1 LEARNING AND TEACHING THE "WHAT AND "HOW" DEVELOPING SKILLFUL THINKERS Adapted from the book Developing Minds; A Resource Book For Teaching Thinking‚ Arthur L. Costa It is often stated that schools over emphasize the logical/mathematical and verbal /linguistic intelligences. And it is often observed and discovered in the Pisa test; students are really working at low level skills. If we use Bloom ’s taxonomy as a guide we could say that students are involved in the knowledge and comprehension
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A TEACHING AND LEARNING SOFTBOARD APPLICATION Andresile Peter and Benedict Oyo Department of Computer Science Gulu University peterandresile@gmail.com and benoyo@gmail.com Abstract: A soft-board application allows users to write‚ draw‚ and manipulate graphics just like they would do with physical aids such as chalk/white boards or pen and paper. These applications have over the years advanced from basic shapes and colouring to merged shapes‚ rotating shapes‚ patterns‚ and web themes. At the same
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as The Psychology of Learning and the Art of Teaching What has recent psychological research taught us about learning and how can we best apply these findings to improve teaching and enhance student learning? Research in neuroscience‚ cognitive psychology‚ and neurobiology and behavior identified several key factors validated by empirical research. Engagement What are the factors that enhance or inhibit involvement in learning? Engagement tends to decline if an activity is motivated by the promise
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For the purpose of this essay I will be looking into my roles‚ responsibilities and relationships in the lifelong learning. For the past five years and half years I have worked at Colchester Institute. I initially worked as a learning support assistant providing support for a alternative education programme. For the past six months I have assumed the role of Assessor on the programme. This programme provides education for
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Understanding inclusive learning and teaching in lifelong learning My aim in this unit is to look at inclusive learning and teaching in lifelong learning and explore it in the context of teaching Information Technology. I will analyse and evaluate aspects‚ strategies and approaches to inclusive learning. I will explain how areas like resources‚ functional skills‚ feedback and assessment opportunities can help learners achieve their goals and beyond. Also‚ I will show how important the learning environment
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Unit 403 Task A Understanding Inclusive Learning and Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Inclusion is a term that goes one step beyond equality; it generally means everyone is treated equally and fairly. Inclusion goes with the term diversity‚ which values the difference between individuals by ensuring that all learners are participating and that myself as a teacher am including everyone. Inclusive learning incorporates using a variety of teaching methods‚ resources and languages which gives the
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SH33025/DLC Level 2 Teaching Assistant Assignment 1 33 Valley Drive Wilnecote Tamworth Staffordshire B77 5FL Page 1 of 10 Task 1 A teaching assistant will carry out a range of practical and administrative tasks‚ which under the supervision of the class teacher help promote effective learning and teaching. The four main areas that a teaching assistant contribute are:- 1. Supporting the teacher 2. Supporting the pupil 3. Supporting the school 4. Supporting the curriculum
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option. Later on‚ I spent time at my cousin’s house and the only language accepted and spoken at her home was English. In a short period of time‚ even before attending formal school; I was not shy at all to do so. At the age of 11‚ I spent three (3) months in the USA during my school vacation with my cousins who only spoke English and it was quite an experience. I was very happy to be able to communicate with them and I learned new words‚ slangs and part of the American culture. I returned to
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Reflective Account for Assignment 001 Teaching can be challenging and rewarding if you enjoy what you are doing‚ if you don’t enjoy what you teach then it can become boring‚ it soon rubs off on your learners and gives the impression of “If the tutor isn’t interested‚ then why should I be?” It can also be boring‚ but this is where the challenge begins to make it fun so that the learner understands what is being taught without loosing interest quickly. It is your responsibility as a teacher/tutor
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