How does the meaning of this Master of Arts in Education degree differ from your previous degree(s)?

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Week 7: Discussion Question

How does the meaning of this Master of Arts in Education degree differ from your previous degree(s)?Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Based on what you have found the literature, describe the problem in some detail, how it is currently being addressed in the field, reflect on whether you believe this is sufficient, and identify one or more areas of need.

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Visually impaired

Select an issue in the field of developmental disabilities (Visually Impaired) and conduct a literature review.
Based on what you have found the literature, describe the problem in some detail, how it is currently being addressed in the field, reflect on whether you believe this is sufficient, and identify one or more areas of need. For example, “to address difficulties in school to work transition for adolescents and young adults with developmental disabilities there is a need for comprehensive employability skills education and/or supported employment programs.” Be sure to use literature to support your statements
(at least 10 citations from academic journals).

Explain the alphabetic principle. What is Phonics? What is the importance of the alphabetic principle as related to phonics development? Define explicit phonics and implicit phonics. Explain the difference between explicit and implicit phonics. Provide specific examples for: Explicit Phonics and Implicit Phonics.

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Complete all the readings and viewing of all the videos in this module as these will provide the knowledge base, language and vocabulary you need to use, 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 each response thoroughly by including details, all available information, examples, and any other mechanism that supports your reply. It is necessary to include citations (author’s name and date) within each part of the essay to support your responses.

Answer questions A-E listed below. Develop a 1.5 – 2 page, single-spaced essay that addresses the questions. Use the questions as guides to help your thinking and as a checkpoint to ensure you cover the items mentioned in the questions.

It is important students focus on developing their communication skills in writing. An essay approach to this assignment is best. When developing your essay, please adhere to the following:

ONLY use the resources available in this module and your course textbook to help you develop your answers.
Reference items in your write-up (APA style).
Format: Times New Roman, Size 12 Font and Single-space

Guiding Questions

A. (a) Explain the alphabetic principle. (b) What is Phonics? (define what phonics is use your CORE book and other resources in this module to write up a thick explanation) (c) What is the importance of the alphabetic principle as related to phonics development?

 

B. (a) Define explicit phonics and implicit phonics. (b) Explain the difference between explicit and implicit phonics. (c) Provide specific examples for: Explicit Phonics and Implicit Phonics.

 

C. (a) What are vowel patterns ?—explain. (b) List all vowel patterns, explain/define each vowel pattern and provide examples of words for each of the vowel patterns. Use (Word Document included in resources) and your CORE book to explain each pattern and to provide specific examples of each vowel pattern.

 

D. Why is phonics so important to literacy development? (refer to what you learned in all the videos and other resources in this module)

 

E. (a) What phonics strategies should you see in an effective learning environment? (b)Name and explain 3 specific phonics strategies/activities you would like to see being taught in an effective classroom.

What is Oral Language Development? What are the major aspects of oral language development? Why is oral language development so important to literacy development? What is Print Awareness? Why is Print Awareness important for early literacy development?

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Sensational Six: Oral Language Development

1. Use only the resources provided for you the student resources for oral language development. This includes the textbook, videos, articles, etc. Do not use outside resources. Points will be deducted if you do not follow the guidelines for use of resources.

The CORE textbook is the required textbook for this course. Therefore it should be cited in the body/content of your essay and also listed in the Reference List.

2. Format is always size 12 font, Times New Roman and Single-Space. If the paper submitted does not follow the format, points will be deducted.

Questions:

When addressing each of the questions the length of this assignment is a minimum 1.5 pages; maximum 3 pages

What is Oral Language Development? (define what oral language development is; use your CORE book and resources in this module to write up a thick explanation)
What are the major aspects of oral language development? (make sure to list the components and include a definition, explanation, and any additional information for all the components. Again, use the resources in this module and your CORE book)
Why is oral language development so important to literacy development? (You may want to refer to what you learned in all the videos, the TEDTalk, and other resources in this module)
What is Print Awareness? Why is Print Awareness important for early literacy development?
What elements of effective learning environments support oral language development and print awareness? (what strategies, materials do you expect to see in a classroom and/or school environment to show support for the development of oral language development. Give examples.)
You must cite resources within the document, and provide the list of resources you used to respond to the questions.

In what ways should a school employ data analysis and evidence to support the school environment? In what ways should you, now and in the future, take the lead and/or participate in collaborative activities related to criteria identified in the above prompt? In what ways should your professional dispositions and code of ethics affect your work?

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Data literacy

Note the admissions committee carefully reviews the essay in response to advanced standards and quality of writing and critical thinking at the advanced level. The essay is one of several indicators weighted equally along with the GPA and licensure utilized by each respective Advanced Program Advisory Committee for recommendations to  WCOE advanced programs and potential academic success.

