Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment Q1 - Explain the Function of assessment in learning and development The assessment cycle continues until all aspects of the qualification have been achieved by the learner:- Initial assessment – Prior knowledge of the subject to determine teaching style. Assessment planning – agree what types and methods of assessments are to take place Assessment Activity – what methods‚ e.g. observational/ assignments/ questioning Assessment decisions
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Vocabulary Learning and Teaching Ahmed Qadoury Abed Assistant Lecturer University of Wassit College of Education‚ Department of English Abstract Vocabulary knowledge is fundamental; students cannot understand a text without knowing what most of the words means. Lack of adequate vocabulary knowledge is already an obvious and serious obstacle for many students. Teachers and students are in need to new techniques in this issue. The reasons behind students ’ low performance in learning vocabulary
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Jun Contextual Teaching and learning I. INTRODUCTION I.1. Background of the Study Language is used for communication between individuals‚ wherever human exist‚ language exist‚ that’s why all of us learn some language. There are any way to learn the language‚ someone can take a course or join at school. English as we know‚ is one of the most
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Teaching & Learning Articles: Wiggins‚ G. (2004). Assessment as Feedback. March 2004 New Horizons for Learning. Retrieved 11 September 2007‚ from http://www.newhorizons.org/strategies/assess/wiggins.htm Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL). Keys to Learning. Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL). Retrieved 13 September 2007‚ from http://www.mcrel.org/keystolearning/default.aspx?tabid=2098 An examination of system level issues regarding what is
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Supporting Teaching and Learning 303 Whole class teaching Modelling The teacher will demonstrate to the class what is required and how they will proceed with an activity‚ they will explain to the class how to record written results. Use of whiteboard The teacher will use the whiteboard to provide a source of information for the children‚ They are able to write up their own ideas as well as the children’s to deliver any lesson. Carpet input discussion The teacher will use carpet discussion
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that is psychologically‚ socially‚ spiritually‚ politically‚ physically and economically balanced and beneficial to the himself and the society at large. For all this to be effectively achieved there is need for the use of technology in the teaching-learning process. 1.2. Technology Technology is the systematic application of scientific or other organized knowledge to practical tasks (Timothy et al‚ 1996). It is both a process and a product. It deals with audiovisuals‚ tools‚ techniques‚ systems
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C. Adam Harness 4/26/13 Constructivism Learning and Teaching Model The constructivism model in the classroom is a theory created to explain how and what we know. Building knowledge and problem solving are the main focuses for this model. From the analysis of our own experiences‚ both past and present‚ we “construct” our understanding of content. From doing things and reflecting upon them‚ we acquire information that can be useful in future applications. (Lamon‚ M. 2003). The model
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in 6th grade and decided to study Bilingual Commerce in which I received a Diploma in 11th grade at the age of 16. Throughout my years in High School I enjoyed having core subjects in English and I always remember Mr. Jones who was my English Teacher in 10th and 11th grade. He never spoke a word in Spanish and if you dare ask a question in Spanish he would ask you to pause‚ think and formulate your question in English. It was a good experience for my classmates who were making an effort to learn
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this course as guides. You may also want to have a fellow teacher critique your work to get another point of view. Objectives: • • • • • Explain the role of research in the improvement of teaching and learning. Utilize professional journals‚ research organizations‚ and other resources to describe trends in education. Explain quantitative research methods and experimental design. Explain qualitative research methods and design. Explain action research methods and design. ©2009 University of
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purpose of this study is to investigate and describe the teachers ’ perceptions of usinginstructional technology‚ so that patterns can be found to develop an effective inserivcetraining program. Three most common themes of the inservice teachers studied include:(1) the varying levels of expertise in using computers; (2) infrastructure problems; and(3) teacher training in technology. Drill-and-practice is the major use of technology. Thelevel of teachers ’ new curriculum innovativeness is directly related
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