Introduction The class I was assigned to for English at Primary Five was an EM1 class. ... I then used concrete materials to further enhance their learning. ... I did, however, inject miniscule teaching and learning strategies wherever possible and appropriate. ... This was more apparent in my lessons as I was consciously trying to construct my lessons and my materials to cater to learners of high ability and promote student-centered learning whenever possible for a more constructivist approach to learning. ... In addition, with my new knowledge of learning styles, different needs from ...

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Whilst, learning standard Australian English is crucial to all students' academic development it is important to utilize both languages appropriately in the classroom (Harrison, 2004). ... High Expectations of Students Although the learning environment and relationships with Aboriginal students may seem a little less formal, learning expectations need to be high. ... Making Learning Meaningful Teachers have a responsibility to develop and utilise teaching strategies that engage and empower aboriginal students in relevant and meaningful learning (Schwab & Sutherland, 2001; Hanlen, 2002). ...

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In Learning and Teaching (English 2000), students will be asked to consider topics such as how do we best learn, and what constitutes knowledge worth learning anyway? ... Your learning narrative should be a thoughtful meditation on yourself as a learner. ... Finally, your learning narrative might consider more than just your classroom experiences. ... A good learning narrative should have the following elements: 1. ... The final draft of your learning narrative must be at least 1200 words in length. ...

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Cooperative learning must first be distinguished from other learning styles. ... In individual learning, students work by themselves to accomplish learning goals unrelated to those of the other students. ... Cooperative learning is different. ... Having defined cooperative learning in relation to other learning modes, this essay will now discuss the often-cited advantages of cooperative learning, as well as the less well-known disadvantages. ... The equal social and academic benefits afforded by cooperative learning strategies are further evidenced in one inspiring study by Walker (2006 pp. 34...

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Knowles' concept of andragogy "the art and science of helping adults learn" is built upon two central, defining attributes: a conception of learners as self directed and autonomous and a concept of the role of the teacher as facilitator of learning rather than present of content (English, 2005).   ... Therefore, in adult learning situations, it is believed that sharing control over the learning strategies can make learning more effective. ... Kolb points out that learning is a continuous process grounded in experiences, which means that all learning can be seen as relearning (1984). ... ...

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I participated in my first service learning course during my second year of college. ... I simply needed an English class to fulfill some of the general education courses required at my university. ... After participating in a course such as this English class, I firmly believe that the best way for effecting change with regard to the situation of animals in our society is to require a service learning course for every college student. ... The service learning portion of the class is what makes it unique and most important. ... : The Politics of Service Learning, Joseph Kahne and Joel W...

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There are many problems when it comes down to determining and labeling a student as disabled or whether the student has other issues such as learning the English language. ... T who both offer different aspects to better stye students learning. ... T, I learned that in Hicksville high school learning disabilities are more common than I had originally thought. ... T the more I became familiar with Alyssa's learning style. ... In my opinion, it is easier for a student to be labeled with an IEP rather than to take time to the student, that doesn't speak English, and give them more accom...

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In other words, Amy Tan believes that having a native language has negative effects on learning English. ... English has limited my possibilities with my native language. ... I was ashamed of her English. ... In his essay "Learning to Read and Write" he wrote that "That very discontentment which Master Hugh had predicted would follow my learning to read had already come, to torment and sting my soul to utterable anguish." Also that "I would at time feel that learning to read had been a curse rather than a blessing. ...

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Technology is a valuable part of all students" learning and education. It can be an integral factor in the ESL student's learning. Not only can technology, and particularly the emerging technologies, assist in the acquisition of language skills, but also technology can aid in the all important task of aiding students in the mastering of curriculum content in English. ... THE REFORM AND C.A.L.L (Computer Assisted Language Learning) The recent education reform is based on the constructivist and socio-constructivist approaches to learning. ... The advantage is that CALL, like other new te...

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Evidents Upon this, the role of the textbook in the English classroom is very important. ... The teacher seems to be the most important factor who faciliate and direct the teaching-learning process. ... The role of the textbook in teaching and learning: Morever, English textbooks in teaching and learning is critical. ... As students pool their individual strengths they gain confidence in being able to function in an English-speaking society (Kelly, Lawrence, Mark & Bruce, 2002). ... - Integrates different learning styles: aural, oral, visual, kinesthetic...

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English has been viewed through a whole new role due to globalization. According to Jenkins (2000), English has become an international language owned by all who use it. He also considers that "English as Lingua Franca emphasizes the role of English in communication between speakers from different L1s, i.e. it is the primary reason for learning English today () and there is nothing inherently wrong in retaining certain characteristics of the L1" (p.11). ... The context of learning a foreign language in a country like Costa Rica is a monolingual class. ... They have real meaningful experie...

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Students benefit from customized learning at same-sex schools. ... A boy doesn't have to worry about impressing the cute girl in his English class when answering a thoughtful question from the assigned reading (Jost, 2002). ... Boys and girls thrive in different subjects, therefore customized learning is beneficial. ... Open communication comes more naturally to girls than it does boys hence why English and writing are girls strong suits usually (Nixon, 2012). ... The boys are able to excel in English and writing, which boys do not usually excel in. ...

