The constructivist approach to curriculum design allows science concepts to come alive in the elementary classroom setting through hands-on problem-solving. Students use inquiry-based methods to investigate a topic, ask questions, and use a variety of resources to find answers and solutions. As students explore the topic, they draw conclusions, and, as exploration continues, they revisit … Read more
Choose one pop-culture hero, superhero or villain, and identify one ethical issue this figure typically has to tackle. Then explain how your pop figure might solve the same ethical issue from at least 6 different ethical theories we have covered thus far. Make sure your ethical issue or problem is complicated enough for you to … Read more
Exceptional Learners. Identify factors they would need to consider in mainstreaming the following students: (any 5) 2 pages. A moderately retarded 11-year-old A learning disabled 9-year-old who cannot read but has high intelligence A hyperactive 5-year-old with attention deficit disorder A blind 17-year-old with average intelligence A 6-year-old in a wheelchair A blind, deaf, autistic, 15-year-old A … Read more
Adapting previously taught lessons that include technology using the following criteria: a. 5E lesson planning format b. Students use the technology to learn, and/or students use technology to show you what they have learned c. You must have work samples (technology products) from the students that you taught for each lesson. d. Design assessments … Read more
For this assignment, it is helpful to complete all the readings and viewing of the videos as these will provide the knowledge base, language, and other useful pieces of information to help you fully answer the questions. To maximize your ability to earn full points on this assignment, it is important you explain thoroughly by … Read more
For this assignment you have to choose among the following technological tools such as internet, i-pad, applet, virtual manipulative. As soon as you discuss the benefits and the constraints of the chosen tool, please present a practical application for the use of this tool in your classroom. Specify the subject, the topic of the subject, … Read more
2. Lesson Planning Imagine you are a substitute teacher teaching a topic of interest (your choice) to 3 different grades in elementary school: kindergarten, grade 3, and grade 6. Design a quick 5 minute lesson to any of the grades from Piagets perspective. Now try and design the same 5 minute lesson from Vygotskys perspective. … Read more
Discuss CH1 Minding the Obligation Gap 77 unread replies.1414 replies. The Edge Hip hop is a musical art form that has a sociopolitical message. The hip hop movement originated in New York in the mid 70s and it early pioneers were African Americans who were members of the lower socioeconomic class. Grandmaster Flash can … Read more
Adapted Classroom Management Plan Create a fictitious school for your project Find a quote that will set the tone for your classroom (10pts) Determine your philosophy/Mission/Vision: (50 pts) Begin with the teacher’s philosophy of motivation. Consider: What is your Mission and Vision? Vision = What outcomes are you looking to achieve with your students? Mission … Read more
In your responses to your classmates, look at their analyses and determine if their reasoning is sound or not and why. Respond 2 classmates discussion speak in first person. Speak as you are talking to each classmate directly