...My Ideal Classroom within my ideal school A Classroom is a place where individuals gather for the purpose of learning and studying. The classroom may be of a primary school, an elementary school, a college or a university - but the purpose remains the same. In order to get the most of the learning process, there are certain standards that a classroom should meet. A classroom should be in a way where students can comfortably spend their time, getting the most of their study and where teachers can be at comfort too, to provide the sublime education. Without proper configuration and set-up, an ideal classroom cannot be made. The environment, room plan, decoration, and utilization of a classroom have a huge impact on how a child learns and behaves. This semester-long project will help you learn techniques for setting up your own classroom in a way that will enhance student learning. You will research and write about an 'ideal' early childhood classroom. You will take a virtual field trip via the Internet to critique online classrooms. You will then design your own "Ideal Classroom" and present it to the ECD163 class. My first requirement will be parents that support me in my task of educating their children in the way I was trained to do. Myself and parents need a clear picture of the sort of person we would like a young person to become. Next I want a class full of students that enjoy learning. I want students that feel comfortable to voice their opinions about any...
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...and computers are developed. Mobile class records belong to this category. Android Mobile phones are increasing in popularity, not solely for business and personal but also for educational use. At all educational levels, android mobile phones are being use in the classroom to increase student’s organization, fasten collaboration, and maximize portability of technology. The teacher, being one of the major sources of information has to make sure that the pieces of information they impart and handle are systematic and organized. They have to strictly record attendance and monitor the performance of their students. Proper classroom management is therefore very vital to a teacher. Not being able to do so will greatly affect the effectiveness and efficiency of the teacher which would, in turn, somehow damage to the development of the student. Having mentioned the potentials of Android mobile phones, it can largely be of help to a teacher. Its portability will help a teacher manage the class efficiently wherever, in a classrooms particularly, which would guide him to efficiently manage in class. In relation with this, this study aims to develop a Mobile-based Class Record to guide teachers for effective and easier classroom management. Sad Inventory System TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Statement of the problem...
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...critical thinking skills which are imperative to the success of the student’s future. That is why in my opinion, it is imperative that we integrate technology in the classrooms successfully. There are so many different technologies that can be used for many different things in the classroom to help enhance the learning experience such as smart boards, digital media, computers, dvd’s , tutorials, apps, and the web just to name a few. However, to integrate these tools into the curriculum successfully, so that the students can get the best experience possible, I need to be properly trained. “There is growing interest in the integration of technology into the classroom. A range of initiatives have been launched to develop in service teacher training process that will strengthen this integration.” (Guzman,A.; Nussbaum, M. 2009) “Billions of dollars have been spent to bring computer technology into k-16 classrooms, since 1999, congress has devoted over $275 million to the Preparing Tomorrow’s Teachers to use Technology program. States and local districts have spent tax dollars to wire schools for internet access and to conduct summer computer technology academies for teachers.” (Royer, R, 2002) I must learn how to “align lessons with content standards, familiarize myself with the technology before using it in the classroom, prepare...
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...[pic] Global Management Studies GMS 200: Introduction to Global Management Fall 2009 (Section 2) INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION Professor: Dr. Shavin Malhotra Class Room: Main LIB072 Class Time: Friday 12:00 to 15:00 Office: TRS 1-101 Office Hours: Monday 14:00 to 15:00 E-mail: shavin.malhotra@ryerson.ca Phone: 416- 979 5000 x 2445 Teaching Asst.: Issa Guindo E-mail: iguindo@ryerson.ca COURSE INFORMATION Pre-requisites and/or Exclusions: None Posting of Grades and Feedback on Work: Grades on assignments and tests will be posted on the Blackboard site for the course. All assignments submitted for grading will be handed back within three weeks except for the final assignment which will be available for pick-up after official final grades are available. E-mail Communication: Students must use the e-mail address listed above to communicate with the instructor. Students are required to activate and maintain a Ryerson Matrix e-mail account. This shall be the official means by which you will receive university communications. Faculty will not respond to student enquiries from any other e-mail address. See Pol# 157 found at www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/ for further information on this issue. COURSE DESCRIPTION This course introduces the concepts and complexities of the contemporary global business environment with an emphasis on global competitiveness and the main functional areas of management: planning, organizing, controlling, and leadership. Topics...
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...MINIMUM that I would expect at this level. An A paper must: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Be well-structured or organized by using headings throughout the paper (not one long essay), i.e. Introduction; Executing Global Strategy; Global Virtual Teams; Action Plan; etc. Be comprehensive in its coverage of the material: include specific examples to justify what you are saying and where appropriate linking the paper to concepts such as the MBI, COF, Hofstede's values, Organizational Architecture model. etc. Incorporate references from the background reading materials as appropriate (or additional resources/references to augment what was included in class) [note: don’t go crazy with footnoted references. Just state the author in the paper, i.e., according to Lane et. al. … and then create a bibliography at the end, only if you are including references other than class reading requirements]. Although 2 and 3 are important, remember this is a management course and not an academic seminar. We are particularly interested in your management insights and not just your ability to show us that you have read the book. Make the links to the book, concepts, etc. where appropriate. Include a “Going Forward” section about how you can apply what you have learned to your world outside the classroom and/or change how you have been doing things....
