Assessment of English Language Learners Alisha C. Green Grand Canyon University: ESL 533N Advanced Methodologies of Structured English Instruction December 12‚ 2012 Abstract Assessments are a critical tool in monitoring the progress of English language learners at all grade levels. The main purpose of assessments is to ensure students are receiving quality teaching instruction in accordance to academic and content standards. Even though these tests are not the only resource used for testing students
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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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Assignment 4 – Supporting Learning Activities and Assessment for Learning QUESTION 1 1a) Explain how a learning support practitioner may contribute to the planning‚ delivery and review of learning activities Introduction Helping in activities would be delivery‚ if you pass on ideas‚ observations or suggestions that would be contributing to planning. Do you give feedback to your teacher about how the sessions went? The teacher use s that information to inform their planning‚ so you contribute
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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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To answer this question one would have to first define the terms ‘inclusion‚ equality and diversity. According to Ann Gravells inclusivity is “involving all learners in relevant activities rather than excluding them for any reason either directly of indirectly” Gravells defines equality as “ the rights of learners to attend and participate‚ regardless of their gender‚ race‚ ethnic origin‚ religion‚ disability‚ sexual orientation and age. And finally Gravells definition of diversity is “valuing
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Unit 1: Understanding the principles and practices of assessment 1. Explain the functions of assessment in learning and development Assessment is to judge someone against set criteria to establish whether they are capable to perform a particular activity/job. Assessments can take many different forms i.e. assignments‚ oral and written questions or professional discussion all of which help to demonstrate the knowledge the individual has developed through learning‚ these all support the decision
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Unit 16 Enabling Learning and Assessment Assessment offers the chance for invaluable feedback to be given to learners therefore offering an opportunity for learners to achieve progression and the ability to monitor and take control of their own learning. Assessment also offers the opportunity not only for the progression of learners but also for the progression of institutions‚ Ysseldake(2010) supports this argument “Assessment is a process of collecting data
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Teaching and Learning Styles Grand Canyon University Susamma George NRS429V King Patricia 06/26/2011 Teaching and Learning Styles Teaching and learning is the basis for any type of education process. Understanding the various teaching and learning styles of the student and teacher can greatly
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Assignment Brief Title of Access to HE Diploma: Media Studies Unit code(s): HC7/2/LN/560 = L2 Pass HC7/3/LN/629 = L3 Pass Unit title(s): Managing Own Learning D5 Communication and presentation M D D6 Autonomy/Independence M D D7 Quality M D Learner: Tutor/Assessor: Nigel Lindley Title of Assignment: Managing Own Learning Assignment Number: 1 of 1 for this Unit Description of Assignment: (Can be attached as a separate sheet if preferred) This assignments is designed for to
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Learning Skills for Distance Learners: Providing 21st Century Learning Support Sara Al-Oraini Dep. Curricula & Teaching Methods College of Education‚ King Saud University Abstract One of the main goals of open and distance education (ODE) programmes is to ensure that knowledge and skills gained positively affect performance or behavior. Apart from that‚ ODE programmes should also ensure learners extend their existing learning skills into new directions. However‚ it has always been a
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