...many things throughout this experience but developing patience was the most essential to me. Prior to starting this position in the Service Learning Center program, my expectations were a little different. I expected this program to be strictly about helping young children develop good academic skills. Most importantly by helping them with homework and teaching them information, related to their assignments, that they did not understand. I expected to interact with kids strictly academically and maybe and few games from time to time so that the students can be enthused about learning and actually remember the information that they are learning. I expected this to be a very smooth learning and fun process for not only the children but me as well. What I actually experienced was a little different. The students had so much enthusiasm that they didn’t even wants to sit down to complete their homework assignments. Some of them were difficult to work with. As I stated before in my previous essay, there was a student who gave a lot of the student workers a hard time with his bold demeanor and his stubborn attitude. There was a particular time where I had to work with him and he was very disruptive and did not listen to anything I said. I had to confront the staff members about his behavior so that they can work with him because he was out of my control. Trying to keep a positive attitude, being a little stern and having patience while someone is constantly disrespecting you, was one...
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...My Reflective Journal Date: 15th April 2014 Time: 9.15am Setting: Training Room Subject: Reflection of My 1st Practicum. * Objective description of an experience. The practicum month was a hectic but wonderful experience for me. I settled my practicum issues in the morning while having teaching duties in the afternoon to fulfil and night classes to attend for my diploma too. On top of that, I had to prepare for my Parent Teacher Conference at the end of the month. I have piles of paperwork to prepare and clear in terms of my practicum and my portfolios for my 28 children. Three things I learnt during the practicum period is the importance of knowing how to handle stress,, the true meaning of the words, passion and patience, and the pressure of being an early childhood educator. * Reflections of my experience: * The importance of knowing how to handle stress. I was stressed out during this period as I felt that I didn’t have enough time, energy and hands to complete so many things at the same time. I was on the verge of breaking down at certain time during that period. Luckily for me, I had supportive family, friends and workmates. They helped me as much as they can and also gave me motivation and encouragement to push on no matter how demoralised or tired I feel. To complicated things, one of my family members was hospitalised during this period due to a viral infection. I had to rush to hospital every night if I dun have any night class. I was so tired that I could...
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...interested in Health, Wellness, and Fitness through association with my major in Dietetics, and that is why I choose to minor in this area. I have always had a person interest in fitness, but as I grew older I discovered that I enjoy teaching aspects of fitness as well. Back in my home town, I help my martial arts instructor teach taekwondo to young children. I always made happy and proud when I saw the kids I helped succeed. That is part of the reason I want to teach health, wellness, and fitness. As well as with the awareness that comes from being a dietetics major about the importance of health, I believe that is truly important that people are also active. As I dietician I can advise people on what they should eat, but I can also suggest fitness plans or activities they can do to stay active. I personally see myself working with younger children and teenagers. I feel that is crucial that we teach younger generations the importance to general health, physical fitness, and mental wellness. Parents have started viewing it as the school systems job to education young people about their changing bodies. It is important to educate children about their growing bodies because I remember thinking as a child that something was wrong with me when...
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...decision associated with parenting. Now that I have children in the third grade, reflecting on lofty expectations followed by a short temper after my hopes were dashed says a lot about leading by example. When reviewing various writings about parenting, pairing them with reflection on past behavior, it becomes very clear many lessons can be learned. Having patience, setting realistic goals and reacting to success or failure appropriately are all great marks to be judged by. While realizing no one is perfect, understanding the difficulties and struggles parents face with their children, as discussed by experts, having an owners manual for my children could come in very handy! Because parenting in general can by difficult, many studies have found the transition from infancy to adolescence even more difficult for fathers. Because the mother has time to bond with the child, specifically through labor and breastfeeding, fathers struggle to find a place and may not have appropriate time to bond. Some studies suggest playful interactions with their children as they grow can not only help a father bond with children but also help the father find and learn his role in parenting. (Machin, A. J. (2015). Remembering the early years of parenting, more...
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...For example, in Sycamore and Symmes, there were a lot of children who spoke multiple languages, and a few students who did not speak any English at all. I cannot even imagine how difficult it would be to interact with those students and make them feel included, but both Mr. Schneider and Mrs. Bethune did a good job of teaching them regardless. Music is a universal language, and the non-English speaking children imitated the tones, even though they didn’t get the words of the song correct. Such a diverse, inclusive environment undoubtedly helped the multicultural students to feel welcomed and comfortable, which is one of the most important things when dealing with younger students. This field experience was an eye-opening experience for me. I really enjoyed seeing such a diverse environment, watching great teachers instruct children in unique and powerful ways. Now I am even more convinced I would like to try teaching elementary schoolers. I loved matching their energy levels, as draining as it was, and interacting with them. Young students are by far the most impressionable, and music education starts at the elementary level. I want to be that teacher that instills a love of music in...