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...Assistants Grant Garlinghouse (grant.garlinghouse@mba14.mccombs.utexas.edu) Course Objectives I have taught this course since late in the last century. Today, as we approach a second global recession, helping people learn how to grow firms as astutely as possible will play a role in speeding the beginning of a new recovery. When companies like Cisco and HP abandon major market segments, it is even more important to think critically about how to grow a firm’s products. Given the chaotic period that we are entering, I have made several significant changes to this course. First, I have done away with the individual midterm. The “next” recovery will be a group effort. So will your midterm. Second, I have assigned three books. These are some of the best books out there on how to think about innovation, competition and how to grow a business. They will become “let me read that again” go-to books that you will use long after you graduate from UT. To compensate for the heavy reading load, I have eliminated most of the background notes from the course. Third, we are going to take a critical look at what is going on around the world. I believe that more than ever before, global events will have a profound impact on our ability to grow or maintain healthy businesses. I fear that this new global recession will be deeper and more destructive than the one that hit us in 2007-2009, and that...
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...Instructor Name and Contact Information Instructor Jayaraman Vijayakumar Office Address School of Business, Snead Hall Room B3123 Office Telephone 804-828-7157 Office E-mail jvijayak@vcu.edu (preferred for communication) Faculty Office Hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday – 11-11.50 am, Wednesday – 4.10 – 6.40 pm, and by appointment if necessary for other times. Students are welcome to come into my office and do not need an appointment to see me during office hours. I will also generally be in my office most days from (Monday thru' Thursday at the very least) 10- 4 pm. I have almost (about 99%of the time) never refused to see a student who comes to my office without an appointment during these non-office hour times, but there may be occasions when I will say “could you please come some other time” because I have to attend other meetings or I have a very tight deadline to meet. To avoid the possibility of students being disappointed by coming in during non-office hours and not being able to see me, I request that you call me/email me and fix up an appointment before coming. Also, I have found email (jvijayak@vcu.edu) to be a very useful tool both for students and me in answering / clearing up most student questions / doubts. One request – Please do not knock on my door or ask to see me after 6.40 p.m. on Wednesday. I would like to have the minutes before class to myself to get ready for class. Student Learning Outcomes, Course Description, and...
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...because it is a better technique to manage your time between work, family and school. I can set my own time for education and still have ability to manage my time wisely. With 24 hours I can log in and submit my home work any time, if compare to traditional face to face learning environment I have to be in class at certain time and if I do not show up for the class. I will be marked absence. But as distance learning there is no set time that you have to be online and all you need is basic knowledge of internet. Ways my view of distance learning change since I started my classes is that I have made the correct decision in pursuing my education. First I was skeptical about distance learning programs because I was not familiar with the online classroom, how to submit assignment and how to reach your instructor. After visiting the University of Phoenix Website and seeing the outline and webpage, I was impressed to continue distance...
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...a year. For example :” Johnny graduated in the class of 2005”. You can also use class to describe two different things. Example “There are two different classes of detergent high efficiency and oxy.” The last definition that interest me was that you could use the word class to describe someone elegance in dress and behavior. For example “ She carries herself with a lot of class.” As I went through all the definitions I noticed that I do use the word “class” in those aspect but never really paid attention. I sat down and thought of why would those definitions come to mind when I thought of the word and I came to the conclusion that maybe it’s because its not something that I use in everyday life. When you say class I think of the classroom setting because I have a daughter in school and I am currently in school, So when my daughter comes home I say “ How was class baby ?” and she responds. Also when It relays to me in school I think what class do I have to take next semester?, what do I have to do for class...
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...OLS and eCampus Scavenger Hunt Question 1 What tab or link do you click on the student website to access course materials? Click the Classroom tab, and then click the Materials link. Question 2 What tab do you click to get to the University of Phoenix Library? Library Question 3 What document do you use to find out what assignments are due in your class? Syllabus Question 4 Click the Library tab, and then click the University Library link. Scroll down to view the Library Resources. What are the databases listed in General Resources? EBSCOHost and ProQuest® Question 5 What tab would you click to access the Center for Writing Excellence? Library Question 6 What tab would you click to access your account information, such as your profile, password, and address? Account Question 7 Click the Library tab, and then click the Center for Writing Excellence link. Which of the following is an automated review service providing feedback on basic grammar and usage? Hint: Scroll down to see the types of review services. Tutorials and Guides Question 8 How do you access the Main class forum in OLS? Click the Materials link. Question 9 What OLS forum is a private place for you to communicate with your facilitator? Individual Question 10 What icon shows next to messages posted by your facilitator? Graduation cap Question 11 What icon shows next to the messages posted by you? Person Question 12 What is the phone number to contact University of Phoenix Student...
