...The roles, responsibilities and relationships of the teacher in lifelong learning. Gravells ( 2012) emphasized that all Teachers must update and maintain their knowledge, attitude, skills as well as a good knowledge of current legislation and regulatory requirements which are often subject to change . These changes are either generic, that is affects all who teach whereas some others are subject or environment specific. According to Brookfield (1985), the role of teachers is to facilitate the acquisition of the knowledge and not to transmit it. Furthermore, NRC (2000) also suggests that the goal of education shift from an emphasis on detailed coverage of subject matter to helping students develop their own intellectual tools and learning strategies. My role as a teacher must confirm to the teaching style which is enumerated in the teaching cycle which is highlighted below; Identification of needs – Means finding out my potential learner needs, carrying out initial assessments and consenting to individual learning plans. Planning – This enables me to prepare my scheme of work, session plans and teaching and learning materials to ensure the requirements of the syllabus are covered. Facilitating learning- That is adopting a variety of teaching and learning approaches. Assessing learning - This entails obtaining feedback from others, evaluating myself in order to make improvements for the future. Quality assurance and continuous Evaluation- Which should...
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...DESIGN/DOWNWARD DESIGN CROSS CURICULAR PLANNING MODEL Subjects /Strands: Social Studies : Heritage & Identity: Our Changing Roles and Responsibilities Grade(s): 1 Dates of possible implementation: ________________________ Culminating task due date: ________________ | |What is important for students to know? What are the enduring understandings? What is the big open question to inform learning and link curricula? (consider | |A. BIG IDEA FOR THIS UNIT |starting with big ideas in Science or Social Studies) | | | | | |BIG IDEAS: A person’s roles, responsibilities, and relationships change over time and in different situations. | | |Their own roles, responsibilities, and relationships play a role in developing their identity | | |All people are worthy of respect, regardless of their roles, relationships, and responsibilities. | | ...
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...Cornerstones of Change: Roles and Qualities of Teacher Leaders By: M. Pierce Course: ED625 Word Count of Article: 2200 Abstract The purpose of the paper is to examine different types of teacher leaders and examine their possible roles in our schools and effect on our educational system. Herein, I focus on the teacher leadership qualities of collaboration, ethics, trust, vision, decisiveness, and thirst for knowledge. Furthermore, I present the notion that teacher are the heart of change, not only because they are the people who instill the change but through shared leadership model it. In achieving this aim, I describe how leadership qualities can facilitate educational reform centered on the present generation of learners. Introduction In this modern era of change and educational accountability, the role of school manager has grown in complexity and many school administrators welcome the effective collaboration of teacher leaders. Many principals find that administrative and accountability tasks can take their time and energy away from being effective educational leaders. The volume of paperwork and the multifaceted nature of the problems to be solved are increasing. It is difficult for school leaders to offer adequate assistance and guidance to teachers who want to experiment and find new ways to engage their students. The school leader may not have the expertise to advise teachers about instruction, curriculum, procedure, new practices, and new technologies...
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...Review your role, responsibilities and boundaries as a teacher in terms of the teaching and training cycle. & Summarise the key aspects of current legislative requirements and codes of practice relevant to your subject and type of organization within which you work. “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” William A. Ward (www.adprima.com), 2011 Teaching is both an art and science. Science because it is a systematic knowledge gained through observation and experimentation (exploration) and art because it is the craft which uses specific principles and methods (creative).A proficient teacher has to make sure that both aspects are applied while blending in to the environment. Teaching as a profession has changed over a period of time and so has the role of a teacher. The conventional role of a teacher was to just impart information to students and students were expected to learn and understand it. Now, with extensive research done on how student learn, a new insight has developed and hence the role of teacher has changed. Innumerable learning theories, e.g. Sensory, Kolb’s experiential theory, Skinner’s behaviorist’s theory and the learning domains (Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective) Gravells (2008),(Behavioral, Cognitive and Humanistic) Roger (1996) have been identified and related to diverse strategies to cope with individual learning styles. On the other hand, Reece and Walker (2006)...