In the process of applying to a graduate program in education (Educational Leadership, Educational Diagnostician, School Counseling), you will begin transitioning out of the classroom into a more advanced role. One criterion for admission to a graduate program in education is the graduate essay that demonstrates your commitment to your particular field of study. Qualified faculty will assess the essay based on the criteria in the provided rubric. Please respond to the following prompt regarding your knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions (400-500 words).

Data literacy (i.e., integrating assessment practice and accurately communicating student learning), technology applications across many areas of schools, and research should be driving many of the policies and procedures evident in schools. A school, in theory, should employ data analysis and use evidence to support the school environment with teachers, administrators, and community organizations participating in this process under the lens of the professional dispositions, policies, code of ethics, and professional standards across not only the teaching profession but other specializations as well (i.e., school counselors, principals, diagnosticians). Therefore, provide your perceptions with these issues addressing the specific questions below. The questions are there as guiding points. Your narrative should address them without responding to each individual question (i.e., do not write a response to each question, just a couple of paragraphs that address all aspects of the prompts)

  • In what ways should data literacy (i.e., integrating assessment practice and accurately communicating student learning), technology applications, and your understanding of the research (quantitative and/or qualitative) behind school-based decision making impact your daily tasks?
  • In what ways should a school employ data analysis and evidence to support the school environment?
  • In what ways should you, now and in the future, take the lead and/or participate in collaborative activities related to criteria identified in the above prompt?
  • In what ways should your professional dispositions and code of ethics affect your work?

Collectively discuss each part of the video and compose a one-page single spaced document explaining each of the three areas. Provide examples for phonological awareness, phonemic awareness and phonics.

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Phonological Awareness, Phonemic Awareness, and Phonics.

The video will assist you in getting a crystal clear picture as to the differences between the P. A. and Phonics.

Collectively discuss each part of the video and compose a one-page single spaced document explaining each of the three areas. Provide examples for phonological awareness, phonemic awareness and phonics.

Here is the link to the video :

What did you already know (or thought you knew) about special education, What surprised you from the information you read this week, In your opinion, or from your personal perspective, what are the big issues in special ed and/or what needs to be taken into consideration or changed?

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Week 1 – Special Education – Discussion Board

Read the information found on the following links and answer the discussion questions below.

Watch: Timeline of Special Education https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dj2dBLi7zvQ

Read: Trends in Special Education https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/special-education-definition-statistics-and-trends/2019/12

Read: Special Education is not a Place https://wapave.org/special-education-is-a-service-not-a-place/

Read: What’s so special about “special” education? https://greatschoolvoices.org/2016/06/whats-so-special-about-special-education/

Discussion Questions:

Based off of the information that you have read this week reflect on the following topics in the discussion board:

  • What did you already know (or thought you knew) about special education,
  • What surprised you from the information you read this week,
  • In your opinion, or from your personal perspective, what are the big issues in special ed and/or what needs to be taken into consideration or changed?
  • What do you want to know about special education this semester?

 

Does you claim address both sides of the issue, including specific points raised in the articles? Does your claim present a clear, workable solution that could be viewed as a “middle ground” between the two sides?

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Uniforms in schools

Touchstone 3.1: Construct a Rogerian Argument

ASSIGNMENT:

As you learned in this unit, a Rogerian argument is one that presents two sides of a debate and argues for a solution that will satisfy both sides. Given two articles presenting opposing sides of an issue (mandatory uniforms in schools), construct your own 2-3 page Rogerian argument essay in which you attempt to arrive at a workable solution or “middle ground.”

In order to foster learning and growth, all essays you submit must be newly written specifically for this course. Any recycled work will be sent back with a 0, and you will be given one attempt to redo the Touchstone.

  • Article 1: “School Dress Codes and Uniform Policies”
  • Article 2: “Dressing Diversity: Politics of Difference and the Case of School Uniforms”

A. Assignment Guidelines
DIRECTIONS: Refer to the list below throughout the writing process. Do not submit your Touchstone until it meets these guidelines.

1. Summary of Positions

  •  Have you briefly introduced the author and publication context (year, journal, etc.) of Article 1?
  •   Have you included a summary of the stance presented in Article 1?
  •   Have you briefly introduced the author and publication context (year, journal, etc.) of Article 2?
  •   Have you included a summary of the stance presented Article 2?

2. Thesis/Claim

  • Does you claim address both sides of the issue, including specific points raised in the articles?
  • Does your claim present a clear, workable solution that could be viewed as a “middle ground” between the two sides?

3. Analysis

  • Have you backed up your claim using facts from both sides of the argument?
  •  When using direct quotations, have you supplemented them with your own explanation of their relevance?

4. Reflection

  •  Have you answered all reflection questions thoughtfully and included insights, observations, and/or examples in all responses?
  •  Are your answers included on a separate page below the main assignment?

B. Reflection
DIRECTIONS: Below your assignment, include answers to all of the following reflection questions.

  1.  How does the Rogerian model of argument help you better understand the topic that’s being discussed? Why is it a good practice to acknowledge both sides of the argument? (3-4 sentences)
  2.   Will you use the Rogerian Approach in your own argumentative essay? Why or why not? (2-3 sentences)

Address examples of how you collect data from your students and how you use that data. Have you taught your students how to collect and organize data? What methods worked well for you?