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...Classroom Observation Conducting classroom observations are very important to the prospective teacher. Observing helps show how experienced teachers manage their classroom. For this observation it was important to notice how the classroom was arranged, how the teacher interacted with the students, the teacher’s management style, and interview the teacher. Upon speaking to the principal about observing he assigned me to Mrs. Johnson’s third grade class, because she was the best organized. I was surprised when I walked into the class and it was not pristine and in perfect order. Shelves are organized with baskets but the baskets are overflowing with books. I was glad to see that she actually used her classroom. My observations on the teacher’s management style, interaction with students, arrangement, mutual respect, enforcing and reinforcing classroom expectations, and preventative procedures and activities. The day I observed Mrs. Johnson’s classroom was a good day because not only did I get to see the interaction between her and her students she also had the other third grade class for a period and I got to see her interaction with students she does not have on a daily basis. She was very positive and never raised her voice once. If a student got too loud or was breaking rules she would call the students name and tell them to take a letter. She is very respectful with her students calling them ladies...
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...Normality We’re 7 million people sharing the earth. But how many are considered “normal”? When are people considered abnormal? Can a little thing as being born with a finger less, make you the black sheep in the classroom? Is it even possible to be normal? Today we’re 7 million people on the earth. Some have different skin colours, some are shorter and weaker than others and some a simply smarter. But none of these things matters in the real life. For example let’s say you’re very weak and not as high as the other boys in the classroom, but you are very smart. In the future, you would have a brilliant job. And some girls actually prefer smart boys over a strong and stupid one. But then again, some people say if you’re born with a noticeable disability, you would be considered abnormal. But I can prove that wrong. Let’s say that you’re on an institution for people who have a mental disability. You would be considered normal amongst those people. But if you’re in a regular class room they would consider you the abnormal one. And to prove it, let’s say that you’re a regular boy. You went over to visit a friend on the institution for people who have a mental disability. At the institution you would be the considered abnormal. Can any people actually be considered abnormal? Well that depends on how wide you think of the word “normal”. The truth is, we all live on the same earth, and even tho some have different skin colour, we all originate from the same race. Therefore you...
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...disadvantages of both learning environments. Harklau conducted her study over a 3 ½ year period. The subjects were newcomers to the San Francisco Bat area and were all Chinese ethnic students. She chose these students for the sample group because they represented the predominant group in the ESL program. Her study consisted of 315 hours of classroom observations, samples of homework, samples of schoolwork, school records, and 38 formal interviews. What Harklau found was that there were two significant ways in which the instructions differed. First was the organization and goals of instruction and second was the contrast in the types of social interactions that occurred in each environment. Organization and goals of instruction refers to how and written and spoken language was used, how teacher’s goals affected content, and how and to what degree feedback was given. Harklau found that while the mainstream classrooms offered lots of opportunity to get meaningful input and offered many opportunities for interactions in writing, there was very little opportunity for students to interact orally in the classroom. The classroom were structured very traditionally (in rows) and consisted of the traditional...
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...the warm-up activity is that they would have their materials (ex. Pencil and paper) out on their desk ready to begin the warm-up after the bell rings. Another behavioral expectation I would have of my students for the warm-up activity that before they begin the activity, they take time to reflect on the prompts I gave them for the assignment and begin to work quietly and individually. An evaluation method I would use to ensure that my students have an understanding of my behavioral expectations is to have a poster up on my wall that is a reminder of the classroom expectations and pointed out to the students who are not working on the warm-up. The classroom expectations are: RESPECT: your teacher, your peers, and your school, THINK: ask good questions, use your resources, open your mind to new ideas, PARTICIPATE: volunteer in class discussions, do your class work and home work, share your ideas with others. These classroom expectations would have been gone over the first day of school and given to the students in a handout that the students and the parents...
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...Since 1971, education spending in the United States has grown from $4300 to over $9000. That’s good, right? Unfortunately, over 40 years, our reading and math skills have completely flat-lined. The United states, currently, ranks 25th in math, and 21st in science, but we are a world power? There are over 7000 drop-outs A DAY, with a drop-out being EIGHT TIMES more likely to go to prison. This, of course, isn’t all on the student. Effective principals and teachers account for 60% of a child’s success. If this keeps up, it is estimated that by 2020, 123 million high pay, high skill jobs will be available, but we will only have 50 million people qualified to work them. That’s a deficit of 73 million! 73 million is roughly the population of New York, Texas, and California COMBINED. Mississippi only has 3 million. It is obvious that now more than ever we need teachers, but there are plenty of other reasons to become a teacher. It's virtually impossible to be bored or with a job as challenging as teaching. Your brain is constantly engaged in creative ways as you work to solve a vast amount of daily problems that you've never faced before. Teachers are lifelong learners who love the chance to grow and evolve. Your students will also keep you young by keeping you updated on current events and technologies that are popular with their age group. This will help you avoid being one of those people who still doesn’t know how to charge their iPhone. Anybody who enters teaching...
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