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...to explain it to others, is when real learning has occurred and personal knowledge has been acquired. Nowadays is indeed true for learners in a variety of guided situations. The natural reaction of mulling over a complex problem or situation with others allows for deeper levels of reasoning, new perspectives, shared responsibilities and greater motivation to remain focused on the learning. A practical implication when conversation and interaction is encouraged rather than discouraged is more noise, less quiet; greater movement, reduced lecturing. When teachers have participated in workshops designed with this style of learning. Teachers need to recognize collaboration as a viable method of creating individual meaning, and learning courses. 2. Point of View 1. Defining of Learning 2. Defining of Teaching 3. Understanding of Language Learning 4. Elements of Language Learning CHAPTER II EXPLANATION Defining of Learning We use the term 'learning' all the time in everyday life. But within the field of educational psychology, the term learning is actually a specific term. Different people use different words to define learning within educational psychology, but in general, we're talking about a step-by-step process in which an individual experiences permanent, lasting changes in knowledge, behaviors, or ways of processing the world. Let's go through a few examples of different types of learning you might hear about in the field of...
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...Know your role __________________ A Paper Presented to Seminary __________________ In Partial Fulfillment __________________ by In the interest of one adapting their teaching style to become the best possible educator possible, they must first know their role in which they occupy. In the same manner one must also know how to motivate their students both extrinsically and intrinsically. In knowing the differences of motivation the educator must know the dynamics of group motivation and how to employ it, while at the same time understanding the structural factors that make up said motivation. It is in all these areas that an educator can continually reach for perfection. In biblical education the concepts are no different and should only encourage the teacher to do their absolute best to reach perfection. The beginning of the process has to begin with the role of the teacher. Knowing one’s role as an educator is possibly the most important step in educating. If the teacher does not know his or her role as it pertains to the classroom must be clearly defined. The teacher should be seen as the head of the class, but in the same manner the students must know that the teacher is also a learner as well. The students need to feel that they are able to ask questions and not suffer any retribution for challenges to perceived absolutes. The teacher is the role model in the classroom and will be under a close...
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...Contemporary Online Language Education Journal, 2011, 1, 33-40. Classroom roles of English language teachers: The traditional and the innovative İngiliz dili öğretmenlerinin sınıfiçi rolleri: Geleneksel ve yenilikçi Anindya Syam Choudhury 1 Abstract This paper looks at the classroom roles of English language teachers in the second language/ foreign language context with particular reference to the Indian one. In the beginning, it considers the notion of „role‟ in English Language Teaching (ELT) and how different practitioners and methodologists have conceptualized the roles played by teachers. This is followed by an analysis of the characteristics of the traditional roles of teachers in a teacher-centred classroom in which the teacher becomes someone like the Greek Titan, Atlas, bearing the burden of the whole class on his or her shoulders. It is shown that this sort of unilateral and unidirectional pedagogy fails to nurture the resourcefulness of learners and is, in fact, detrimental to the development of his or her personality. The paper then goes on to highlight the important aspects of the alternative, innovative paradigm in which the focus is on the learner and the role of the teacher is basically that of a „facilitator‟. Keywords: English Language Teaching, role, facilitator, teacher-centred, pedagogy Özet Bu çalışmada yabancı dil bağlamında ikinci dil olarak İngilizce öğretmekte olan öğretmenlerin sınıfiçi rollerine özellikle Hindistan bağlamında bakılmaktadır....
