...Information Literacy Influences Scholarship, Practices, and Leadership as Educators Violet Meadows COM/705 November 26, 2011 Dr. Teresa North How Information Literacy Influences Scholarship, Practice, and Leadership as Educators? There are many ways to define information literacy. Information literacy affects some facets of scholarship practice, and leadership. “Information literacy has the ability to identify what information needed, understand how the information is organized, identify the source for information needed, located those sources, evaluate them critically, and share the information” (Turusheva, 2009, p. 126). At the University of Maryland there are Library-led Faculty Workshops that teach educators how to meet information literacy goals in their classroom (Miller, et al.). According to the article educators participation in the hands- on activities and discussions among their colleague, information about the university, information literacy standard, library resources and services, free Web tools, and the best way to implement how to design class assignments involving library research (Miller, et al.). To meet literacy goals for students, educators, and Librans collaboration is essential. The Association for College and Research Libraries (n. d.) emphasizes for the collaboration to be successful, there needs to be a partnership...
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...Term Paper Psyc 400, Spring, 2015 Title of Paper: Factors Contributing to Literacy Skills in Children from Low-Income Families In American society, education is considered by many to be an equalizing force for people from all walks of life. It allows the nation’s best and brightest to distinguish themselves from their peers through intellectual merit - at least in theory. Unfortunately, the reality of the situation does not live up to the ideal, especially for children from low income families. Children who are already growing up with the disadvantages of poverty are further hindered by underfunded and ineffectual primary schooling, setting them even further behind middle and upper class children. Before beginning a discussion of the factors or strategies contributing to early literacy, it is important to first establish that there is in fact a discrepancy between low-income children and their more affluent peers in the first place. A review of the research literature is required to lay certain inaccurate stereotypes to rest, such as the notion that poor children are simply lazier students, and do not face additional difficulties with the acquisition of literacy skills. A comprehensive empirical study by Babuder et al (2014) explores the relationship between poverty and reading skills in children, with the results being unanimously negative. The study goes beyond assessing the reading skills of the children, and measures the basic phonological and semantic skills needed...
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...Literature Review Researching for strategies and techniques for students who are struggling with their working memory with difficulties in letter identification and letter sound. After reviewing literature related to the different approaches to alphabet knowledge instruction as well as phonics instruction. Alphabet Knowledge (AK) Instruction In the article “Enhanced Alphabet Knowledge Instruction: Exploring a Change of Frequency, Focus, and Distributed Cycles of Review,” Cindy Jones and D. Ray Reutzel explored Alphabet Knowledge (AK) instruction in 13 kindergarten classrooms in many schools. In reviewing the research, five factors which influenced a student’s learning of letter names and sounds were identified. These five factors include own-name,...
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...Lew and Nelson (2016) used a qualitative research study to investigate the challenges teachers face in the classroom. Specifically, the study chronicles the experiences of ‘new teachers’ that started teaching within one to two years. By the time one finishes reading the article, the authors’ stance is precise. CRT is a misunderstood and maladaptive topic—a matter teachers define in a simplistic way that relies on cultural traditions, but never links culture to academic learning. According to Lew and Nelson (2016), not only should teachers immerse themselves in their students’ cultural experiences to create positive instructional contexts, they must engage in reflective teaching by revealing their personal beliefs and values (p. 8). Once the...
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...need to experiment with different literacy programs that will improve reading skills and fluency. Using technology-based literacy (E-Books) can increase student’s reading skills and fluency because technology is interactive, includes visual and audio effects, which can help students, stay focused while reading. My research topic is based on literacy in the classroom and how well children interpret reading with technology. The classroom consist thirty-three children of different race and background. Teachers will have classrooms set up with smart boards and iPads so each child will get individual learning. The location of the school is located in Bronx New York. The National Reading Report has been showing a high percentage of below basic reading scores on the fourth grade-reading test in New York City Public Schools. The City can try implementing new literacy programs to help increase student-reading scores. Upgrading literacy technology is one way schools can attempt to increase the literacy scores of the student population. Electronic books are one type of literacy technology that schools use to improve technological literacy in the classroom. These books have a variety of video animation, sound and voice effects, which hold student’s attention. One major problem in for the schools is that technology is expensive and most teachers do not have adequate technology training, which means many schools are not using computers in their classrooms. Giving students a chance to incorporate...
