Rubric Teaching English as a second language – nonnative English speaking teachers of English (NNETs) compared to native English speaking teachers of English (NETs) in ESL cultures. NNETs from the same culture as their ESL students are preferable than NETs from a different culture than their ESL students. The shared culture between NNET and their ESL students (as oppose to NETs who do not share the same culture properties with their ESL students) helps the NNETs find better teaching techniques,
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‘Critically examine the EAP debate. Argue for one position. You may also support your argument with evidence drawn from your own experience.’ This paper critically examines the varied approaches to teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP). In particular, it examines Critical Pedagogy, Pragmatic Pedagogy and Critical-Pragmatic Pedagogy in the context of teaching academic writing to university students. This is an important issue as there is widespread debate as to what constitutes effective
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WHAT INFLUENCES ONLINE CLASSES HIGH ATTRITION RATE by Lora Hines Bachelor of Science in Business Education December 1984 College of Education A Research Paper Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Master of Science in Education Degree Department of Workforce Education and Development In the Graduate School Southern Illinois University – Carbondale December 1, 2011 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter Page
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WOMEN DEVELOPMENT AND NATIONAL POLICY ON WOMEN IN NIGERIA Olubunmi Aderemi Sokefun Abstract This paper discusses the document on women in Nigeria (National Policy on Women). Several past administrations in this country have treated women issues and affairs with calculated levity: Carefully side - tracking or blatantly refusing to accord it the necessary attention. It is now a thing to gladden the hearts of all women of Nigeria that, "after four attempts by four former heads of Nigeria's Government
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Communicating across cultures can be a difficult experience. All successful communication results from one person understanding the meaning and intention of what another person has said. The skills associated with effective and rewarding cross-cultural communication can seem elusive to many people who lack experience of this form of interaction. The information contained in this fact sheet is designed to initiate and/or guide your cross-cultural experiences. The resources and contacts listed are intended
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The theory of Realistic Mathematics Education as a theoretical framework for teaching low attainers in mathematics Barnes, Hayley E. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2263/4848 Date: 2005-06 ------------------------------------------------- Abstract: This article recounts the process embarked on and reasons for selecting the theory of Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) as the theoretical framework in a study carried out with low attaining learners. In the study an intervention for low attaining
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Final Reflection Paper – EDAD 637 Holly Berger Texas A&M – Commerce Introduction The study of organizational behavior in education can be quite complex considering that it relates to individuals in a workplace. When people are factors in any equation, topics such as emotions, communication, management, and much more should be considered. Throughout this course, I have learned a great deal about theories, history, change, and influential people. For my final reflection, I have chosen
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Abstract This paper explores Garner’s theory of learning and its impact on effectively managing the modern day classroom environment. Major approaches to human behavior and development are discussed relevant to biological, social-cultural, cognitive, and psychological development. Social learning is discussed relevant to its connection to an individual’s ability to perceive and comprehend the world and ultimately understand instruction. Category learning theory is discussed and will argue that
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February 4, 2010 The Nurse as Educator Abstract This paper explores the nurse educator as a profession. It delineates the responsibilities of the educator as a gatekeeper for the nursing profession and emphasizes its paramount role in the academic world of nursing education and health care delivery. There is an exciting perspective to the educator’s role in nursing and the opportunity to mentor the next generation of nurses. Teaching the novice clinician about the profession and the dedication
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students (2010). In these changes, subject area content, teaching methodology and approaches, and instructional materials preparation are at the helm of constant revisions. Iringan as cited by Concepcion (2010) states, “to help the students cope with the rapid changes to understand and to succeed in the workplace we must design a curriculum oriental for tomorrow”. Curriculum Development is a monumental task. In a politically active community it’s like treading water in a hurricane while wearing concrete
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