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...Learning Environment in Constructivist Classroom Kulamani sahoo & Anita Behera M.phil scholar Ravenshaw university,Cuttack Email: klmnsahoo@gmail.com/ anitabehera44@gmail.com Phone.no-9853555132 In this paper the author had described about the constructivist classroom and how it differs from the traditional classroom. Knowledge is not attained but constructed. This statement is a new challenge in the present classroom. Construction of understanding is a core element in the highly complex process of teaching and learning underpinned by constructivist teaching. Constructivism is the latest buzzword among the teaching community across the world and National curriculum framework (2005) has shown the direction to nit in Indian classroom situation. Constructivism basically a theory based on observation and scientific study about how people learn .the basic idea about constructivism is that the learner must construct knowledge; the teacher cannot supply it. In the constructivist classroom the teacher must encourage students to use active techniques ,e.g. experiments, real world, problem solving , to create more knowledge and then to reflect on and talk about what they are doing and how their understanding is changing. In constructivist classroom focus shifts from the teacher to the students. In constructivist classroom learning is interactive; teachers have dialogue with students. Knowledge is dynamic and changing with experience in constructivist classroom. Students...
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...Teacher-Centered Approach to Learning Teachers are the main authority figure in this model. Students are viewed as “empty vessels” whose primary role is to passively receive information (via lectures and direct instruction) with an end goal of testing and assessment. It is the primary role of teachers to pass knowledge and information onto their students. In this model, teaching and assessment are viewed as two separate entities. Student learning is measured through objectively scored tests and assessments. Student-Centered Approach to Learning While teachers are an authority figure in this model, teachers and students play an equally active role in the learning process. The teacher’s primary role is to coach and facilitate student learning and overall comprehension of material. Student learning is measured through both formal and informal forms of assessment, including group projects, student portfolios, and class participation. Teaching and assessment are connected; student learning is continuously measured during teacher instruction. To better understand these approaches, it is important to discuss what is generally understood as the three main teaching styles in educational pedagogy: direct instruction, inquiry-based learning and cooperative learning. Through these three teaching methods, teachers can gain a better understanding of how to govern their classroom, implement instruction and connect with their students. Within each of these three main teaching styles...
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...Teaching and Learning Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher In this assignment I will explain the teaching roles and responsibilities in education and training. “An effective teacher understands that teaching involves wearing multiple hats to ensure that the school day runs smoothly and all students receive a quality education.” (Woodward N, 2008) As a Teacher you have a wide range of roles and responsibilities the first I will discuss is Inclusive practice. To ensure you are respected and doing your job correctly you need to ensure you are including everyone equally and fairly in every lesson and practice you do, there are many reasons in teaching why you have to include inclusive practice your lessons, these include: “Inclusion is not bringing people into what already exists, it is making a new space, a better space for everybody” ( Olivero R, 2003) * Legal Requirement ( Equalities Act 2010) This act was brought into force in 2010 and ensures everyone is given the same rights when in education and training, a Teacher needs to ensure they are adhering to this at all times. * Every Child Matters 2003, This is another act that a teacher has to ensure they use as a teacher, This was introduced to help promote the well-being of children and young people. * Promotes a positive Learning Environment- This is crucial as you have a right to ensure every student you are teaching has the right to a positive learning experience free from exclusion. As a teacher I believe...
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...Being a teacher its vital to have a powerful faith in the future. Teaching is one of the most powerful of role models. I truly believe teachers are the future of our education. One thing that specifically led me into teaching is having parents in the education system. My mom being a Kindergarten teacher and my dad being an 8th grade social studies teacher has empowered me to further the role of “teaching.” Also, being able to have an impact on many students through the years seems to be very rewarding. Ultimately, the teacher can be a very vital resource for the students and to have the responsibly of that can be very powerful. Part of being a teacher is arranging your classroom according to your fit and your students fit. With this being...