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Data Collection from Preschooler

Roblyer & Hughes (2019) discuss the importance and use of data collection and analysis in Chapter 4. Address examples of how you collect data from your students and how you use that data. Have you taught your students how to collect and organize data? What methods worked well for you?

Do the children seem comfortable and content? Are the children engaged? Are they able to use the classroom independently? Do they express themselves easily with the adults? Is there anything that gives you a clue about parental involvement?

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Purpose:
The purpose of this assignment is to give you an opportunity to observe and analyze how some of the theories, concepts, and approaches we’ve been studying all semester are applied in an actual classroom setting. Further, your responses to what you see will help you continue to identify and explore the beliefs you hold and continue to develop your philosophy of education
. Before you begin this assignment, be sure to take a look at the grading rubric on the last page, so you know just what your grade will be based on.

you’re interested in Childhood Education (also called Elementary or Grades 1-6), you should watch:
Social Studies in Action:

Social Studies in Action: A Teaching Practices Library, K-12

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WHAT YOU’LL SUBMIT:
● A 3-5 page typed, double-spaced paper that includes all of the sections described below. Please note: A section is not the same thing as a paragraph. Most sections of your paper will include more than one well-organized, focused paragraph. (See page 4 of this handout for more details about form and style.)

PART l. This is the descriptive part of your paper. Write a smooth, well-organized narrative, which includes your answers to questions a-c on the next page and any other observations you care to share. Please remember all that we discussed in class about what information to include in order to make a write-up of an observation vivid and interesting for the reader.

PART ll. This is the interpretive, analytic, part of your paper. You’ll apply some of the theories and concepts you’ve been learning about all semester.

Part l. Description

a. The Physical Environment – How does the classroom look?

Write at least one paragraph that describes the physical environment of the classroom. Include specific details about the classroom layout including all the different areas of the classroom and storage of supplies and materials. What’s on the walls? How is the furniture arranged? What about bulletin board displays: what’s on them? How is it arranged? What type of student work is up on the walls? Are materials
store-bought/made by teachers/ made by students? Are there games/toys in the room?

b. The Curriculum – What are the children studying and learning?

Write at least two paragraphs that describe in detail what the students are studying, what they are learning and what the teachers and the students are saying and doing. (Do NOT include what is said in the voiceovers or when the teacher is just talking to the camera.)This section is the story of what is going on in the classroom. Remember: including verbatim dialogue and specific descriptions of tone of voice, facial expressions, and gestures will make your description much more vivid and interesting. Include the time markers for some of what you’re describing. Be sure to describe what takes place in the order in which it occurred. This is NOT the place for judgement, evaluation or analysis. In this section, you’re just describing what you saw.

c. Classroom Tone – What is the “feel” of the classroom?

Write at least one paragraph that describes the tone in the classroom. Use the questions below to guide your description:

● Do the children seem comfortable and content?
● Are the children engaged?

● Are they able to use the classroom independently?
● Do they express themselves easily with the adults?
● Is there anything that gives you a clue about parental involvement?

Part ll. Analysis and Reflection – What did you learn?

In order to write Part ll, you’ll need to look back continuously at Part l, at the video and at the notes you took while you were observing. The conclusions you draw in Part ll must be based on what you actually saw and described in Part l. Part ll is NOT the place to introduce new observations you made of the classroom in the video, it IS the place to offer your analysis of what you saw.

Part ll must be at least four paragraphs long – with at least one paragraph each for #s 1-4.

Analyze what you saw:

1. Look back through through the readings you’ve done this semester. Compare what you saw to at least one of the philosophers, historical figures, or authors of articles we’ve studied. How does what you saw compare to that thinker’s philosophy and beliefs? What would the thinker’s reaction to this classroom be? Say why you think what you think. (This part should be at least one paragraph long.)

2. Refer back to the resources posted on Blackboard for our sequence on culturally responsive teaching (Learning Module folders 4,5, and 6), the Kentucky Department of
Education website: https://education.ky.gov/educational/diff/pages/culturallyresponsiveinstruction.aspx
and the reading: “What are Key Features of Culturally Responsive Teaching?” Does this classroom seem to be an example of culturally responsive teaching? Why or why not? Be specific. (This part should be at least one paragraph long.)

3. Refer back to the article we read at the beginning of the semester: “Want to Get Your Kids into College? Let Them Play?” Would you say this is primarily a “skills-based” or a “play-based” classroom? Be sure you’re clear about what each of these means. Say why you think what you think. (This part should be at least one paragraph long.)

Reflect on what you saw:

4. What is your overall reaction to this classroom? What would you do the same or differently from this teacher and why? Would you want your own child to be a student in this classroom? Why or why not? Overall, how did this assignment impact your ideas about teaching and learning? (This part should be at least one paragraph long.)