolb Circle’‚ predominantly for use within the adult learning environment although it can also be‚ and often is‚ applied to uses within higher education
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Learning that there are many aspects to consider in a child’s development has brought to my attention possible influences that will impact on their maturation and personal growth. McDevitt‚ Ormrod‚ Cupit‚ Chandler & Aloa‚ (2013‚ p. 62) discuss the three cradles of child development: family‚ culture‚ and community as well as the influence these cradles have on a young person’s development. Knowing a students background and upbringing will enable me to create a nurturing classroom environment. Children
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Many schools encourage students to become involved in service-learning projects. These are projects designed to help the community while students gain experience solving real-world problems. Projects may involve activities such as organizing litter pick up‚ tutoring younger children‚ or conducting a health fair. At our school‚ there is an organization called Keystone where people can do all of these activities for fun and it helps one with picking a better college. Things people should do is help
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education of children has potential impact on their learning outcomes therefore it is important to have knowledge of the purposes and principles of the early years framework in the UK. The United Kingdom is made up of four nations which all have a slightly different approach to the planning and delivery of the early years education‚ as all four nations are in the early stages of working within their frameworks. England since 2008 has introduced a statutory curriculum for all children aged 0-5 years
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[pic]Theories of Child Development and Learning [pic] Several theories of child development and learning have influenced discussions of school readiness. Three have had profound impact on kindergarten readiness practices. These three theories include the maturationist‚ environmentalist‚ and constructivist perspectives of development (Powell‚ 1991). Maturationist Theory The maturationist theory was advanced by the work of Arnold Gessell. Maturationists believe that development is a biological process
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significant change being the way I appreciate learning. In other words‚ DSHA has allowed me to gain academic knowledge as well as prepare me with qualities and skills vital to succeed in the real‚ adult world. First and foremost‚ DSHA has allowed me to grow intellectually. Through taking specific courses‚ especially the science courses‚ I have discovered genuine interests that I initially never expected to have. Similarly‚ I came to appreciate learning and the need of it in order to further myself and pursue
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Planning and Enabling learning unit 2 Précis I used the internet to research all areas of planning and enabling learning in unit 2‚ as I felt it offered depth and detail‚ as well as convenience. However‚ I also referred to Planning and Enabling Learning in LLLS by Ann Gravells & Susan Simpson‚ as well as Geoff Petty Teaching Today - A Practical Guide. As a result of my research I am now able to recognise and define the process Initial Assessment and the connection it bears with negotiating
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underpinning development and preparation of resources for learning and development Developing resources to meet learning and development needs Contents Chapter Page No. Explain principles underpinning resource selection for learning and development 3 Analyse factors that are important when developing and preparing resources that conform to national legislation and organisational policies 4 Evaluate the contribution of technology to the development of learning and development
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there are 6 areas of learning and development‚ these are: Communication and language development involves giving children a language-enabling environment to give them confidence and skills in expressing themselves and to communicate and listen in various situations. Physical development includes providing opportunities for young children to be physically active and interactive‚ also to develop their co-ordination‚ control and movement. Children must also be taught the importance of physical activity
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