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...Watching Less TV Assalamu Alaikum everyone. I am Sayeda Anika Amin and I’m going to talk about the topic ‘Watching Less TV’. Nielsen research of America showed that the average American watch TV an average of 5.1 hours a day. 5.1 hours a day is nearly 2000 hours a year or 78 days i.e. 2.5 full months. Even though these figures reflect the American population, the figures for other regions don’t deviate much. With all this time spent watching on TV, I wonder how we even have time to do anything else! Just imagine if we would have spent the fraction of this time working on our goals, we’d already be making so much headway in our goals by now! Watching TV actually slows down our brain. Since TV is a one way medium, we don’t engage and interact while watching it. Rather we only sit and watch which make us sluggish and inert. Imagine spending most of the time in front of TV everyday-it’s a matter of time before you turn into a zombie. It’s not co-incidence that heavy TV watchers are also stagnant and passive people. Finally I would like to end with a quote, Groucho Marx, a famous American comedian and a film star once said, “I find Television very educational. Every time someone switches is on I go into another room and read a good book.” Divorce Rate in Bangladesh Assalamu Alaikum. I am Sayeda Anika Amin before you. I would like to share my thoughts on the topic ‘Divorce Rate in Bangladesh’. Twenty three divorce cases were filed a day on an average in 2013 calendar year in Dhaka...
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...cybercafé. Parents should have the responsibility to take care and teach their children. Parenting is very important for mental and physical development of the young generation. So, parents should be required to improve their parenting skills by spending quality time with their children, playing a vital role and are banned from smacking their children. Firstly, parents should spend more quality time with their children. According to Porpora (2012), “Oftentimes parents fail to be actively engaging with their children”. This is because their children stay with the babysitters or day-cares more to with their parents especially when their parents are at work. Considering this, parent must be involved in a schedule which includes children’s time with parents. The parents can plan the daily timetables carry out some activities with their children. For example, their parents can tell the bedtime story or can make the cookies together with their children (Hoch, 2012). Consequently, spending time with children is one of the ways to improve parenting skills. Furthermore, parents have to play a vital role in their children’s life. Parents should shape their children to avoid falling into unhealthy practices (Bernama, 2012).This is because children are just like a piece of white paper. Whatever parents do will be influence their children to learn their actions. If parents fail to be a good role model, children will become confused and might rely on their peers or other people which could...
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...An Event Which Change My Life Life indeed is a stage…… Do you knew someone’s life could be changed in bits outside the way and lifestyle that exist in one’s family?, My only imagination was whatever lifestyle that exist in my family everyone must follow suit, but I guess my notion was wrong after attending a church conference and thereafter receiving a special gift from one of the speaker. This gift, as an artifact, changed my life, and made me fully understand that one’s lifestyle can be changed towards that which tickles ones fancy and makes one stand out a unique person among family, friends and the World at large. Born of goodly parents, I learned the way of life, the purpose of my existence and what I need to do to find increased happiness in this mortal existence. In my youthful age, in the year 1990, the 14th day of April, I attended a church conference where I listened to the speakers; one of the speakers, Mr. John Walker, spoke on the topic “Christ- Centered Life” and the other, Mr. Smith, spoke on “Marriage and Family-Ordained of God”, that which caught my fancy. Christ-Centered Life: Mr. Walker who gave the talk on Christ-Centered Life quoted the words of President Benson, Having dedicated his life to serving the Lord, President Benson spoke with power and conviction when he shared the following testimony: “I testify to you that there is no greater, more thrilling, and more soul ennobling challenge than to try to learn of Christ and walk in His steps. Our model...
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...coaches, run out to the field and play the game. Playing baseball is something I’ve always loved to do. When I was younger, I never really thought about the disabled and their inability to play the game I love. That all changed when I met a man named Steve Singer. Steve is a man who dedicates his own personal time to help the disabled play the game of baseball. His dedication and perseverance in helping these mentally and physically disabled children play the game I love is most admirable and had a huge impact on me when I was younger....
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...OU questions One personal characteristic that I believe makes me suitable for the profession of Speech-Language Pathology is my patience. People have always told me that they admired how patient I am with young children. I have exhibited this patience throughout the past 12 years as a dance coach, a nanny and a waitress. Similarly, my flexible and easygoing demeanor will be very useful during therapy sessions and work as a clinician. My personal experience taught me that things do not always go as planned. As a professional, this flexibility will allow me to make changes and adapt a therapy plan when necessary. I saw the importance of adaptability during direct clinical experience with a child on the autism spectrum. Thanks to my early experience with dance, I was given the opportunity to work with children at a young age. My love for helping kids began when I became a dance teacher at my local dance studio. Ever since, I have aspired to work with children in some capacity. After shadowing a Speech-Language Pathologist for the first time, I quickly realized how my dream of helping children was going to be fulfilled. I knew that I had found my perfect career path. Throughout the past four years, my experiences have prepared me...
