Abstract Listening skills research has tended to focus on strategy use in classrooms and on theory and practice of second language (L2) teachers. This study examined the teachers’ and learners’ perceptions of listening skills in non-classroom learning situations. Five (n = 5) study skills teachers and 19 former learners in a distance study skills course at the University of the South Pacific (USP) were interviewed for this study. The interviews with the study skills teachers sought their expectations
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The Kolb Learning Cycle The Kolb Learning Cycle is the process by which students attend to and understand their experiences‚ and consequently modify their behaviors. The Kolb Learning Cycle is based on the concept that the more a student reflects on a task or a problem‚ the more often the student has the opportunity to modify and refine their efforts concerning the task or problem. The Kolb learning Cycle contains the following four stages: experiencing‚ reflection‚ theory or conceptualization
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writing correctly‚ while others feel that teaching learners how to communicate and express their ideas fluently should be the main goal. What’s your opinion? Support yow ideas with reasons and examples from your own language-learning experience. Which is more important in learning a language: speaking and writing correctly‚ or expressing yourself fluently but inaccurately? Although both are important‚ if I had to choose‚ I’d say developing fluency is a higher priority. Grammar knowledge
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Reflections on Problem-Based Learning [pbl] Issue 12 [ June 2012 ] Contents Editorial Glen O’Grady Research Article 1 Assessing Strategic Thinking Skills in Problem-Based Learning: A Case Study of Hospitality Education 03 04 David Kwok PBL Review Constructing Understanding 10 3rd International PBL Symposium Highlights “Seen and Heard” Reflections 13 14 16 Rachel Ong Research Article 2 Goal Orientation and Learning Strategies of Engineering
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complexity of the management job‚ or what it means to be a manager. Therefore‚ we may conclude that management is an unnatural act‚ or at least there is no "natural" guidance for being a manager. If management is an unnatural act‚ then development‚ learning and preparation for managers must be intentional. Studies of effective managers (Campbell‚ Dunnette‚ Lawler‚ & Weick‚ 1970; Boyatzis‚ 1982; Kotter‚ 1982; Luthans‚ Hodgetts‚ & Rosenkrantz‚ 1988) suggest that knowledge is necessary but not
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Art Influences Learning By kanojia.Esha Much has been written about how art enhances creativity‚ imagination‚ and self-esteem‚ but far less is said about how art encourages cognition‚ critical thinking‚ and learning. Our current education system places great emphasis on academic development. As a result‚ arts programs are being reduced or even eliminated from classrooms to accommodate more didactic teaching methods. While art educators and child development specialists recognize that the arts
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Application of Adult Learning Theory 1. Adults have a need to know why they should learn something. Adults spend a considerable amount of time and energy exploring what the benefits are of them learning something and the costs of them not learning something before they are willing to invest time in learning it. It is seldom convincing for them to be told by someone (even the boss) that it would be good for them. Training should be based on valid needs of the intended audience. All information
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Planning & Enabling Learning Level 4 theory assessment Aims I was required to research the following in order produce a written rationale. 1. Negotiating with learner. The initial assessment‚ agreeing goals & actions. 2. Inclusive learning. The use of different delivery methods‚ resources and adapting session plans. 3. Integrating functional skills into your subject area. 4. Communication. I was also required to research the Inclusive learning topic in more depth in order
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COLLABORATIVE APPROACHES to learning? In recent decades collaborative learning theory has emerged at the forefront of contemporary learning approaches. An evolution from traditional individualistic and independent learning approaches‚ to that of cooperation and interdependence‚ is challenging and changing the face of learning at its very core. It is the assertion of this essay to provide evidence in the support of collaborative learning as an effective and efficient learning approach‚ whilst noting
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Planning and Enabling Learning Rational This assignment will give a clear over view of the four main areas that have an impact on teaching and learning. I have researched the four key areas that have a profound influence on the way I teach: Negotiating with learners‚ Inclusive Learning‚ Functional skills and Communication. Negotiating with Learners Negotiating with our learners allows us as lecturers to ensure the learner is undertaking the correct course at the correct level and agreeing
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