What is Learner Autonomy and How Can It Be Fostered? Dimitrios Thanasoulas The Internet TESL Journal 2. What is Autonomy? For a definition of autonomy‚ we might quote Holec (1981: 3‚ cited in Benson & Voller‚ 1997: 1) who describes it as ’the ability to take charge of one’s learning’. On a general note‚ the term autonomy has come to be used in at least five ways (see Benson & Voller‚ 1997: 2): • for situations in which learners study entirely on their own; • for a set of skills
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Curriculum and syllabus In the existing literature on language education‚ the term curriculum and syllabus are sometimes used interchangeably‚ sometimes differentiated‚ sometimes misused and misunderstood. According to Nunan‚ a curriculum is concerned with making general statements about language learning‚ learning purpose‚ and experience‚ and the relationship between teachers and learners‚ whereas a syllabus is more localized and is based on the accounts and records of what actually happens at the
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TOK Reflection: Mathematics To what extent is math relevant to your life and the lives of others you know and how can it become an even more viable area of knowledge. “In mathematics I can report no deficience‚ except it be that men do not sufficiently understand the excellent use of the Pure Mathematics.” Roger Bacon (1214-1294) Mathematics: the abstract science of number‚ quantity‚ and space; a subject considered by many to be useless‚ a waste of time‚ and too difficult. “When am
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education and relevant partnership with the larger community‚ producing competent and principled professionals who will contribute significantly to the betterment of society. DEPARTMENT VISION STATEMENT The Mathematics and physical Sciences Department strives to be a leader in establishing solid foundations in engineering and technology. DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT The Mathematics and Physical Sciences Department commits itself to provide quality instruction‚ to engage in relevant research‚
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define the term Education Philosophy as it relates to curriculum development as one’s position on learning‚ the process of learning‚ people / persons involve in learning as well as the product of learning.” Given the fact that our schools exist to facilitate learning‚ our role as facilitators must only serve to enhance the teaching and learning experience for our students. To this end we must ensure that our methods used cater for all the learners. A rich teaching and learning experience and preferable
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History of Science in the Curriculum Presenter: Leo Frank T. Lamban History of Science in the Curriculum A. History of Science Education Curriculum B. Reasons for History C. History of US Science Curricula History of Science Education Curriculum Science education curriculum includes textbooks‚ instructional materials‚ and complete instructional programs designed to help students master the content and processes of science. History of Science Education Curriculum Subject during the last half
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knowledge of the Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage and National Curriculum‚ discuss both in terms of good practice in the Early Years. “The National Curriculum lies at the heart of our policies to raise standards. It sets out a clear‚ full and statutory entitlement to learning for all pupils. It determines the content of what will be taught‚ and sets attainment targets for learning. It also determines how performance will be assessed and reported.” (The National Curriculum‚ 1999‚ p.3.)
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Describe an important setting in the novel. London. An important setting in “Great Expectations” by Charles Dickens is London‚ which is viewed as a place of economic competition and death. The bleakness of the places in London foreshadow a series of unfortunate events for Pip Dickens did not romanticize London but instead gives us a good hard look at the backstreets and alleys where the real life existed. An important setting in the novel Great Expectations is London this setting reveals important
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summarizes the article‚ describes how the strategies in the article can be used in the classroom as well as a personal reflection. Mathematics is often viewed as a non-cultural subject. However‚ there are many ways that a mathematics teacher can make mathematics more inclusive and inviting for all students. The article‚ “Multicultural Mathematics: A More Inclusive Mathematics” is an article that describes methods and strategies to assist teachers in making Math more inclusive to appeal to all students
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The Beauty of Mathematics | |and the Love of God! This is TOO cool! Just the math part is good enough‚ the end is even better. I bet you will NOT be able to read it without sending it on to at least one other person! |I received this e-mail and thought it was pretty cool! | Keep scrolling it gets better. ϑ Beauty of Mathematics!!!!!!! 1 x 8 + 1 = 9 12 x 8 + 2 = 98 123 x 8 + 3 = 987 1234 x 8 + 4 = 9876
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