version of the work. It is posted here with permission of the publisher for your personal use. Not for redistribution. See publisher’s website for the definitive published version. http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/09500693.asp Abstract This paper reports a qualitative study of the learning environment of a Year 11 Biology class. The research was originally framed in a constructivist epistemology, but was also informed by an emancipatory interest. The main methods used for data gathering were
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has developed economic and social aspects in time. The article mentions the Higher Education for Sustainable Development (HESD), which has been a primary accelerator to universities along with the nongovernmental organizations, academy, business communities and the government. This article speaks of the history and definitions of HESD, Agenda 21, international HESD declarations, US statements, a model of sustainable institution and suggested curriculum, research, operation and award system in the institution
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Decentralization and an emphasis on personal growth and community are two such trends. Along with new trends, are needed attributes to obtain success in the 21st century such as the ability to think critically and set goals for the future. To prepare the younger Iranian generation for success in the newly formed democratic nation, these trends and attributes must be addressed in the classroom through meaningful learning experiences. Along with individual classrooms, school systems should
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art and science of serving individuals modify their life style attain a state of ideal health (Edelman and Mandle, 2010). This paper will present an integrative review upon the health promotion and its three stages of health prevention. The nursing roles and responsibilities sprouting in health promotion and the implementation of health will also be discussed in this paper. Purpose of Health promotion The goal of health promotion is to stimulate the health behavior
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educational system has revised the curriculum so teachers are encouraged to use many different teaching strategies within the class to include music, cooperative learning, role play (hands-on), discussion and many other strategies. This paper seeks to focus on incorporating games into the modern classroom and curriculum as a strategy for student learning following the 21st Century learner profile. The paper also examines playing games in classroom and its effects on the students’ communication skills
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Student Engagement and Experience Journal Volume 1, Issue 1 ISSN (online) 2047-9476 DOI 10.7190/seej.v1i1.38 Case Study Considering the Smartphone Learner: an investigation into student interest in the use of personal technology to enhance their learning Ben Woodcock1, Andrew Middleton2 and Anne Nortcliffe1 1 Department of Engineering and Maths, Sheffield Hallam University, Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB 2 Quality Enhancement and Student Success, Sheffield Hallam University, Howard
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LEARNING PROJECT: Service Learning combines community service with classroom instruction ,focusing on critical and reflective thinking as well as personal and civic responsibility. It engages the student in the educational process, using what they learn in the classroom to solve real-life problems and to know about the current trends in the society as well as in the technology field which is important. The partnerships built between community ,students and faculty shares the responsibility
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FINAL REVIEW Week 6: “Neighbor” By Ben Daniel Offsite: Pastor Traback at the River Community Garden Offsite #2: Almaz at Step Up Silicon Valley * Is Rawls veil of ignorance the equivalent of Ellacuria’s preferential option for the poor? * Recford and Daniel: * Both Protestant ministers (biblical texts as source or vehicle for framing and thinking through issues) * Both deliberate and conscious of challenges of relating Biblical faith to Social issues * Housing and immigration
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Keepers of your Urban Youth: Opportunities to meet the needs of Low-Income Youth Communities Alison Lazarus If you've ever happen to attend or stumbled upon a youth recital of any sort, you know that this is where all things grand begin. Give young people an opportunity to showcase their talents, and they will welcome their creativity as they showcase their hard earned work. Studies show that when the youth engage in out- of-school programs, it enables them to embark on their imagination
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unlike adults learn in a pedagogical style, meaning they are like "sponges" and "soak in" what the teacher teaches. How do parents describe the type of teaching and learning style expected in Korea? We as teachers, educators and administrators need to know about our students’ family life, history, and perceptions of education from past experiences. We can then provide better quality education for all students, parents and stakeholders. My home school avoids assessment that benefits primarily the institution
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