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...Childhood Research Quarterly 19 (2004) 375–397 The early childhood classroom observation measure Deborah Stipek∗ , Patricia Byler School of Education, Stanford University, 485 Lasuen Mall, Stanford, CA 94305-3096, USA Abstract This study assesses a new measure of early childhood classroom practice in 127 kindergarten- and first-grade classrooms. The measure was designed to be appropriate for classrooms serving children from the age of 4–7 years. It assesses the nature and quality of instruction as well as the social climate and management of the classroom. Two separate scales assess the degree to which constructivist, child-centered and the degree to which didactic, teachercentered instructional practices are implemented. Findings indicate that the measure produced reliable scores and meaningful, predictable associations were found between scores on the observation measure, on the one hand, and teachers’ self-reported practices, teaching goals, relationships with children, and perceptions of children’s ability to be self-directed learners, on the other. © 2004 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Keywords: Early childhood; Classroom observation; Teaching; ECCOM; Measure 1. Introduction Political and public concerns about improving education have been fueled recently by reports highlighting the number of students, particularly from economically disadvantaged homes, who fail to achieve minimum academic standards. The National Center for Educational Statistics (2002), for...
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...best research-based ideas and strategies for teaching reading and math concepts in kindergarten * Discover creative activities based on the most effective ideas for building a literacy and mathematics foundation at the kindergarten level * Active demonstrations, slide presentations, and plentiful displays plus an extensive resource handbook packed with ideas and resources to launch kindergartners as readers, writers, and mathematical thinkers Practical Ideas and Strategies How can we best apply a child-centered approach and still meet the increased expectations and goals for today’s kindergartners? How can we help our kindergarten students get off to the best possible start in their literacy and mathematical development? What are the current most effective strategies that can help our kindergartners thrive in a standards-based environment? Veteran kindergarten teacher and international presenter, Judy Ellis, will model the latest in strategies and techniques to increase your kindergarten students’ literacy and math skills. This new seminar is designed to give you practical ideas, cutting-edge teaching strategies and resources to strengthen literacy and mathematics instruction in your kindergarten program. Join Judy for a fast-paced presentation, chocked full of real-world, classroom-tested ideas. With more than 37 years of experience, Judy knows what works and what doesn’t work with kindergarten students. She’ll share the best, most successful ideas that she has...
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...Course Syllabus INFT 101 Instructional Technology for Successful Online Learning Course Description Designed to equip students for success as they transition into the online classroom, this course offers strategic information tailored to ensure academic excellence in this unique learning environment; this information includes Liberty University’s foundations and beliefs, LUO’s resources for success, Blackboard navigation techniques, time management strategies, the adult learner’s responsibilities, methods for identifying and avoiding academic misconduct, scholarly research tactics, and approaches for selecting the appropriate courses towards completion of the preferred degree program. Rationale This required course provides an orientation to the online classroom, learning strategies, and technology skills required for success in online learning. This course offers students an opportunity to develop and strengthen the skills necessary for academic achievement within Liberty University’s online program. I. Prerequisites None II. Required Resource Purchases None III. Additional Materials for Learning A. Computer with basic audio/video equipment B. Internet access (broadband recommended) C. Microsoft Word (Microsoft Office is available at a special discount to Liberty University students.) IV. Measurable Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student...
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...Throughout this semester, I have developed my professional and academic writing, making use of the writing tools introduced in assessment one (Prowritingaid, Grammarly and PaperRater) and sharing the tools with my work colleagues. Although this has been valuable as the errors identified continue to reduce, I am concerned that I have solely relied on the tools to critique my work as I have not planned time for seeking feedback and critiquing my work using multiple sources - something I had identified would improve my writing confidence and academic literacy. Although not fluent, I can identify and correct when I am writing in a passive voice and gain reinforcing feedback from the writing tools that I am improving. I am on the way to improving...
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...BILINGUAL EDUCATION: * A form of education in which information is presented to the students in two (or more) languages. * Technically, any educational system that utilizes more than one language is bilingual. OVERVIEW: The Philippine Bilingual Education Policy (BEP): Consistent with the 1987 constitutional mandate and a declared policy of the National Board of Education (NBE) on bilingualism in the schools (NBE Resolution No. 73-7, s.1973) the Department of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS) promulgated its language policy. The policy was first implemented in 1974 when DECS issued Dept. Order No. 25, s. 1974 titled, "Implementing Guidelines for the Policy on Bilingual Education." Bilingual education in the Philippines is defined operationally as the separate use of Filipino and English as the media of instruction in specific subject areas. As embodied in the DECS Order No. 25, Pilipino (changed to Filipino in 1987) shall be used as medium of instruction in social studies/social sciences, music, arts, physical education, home economics, practical arts and character education. English, on the other hand is allocated to science, mathematics and technology subjects. The same subject allocation is provided in the 1987 Policy on Bilingual Education which is disseminated through Department Order No. 52, s. 1987. The policy on Bilingual Education aims at the achievement of competence in both Filipino and English at the national level, through the teaching...
