Types of research methods and disciplines A dissertation is an extended piece of writing based on comprehensive reading and research‚ written by an academic scholar at an undergraduate‚ masters or post graduate level. In some cases‚ a dissertation is referred to an academic research document written at PhD level‚ while a Thesis may be one which is written by an academic at Masters or Undergraduate level. However the opposite is also true in other cases. Etymology The word ‘dissertation’ was derived
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1.3 Evaluate own role and responsibilities in lifelong learning Any roles come with own responsibilities. We have to act within professional codes which involve knowledge of the Code of Professional Practice (2008). This was introduced by the Institute for Learning‚ to cover the activities of teachers in the Lifelong Sector. The code is based on seven behaviours: Professional integrity‚ Respect‚ Reasonable care‚ Professional practice Criminal offence disclosure Responsibility during institute
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Assessment Type 3: Evaluation Summary of research and outcome: (150 words) My investigation focused on exploring the effects of anxiety on the cognitive abilities and determining the most effective treatments. The topic was inspired by my interest in medicine and mental disorders that affect large proportions of the contemporary populace. Various research processes including a series of literature reviews as my secondary sources and an interview as my primary source were conducted to obtain information
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Teamwork: Balancing Learning Styles and Personality Types R. Haynes GEN200 October 7‚ 2010 Abstract Three different learning styles and personality types were assessed to identify a strategy for the three to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team-setting. The use of the Myers-Briggs personality type indicator and Howard Gardner’s theory of Multiple Intelligences determined the different personality types and learning styles to study. Every personality type and learning style offers skills
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and using Assessment for Learning strategies Introduction What does assessment mean? The word ‘assessment’ can mean almost anything if we are not careful‚ and therefore it is imperative that we are careful when attempting to define its boundaries. Lambert and Lines (2000) define assessment as “the process of gathering‚ interpreting‚ recording and using information about pupils’ responses to educational tasks”. While this is an acceptable definition of assessment (as regards
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characteristics of assessment for learning. Assessment for learning focuses on the learning process and how to improve a child’s academic progression‚ finding out where pupils are within a learning range‚ where they need to go and how best to get there. A variety of assessment for learning strategies can be used to aide children in their learning and these can be adopted by teachers to gain an understanding of what has been achieved and what next steps will be required to take a child’s learning forward
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Understanding your own role and responsibilities in Lifelong Learning. My role in lifelong learning is to ensure my knowledge‚ skills and ability to deliver the required information is as up to date and relevant to my learners as is possible to ensure I am always providing appropriate information in a professional manner. A particularly important aspect or remaining up to date is ensuring my knowledge of legislation‚ regulatory requirements and codes of practice are all up to date‚ primarily
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and contrast the roles of the teacher and the learning support practitioner in assessment of learner’s achievements. The roles of Teachers and learning support practitioners are similar in that they are both continuingly monitoring the progress and achievements of the learner. Teachers need to be aware of every child’s progress within their setting. Gathering evidence and developing a full picture of each child is important‚ in order to understand their individual needs and supply accurate feedback
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E-learning with Computer Technology in Handicapped Higher Education Li Bian College of Special Education Beijing Union University Beijing‚ China bl2003@163.com Abstract—E-learning is flexible learning using computer network resources‚ tools and applications‚ and focusing on interaction among teachers‚ learners‚ and the online environment and on collaborative learning. This paper presents and analyzes elearning with computer technology in handicapped higher education. Computer technologies
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of assessment Assessment is an important factor within any field. It recognises the requirement for progression. It allows for standards within the profession to be regulated‚ so that from student to student‚ all requirements and achievements are the same. It also recognises any individual’s achievement and how they have progressed from past studies‚ and identifies any further training needs. Key concepts are to initially identify the learner’s needs‚ this is done through thorough assessment and
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