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...given me guidance and love. My mother is a very patient women, who helps me very much. My dad is a very responsible man who makes sure everything is okay. One characteristic of being a good parent is being responsible. That means that you go out and get a job. You buy food and provide shelter and clothing. It also means being mature enough to handle situations that need thought and care. Being a good parent you must also provide stability and stucture. Another characteristic of good parenting is being a good role model. You must provide guidance to your children so they can stay on the right path. You must teach them the importance of a good education and help them to succeed at it. You must also set good examples for your child. Don't just talk about it, be about it. You must have patience to be a good parent. Screaming and hitting a child is not a good example of patience. My parents take the time to talk to me. They explain life. The do"s and the dont's. Although, I am hard headed. I do realize that they love me and they are looking out for my best interest. Being a good parent is hard work but it's for a good cause. You need to have a strong household, with rules and structure. Role models are good people that want to become good citizens, and make excellent parents. Patients is an extremely important characteristic to good parenting. One day I hope to be a good parent as well. I will learn all the things I need to know...
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...activity, and human activities are multiple. However, theologians generally group the moral virtues around the basic cardinal virtues of prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude. Prudence The first of the four cardinal virtues and the most important as a fulcrum for all the other moral virtues is prudence. It is a special virtue infused by God into the practical intellect for the right government of one's actions in view of the supernatural end. Prudence is the most necessary of all the moral virtues because its function is precisely to point out and command the just mean or measure in regard to any and all human actions. It enables us to judge accurately what is the morally good thing to do under particular circumstances. The importance of the virtue of prudence is especially evident in certain aspects of human life. First, it helps the individual avoid sin, pointing out through experience the causes and occasions of sin as well as the opportune remedies. Secondly, it contributes to the increase and growth of virtue, judging in each instance what should be done or avoided in view of one's sanctification. Thirdly, prudence assists greatly in the works of the apostolate, whether in the pulpit the confessional, or elsewhere. There are three acts involved in the functioning of prudence: deliberation, judgment, and execution. Eight integral parts are required for the perfection of the virtue of prudence,...
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...at early childhood. This decides the child's attitude to education throughout life and its capacity to learn. Children start to learn early in life and though it may not be realized that even during the first few months of life the child begins experimenting with language. The attitudes towards literacy develop during this period and all important concepts of literacy expand during these years through the care of the adults and various forms of print that they chance to meet. This important form of literacy is composed of several key components according to the experts on literacy and this first of these is phonetic awareness. This is an understanding that speech contains many units like spoken words, syllables and sounds. The children gradually become familiar with names of letters, their shapes and sounds. Over a period of time they also develop the capacity to take every spoken word apart in terms of sound and also combine sounds to form words. (Promoting Literacy Activities in Early Childhood Settings) The children have to hear and say the parts of the word and then only they can learn to read it. They have to understand the importance of each sound in a word, as this is the only way they will learn to say the word properly and not develop too much of an accent or slang which will hurt the ability of individuals to understand it. For this purpose the children have to be provided with practice in matching sounds and letters. Even after they learn to say the words, they...
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...How to Teach Children to Conserve Energy It is important that we teach our children ways to practice energy conservation. Instructions 1 Explain to your children just how important conserving energy is. They may have heard you talk about it or mention it, but do they really understand what it means. Try giving them examples of why it is so important. There are many books that can help you explain the importance of energy conversation to your child and also give some tips on how to do it. 2 Make sure you practice what you preach. If you aren't being a good example, then your children will have no one to follow. Don't just tell them to turn off the lights when they leave the room, show them by always turning off the lights yourself. 3 Rent or find a video online about energy conversation techniques. Fun cartoon characters like the electricity lightening bug can help make learning fun and also make children take an active part in what they see. 4 If your children are older and they are not very good at conserving energy, try a one month energy experiment. While you may have to demand or bribe your children to participate, it will be well worth the effort. Show your children an electric bill and how many watts of energy your family uses in a month. Then go over ways to cut down your energy costs. For one month, make it a conscious effort to make sure that everyone does things like turning off lights when leaving a room, doesn't leave the television on constantly...
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...elect to provide a common type of setting to provide the readers an additional way to connect to the literature. Mona Simpson’s short story entitled “Coins” (Scheckner & Boyes 2008) is a story which provides many opportunities for the reader to make some type of personal connection by providing a story of an untraditional family setting. Simpson’s story provided a few important lessons that people need to keep in mind as they go about their daily lives. The short story sheds light to what should be important in a person’s life; what should be a priority, the lessons taught to children through hard work and love. After reading Simpson’s “Coins” I was face to face with the lessons that the story presented, forcing me to take a look at my priorities and family, thus allowing me a moment to reflect on what I truly cherish in my life, which is the love for my family and the importance of teaching my children the qualities of hard work in order to appreciate all that we have. The story of Lola, the housekeeper/nanny, was one that I was easy to make personal connections to and provided me with an analysis of how easy it is truly is to lose sight on the priorities in my life. Much like the parents in the story, I have, at times, allowed the outside world negatively impact my place in my child’s life. I have too often placed work as a priority over my family, keeping long and unusual hours, and depending on others to pick up my slack and duties with my child. My particular...
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