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...#2 “Teaching and learning are inseparable parts of a single continuum of reciprocal giving and receiving.”(Christensen Pg. 621) In this quote Christensen describes the reciprocal nature of the relationship between a teacher and a student. In his essay, he describes his theories of teaching as a successful college professor at the prestigious Harvard Business School. It is important to listen to and hear his message on teaching because we all experience at least the student end of the spectrum at some point in our life. It is important to know not only what is going on in the mind of the students as a teacher, but also what is going through the mind of your teacher every day in class. After reading his essay, discussing it, and experiencing 15 years of school I can honestly say this topic is important to understand and consider from both sides of the relationship. First, I will begin by laying out the role of the teacher in Christensen’s view. Then I will go over the students’ role Christensen’s view. Finally I will wrap up with an example to illustrating the key points of the essay and conclude with a summary of my points. “No matter how factually accurate and time-tested our data, how clear cut and disciplined our analytical methods, or how practiced and skillful our pedagogical techniques, true learning emerges only when we honor the human factor.”(Christensen Pg. 631) Christensen’s first idea about the role of the teacher is how open a teacher should be. “A teacher’s...
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...Teachers must meet immediate daily demands such as preparing lessons, assessing students’ performances and creating a fair and equitable classroom environment. As such, teachers have major roles and responsibilities to undertake in the classroom. Some major roles of a teacher is to educate, to guide, to correct, and to discipline the student by acting within the appropriate laws and regulations (Zirrpoli & Melloy, 2001). The word educate comes from the Latin educere, which means “to lead”. So it is the teachers’ responsibility to take up the task of leading the students to knowledge and understanding. In order to educate students, teachers need to be knowledgeable about their subject area according to Raspberry (1993). Because the more knowledgeable they are as teachers, the more effective they will be in the classroom. The teacher possessing subject-matter knowledge and instructional skill, is a professional educator like that of teachers of the Realism Theory. Moreover, the roles of a teacher in the classroom plays a vital part in the education system. In that, teachers are expected to conduct initial assessments which will help identify learners’ needs and skills in the classroom. After identifying those needs and skills, they will then be more knowledgeable of the state of their students and pursue the necessary help if needed to reinforce or diminish certain behaviours. Teachers will as well become aware of how their students learn and what motivates them to learn. Evidence...
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...DCSF-RR051 Independent Learning Literature Review Bill Meyer, Naomi Haywood, Darshan Sachdev and Sally Faraday Learning and Skills Network Research Report No DCSF-RR051 Independent Learning Literature Review Bill Meyer, Naomi Haywood, Darshan Sachdev and Sally Faraday Learning and Skills Network The views expressed in this report are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of the Department for Children, Schools and Families. © Learning and Skills Network 2008 ISBN 978 1 84775 239 0 Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Executive summary...............................................................................2 Introduction .........................................................................................10 Policy context ......................................................................................12 Methodology........................................................................................14 Defining independent learning.............................................................15 Key elements of independent learning ................................................21 Models of independent learning ..........................................................25 Skills required for independent learning ..............................................28 How teachers can promote independent learning ...............................32 How schools can promote independent learning.............................
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...everyday lives is crucial. Teachers who encourage students to reflect on what they’ve learned and incorporate those skills into their lives develop their students’ critical literacy. And, with this ability to interpret the world around them, students begin to adapt and succeed in a changing world. The student’s journey into literacy begins with a teacher. Social Reconstructionism was founded by Theodore Brameld, in reaction against the realities of World War II. He recognized the potential for either human annihilation through technology and human cruelty or the capacity to create a beneficent society using technology and human compassion. George Counts recognized that education was the means of preparing people for creating this new social order. Social Reconstructionism emphasizes the addressing of social questions and a quest to create a better society and worldwide democracy. Social Reconstructionist educators focus on a curriculum that highlights social reform as the aim of education. For Social Reconstructionist’s, curriculum focuses on student experience and taking social action on real problems, such as violence, hunger, international terrorism, inflation, and inequality. Strategies for dealing with controversial issues (particularly in social studies and literature), inquiry, dialogue, and multiple perspectives are the focus. Community-based learning and bringing the world into the classroom are also strategies. It is more important for teachers to involve student’s in...
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