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...Digital Story Reading As a Tool for Vocabulary Acquisition among Preschool Children Maiya Bianca Aguila, Alwyn John Lim & Catherine Francia De La Salle University Manila August 2013 Vocabulary acquisition is an essential part of young children’s literacy development, particularly their reading skills. It has been seen that acquiring a normal vocabulary is prerequisite for reading comprehension (Becker, 1977; Chall & Conard, 1991: Chall et al., 1990). This means that for a child to become a successful reader by the time he enters elementary he must be able to acquire the vocabulary necessary for his age. However, unlike phonics and other literacy skills, building basic vocabulary requires continuing support and there must be ongoing effort to introduce and explain new vocabulary (Hassan, 2012). Although the usual approach of presenting students with list of words to be mastered has been proven effective, research tells us that a great deal of vocabulary acquisition can take place through reading (Cho &n Choi, 2008; Elley, 1989, 1991; Vivas, 1996; Mason & Krashen, 2004; Krashen, 2004; Wang & Lee, 2007). As early as infants, children are being exposed to printed storybooks where they encounter new words to enhance their vocabulary. Research shows that reading to babies and toddlers yields promising results. Children who were exposed to story reading at an early age demonstrate greater language comprehension and larger vocabularies (Jacobson...
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...distinct and definitive and effects on childhood development. These factors vary widely, and encompass social, economic and ecological areas, as well as the physical environment in which a child is raised, influenced by neighborhood location, home life and educational facilities. Lorraine Maxwell, associate professor of design and environmental analysis at Cornell University defines these environments as "settings where a person spends a great deal of time and establishes important relationships." (Ulrich 12) When combined, these factors directly and indirectly influence the physical and emotional development of children. Negative impacts of environment on early upbringing have been shown to affect many areas, including behavior and academic performance, social and emotional issues, as well as actual physical development of the brain. Urie Brofenbrenner defined this relationship between development and the environment in his "Proposition 1" which went on to say, "especially in its early phases, and to a great extent throughout the life course, human development takes place through processes of progressively more complex reciprocal interaction between an active, evolving biopsychological human organism and persons, objects, and symbols in its immediate environment." (Brofenbrenner 38). In this early work Brofenbrenner explains the ecological model of human development, and his Proposition 1 explains the importance of the environment in the process of early human development...
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...Assignment Unit 6 Bachelor's degree in computer science ENGL 1102-01 - AY2024-T4 Student: Eckert Schnetler Instructor: Arnila Gunaratne. Part 1: Persuasive Paragraph - The Future of Technology in Schools The introduction of technology into the classroom marks a significant turning point in improving learning environments and getting students ready for a digital world that is changing quickly. The goal of educational technology in the future is to create an adaptive, networked learning environment that can accommodate students' varied demands, not just tossing devices and software into the classroom. Modern educational technologies like virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and personalized learning platforms have the power to...
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...Educational Institutions Overview and Rationale What do educators and learners want to know about the use of technology inside classroom? The important issue is to know how this new digital tool operates in order that everybody can efficiently benefit the fruitful use that affects classroom environment. Specifically, instructors and learners want to know how to use the technology to live and communicate with each other appropriately as well as enhancing the value of the educational development. Technology is changing the way teachers and learners used to act and conduct during class in educational institutions. Not only does technology transform access to technology but also the skills required to fully interact with it. Members of the learning- teaching process are asking these questions: * What is the important role played by technology in facilitating teaching and learning process? * What are the types of technology used in the classroom? * How can it be used to improve and develop the levels of learners and educators? * How can technology reinforce the skills needed to succeed in teaching learning process? * How does technology facilitate teaching and learning? * How will the technology affect the future career for both teachers and learners? * What are the steps needed to strengthen the academic staff at the educational institution? * How will technology help students become better learners and users of Information and Communication...
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...Throughout the readings and discussions, I have learned a great amount about Culturally Relevant Pedagogy, Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy, Critical Media Literacy and Critical Reflection. Each of these topics have differences but they all affect one big idea. That idea is teaching. Culturally Relevant Pedagogy is when teaching is connected through a student’s own diverse, ethnic and racial identities. This idea allows teachers and students to build “bridges” and “cross cultural borders,” as described in our previous power point presentation. Another factor of CRP is that is “argues that race, ethnicity and culture are inherent features of humanity” and these factors therefore affect both teaching and learning. This describes teaching as giving...
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