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This paper critically examines the varied approaches to teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP). ... There is also support for a hybrid approach to EAP learning, known as critical pragmatism. ... The concept of critical pedagogical learning relies on the principle that 'the classroom needs to be continually interrogated for the ideologies it fosters and reproduces' (McLaren: 2011). ... In these cases, a vulgar pragmatic approach to EAP learning becomes a most valuable tool to students. ... This paper has examined the various approaches toward teaching English for Academic Purpo...

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Most English teachers consider drama to not be within their English Language Arts curriculum, drama is used more often as a teaching method in other disciplines. ... English teachers tend to leave drama to theater courses, isolating drama techniques from most English classrooms. ... Students are learning through drama. ... Bolton (1985) points out that while much school learning is an accruing of facts, Readers" Theatre can help students reframe their knowledge into new perspectives. ... Hoetker describes drama as a method of better accommodating students whose learning styles are visual or ki...

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Both of these sources focused on a few main areas: parental education, socioeconomic status, the number of disabled students, and the English language skills of students. ... Our final model consisted of two quantitative variables (percentage of students on the free or reduced price meal programs, and percentage of students with disabilities), two qualitative variables (socioeconomically disadvantaged population significant [2 levels: yes or no], and English Language Learner (ELL) population significant [2 levels: yes or no]), and an interaction between a qualitative covariate (average paren...

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Considering the focus of technology being used in everyday life and in general education classrooms, it's imperative that it continues to evolve and be incorporated into education, especially with language acquisition for young students. iPods can be used to support language development and content learning for elementary English Language Learners (ELL) (Min Liu, 2014), while other iPod or iPad applications can help to expand their vocabulary (Nisbet, 2013). ... In the article, "The effects of an iPad® multimedia shared story intervention on vocabulary acquisition for an English ...

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For example, I like English and I have observed that students at this age enjoy acting out different characters. ... Another section in chapter two of our text describes an English teacher using cooperative learning groups to discuss a novel they are studying (50). ... Standard 4: My Teaching Field I have chosen the field of English and I believe there are multiple things that can be done to teach this. ... Discussion needs to be a big part of the learning experience. ... This makes for a much better learning environment. ...

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Before this law, standards for students with disabilities, students from minority groups, English language learners, and students from lower socioeconomic classes were measured by lower proficiency standards. ... This made standardized, bubble in, multiple choice learning a priority in the American public school system. ... At the secondary level, according to California Educator, struggling students are assigned double and triple periods of math and English. ... The American public education system's learning in one dimensional learning resulted in poor expectations, poor performance,...

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They also aim at getting students college and career ready by making clear, consistent guidelines for what every student should know and be able to do in math and English language arts from kindergarten through 12th Grade. ... This allows her to identify the students weak points in their learning and help them better understand those subjects. ... In english students are learning that two things. ... Like College, high school is the place for higher learning and growth as a person. ... School shouldn't be like that you should be learning everything I believe that everyone is capable of le...

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Parental involvement in schools improves student learning. ... When schools works together with parents to support learning, children are inclined to succeed not just in school but also throughout life. ... In addition, every school has a parent center that served as a base for parent volunteers, as well as a place where parents can work on improving their English skills. ... Limited-English and Non-English parents may have difficulty communicating with teachers. ... In conclusion, every family functions as a home learning environment, regardless of its structure, economic level, ethnic or ...

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The strategy consists of strands covering English, mathematics, science, information and communication technology (ICT), and the foundation subjects (together with religious education) all of which are currently being implemented in majority of the schools, nationally. ... Short-term assessments are focused on short learning objectives and are an informal part of every lesson. ... ICT across the Curriculum There is a statutory requirement to use ICT to support pupils' learning in every Key Stage 3 subject (DfES 0321, 2002). ... According to (DfES 0321, 2002) ICT can be used to enhance...

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The learning process has always fascinated me. ... Multiple Intelligences in the English Class: An Overview by Peter Smagorinsky This article reviews the Multiple Intelligences (MI) theory and offers suggestions for classroom instruction. ... Ruggieri was able to measure the results of these learning activities by having her students take a grade-less, stress-free test which would compare their learning with Ruggieri's previous classes. The results showed substantial improvement in not only letter grades, but in overall accountability for student learning, product creation, and student de...

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Students have evolved from learning the basics of the English language, to having the option to learn another foreign tongue. ... This is a child's first educational learning experience. ... Reading, writing, mathematics and English are stressed to all students. ... In most cases, this is the final step in the formal learning process. ... They discuss the different ways of learning between men and women in the classroom. ...

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The home environment has a big role in a child's education and if it is not supportive of the school environment, the student will not be as successful in school as the child whose home environment is supportive of the school's learning environment will. ... The typical curricula, tests, and learning tools used in public schools were created by middle-class educators and are geared toward the needs of middle-class children. ... A poor minority student may have trouble understanding English if English is not his/her first language or if English is not spoken in his/her home, and the ...

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Orey (1998) proposes that learning mathematics makes powerful problem solvers who can break down complex problems into understandable elements and create clear effective and even original solutions. ... Cultural impact on mathematics learning was highlighted for this author during a six-month stay in a country Queensland town, having never previously lived outside a capital city. ... Roberts (nd) found that although it was expected that mathematics be taught for this reason in English, rather than Pintjantjatjara, the community did not generally discuss it's mathematical discussions in En...

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