Recent studies exploring the effects of texting/posting on student learning outcomes have relied on the information processing theory (Mayer 151-161), as a basis for arguing that texting can cause distractions that hamper student learning. If the student is engaged in learning but keeps losing focus because of a text message, then the student will most likely not store the information in his or her brain. This gives little to no room for the association of the information provided, because of the lack of attention caused by texting in the academic environment. This is not limited to texting, a...

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Both essays also stress the importance of how we communicate our message to our audience in writing is key. ... " display this concept by discussing the need of active thinking to read, comprehend, and write complex texts. ... After listing off the overall message of each essay, it is easy to see their differences. In conclusion, there are differences between the essays, such as their main message, or using the pathos appeal, and there are similarities such as the concept of active and free thinking, university writing, and the use of the logos appeal, amongst these essays. ...

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Due to the excessive amounts of emailing, instant messaging, and texting, students' writing skills have declined tremendously as it is believed they have virtually forgotten. ... One example of how students can work towards grade-level reading skills is by using computer programs that either read the text digitally or present it at a lower grade level for students with reading disabilities or visual impairments. ...

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In our society, the people in power (in this case the parents) always lead by example and if the parents are not active participants in the child's education, the student could receive the mixed message that education is not too important. ... (p90) Also, by maintaining well balanced educational materials such as text books, library books, supplemental readings, and curriculum lesson plans that features people of all different races we show to the students and parents that no single group is more important than the other in our classrooms. ...

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The text, graphics, video, and audio encourage immersion in language. ... Recognising the importance of determining how instructional technology can fulfil instructional goals, point out that the blending of technological and pedagogical advancements has elevated the importance of research on electronic student dialogue, text conferencing, information sharing, and other forms of collaboration. ... In a threaded discussion, students participate in an asynchronous conversation by posting messages to an electronic bulletin board with threads of discussion. ...

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Classroom of America 2 Classroom of America: Inequality in the Educational System The United States of America has long been referred to as the "land of the free,"" a place where "all men are created equal."" But how united is America in the classroom? Within America there is a large population of peoples who have been, and continue to be, oppressed in this land of the free. They are not treated as equal, and are sometimes treated inferior in comparison to the dominant culture. Indeed, this cycle of inequality can begin at a young age, through the experiences...

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