...Compare/Contrast Essay When utilizing the rhetorical strategy of comparing and contrasting in relationship to literature, a number of pieces of can qualify. In particular, the idea of leadership is arguably one of the most written about topics with regard to comparing and contrasting. Throughout history, it can be argued that the majority of successful societies have been based upon effective divisions of leadership. Accordingly, in their pieces of literature, The Tao-te Ching and The Qualities of the Prince, Lao-tzu and Machiavelli have sought to convey a more complete and concrete understanding of their respective definitions and duties of a ruler (leadership). The theme of political leaders and their intricate relationship with society indeed validate itself within both texts. However, both Lao-tzu and Machiavelli approach this issue from almost entirely opposite positions, though sharing minute similarities. Lao-tzu appears to focus the majority of his attention on letting problems or situations take their course, and consequently good would prevail. On the contrary, Machiavelli advocates the necessity for a successful leader, or prince, to take control of his deeds, and the skills or qualities necessary to maintain power. Since both writers propose a question as to what is in essence the same dilemma, effective leadership, it becomes almost natural literary etiquette to contrast the two in an effort to better understand what qualities a prosperous leader must possess. Despite...
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...goals, objectives, and a clear path is an obvious mistake that any teacher could make. The greatest idea will fall flat without understanding what to consider when lesson planning, and as we know all lessons require knowing how to reach specific students and how to respond to their needs as a student. Outlined in this paper is the Framework for Teaching, Core propositions, comparison of framework and propositions, main factors to consider when lesson planning, and how to identify the difference between goals and objectives, as well as observable and measurable objectives. Charlotte Danielson's Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework for Teaching (2007), Danielson used the Praxis III assessment and created organized responsibilities for teachers. Within this, there are four domains that were covered in The Framework for Teaching; planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction and, professional responsibilities. She outlines what each of the four domains is and clearly states the key concept and thesis. In 1987, The National Board of Certified Teachers (NBCTs) created a policy of the vision of accomplished teaching that they had. NBCTs also created The Five Core Propositions to “form the foundation and frame the rich amalgam of knowledge, skills, dispositions, and beliefs.” The Five Core Propositions are: teachers are committed to their students and their learning, teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to the students, teachers...
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...Tutor: Baclay Mullins Differences between the United Kingdom and Vietnam Thao Quan Q5189097 DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND VIETNAM Thao Quan Globalisation has brought about several benefits to not only countries and their economies but also their citizens. It can be seen that people in the mordern world can travel through borders of nations much easier than they did many years ago. People in Vietnam and the United Kingdom are not the exceptions. Despite the distance of 5774 miles, some choose to study and work in the United Kingdom, whereas, there are a lot of people choosing Vietnam as one of their travel destinations. Comparing these two countries, there are three significant differences that people can easily realize: climate, cost of living and education. When taking first steps on one of these two countries, innitial impression that travelers can experience is the difference between the climates of the United Kingdom and Vietnam. Regarding Vietnam, its weather is humid in general and moderately hot. There are two climate parts in this country: monsoonal weather in the North and tropical weather in the South. While the North of Vietnam has four seasons, which is quite similar to the United Kingdom, the temperature in the South rarely drops below 25 degrees C (even at night) and there are long dry periods with high humidity and a couple weeks of heavy rains...
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...receiving test results that may seem of little consequence to most but to them it says they are not good enough, or smart enough. Many students have received these results and felt the disappointment it can bring not only to their academic life but also how it melts into their self-esteem and self-worth. Even a teacher feeling they have failed there students, being unable to achieve certain marks knowing students will suffer not only academically but also loose funding for programs that they so desperately need or want. These negative connotations along with incidents of impropriety have come to light in the process of standardized testing in our schools across the nations. Standardized testing has created a test driven education, altering teaching strategies with a higher stress environment for not only teachers but students as well, and has great consequences for all involved if they fail to meet mandated scores. History of Testing Testing isn’t new to education yet it has changed dramatically from where it started many years ago. The history of testing dates back for many centuries for many different reasons including our military, but most are centered on education and its effectiveness as a whole. When the military introduced aptitude tests they where to help find suitable candidates for positions such as officers, and other special training programs to place them quickly into those areas where they would be most productive (Gallagher, 2003, p.87). The same thought...
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...closer examination, the alignment, character counterpoise, varied use of exposed tip and hidden tip point to the possibility in the calligrapher’s casual manner of writing. I will analyze the inscriptions of the Buddhist Pagoda in comparison to Chu Suiliang’s Yan Pagoda Prefaces to the Holy Teaching; both works of calligraphy aim to praise those disseminating Buddhist ideas and teachings. In addition, these two works are good for comparison since they had been written during the Tang dynasty . According to the descriptions in addendum by the Art Institute of Chicago, the long inscription carved into the left side of both slabs states that the family of Jia Heida commissioned this pagoda in honorable devotion to his deceased parents. The work is replete with Buddhist metaphors and allusions to the Buddha’s life, the text opening with a bleak perspective on the physical world and then praising both Buddhist teachings of spiritual redemptions and secular values of Chinese filial devoition. The inscription closes with a prayer extolling Buddhist principles. A similarity between the two works of calligraphy that stands out are the hints of clerical script in the midst of standard script of the time, the kaishu. Although this does not appear so frequently, the attenuated end tips of strokes appear in characters such as ‘tian 天’ (7th column, 3rd row) and ‘da 大’ (5th column, 12th row). The character ‘da’ also appears in the work of Chu’s (4th column, 1st row). The thickening...
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...guitar using the pick-up of an acoustic guitar and stores it in a file. It compares this file with a pre-recorded file of that chord from the database. It will show a graph to the user depicting how close he is to the correct method. The project also provides for a guitar tips section. In this sections the user can get general tips about the guitar, how to handle the guitar, maintenance of the guitar, etc. 1. INTRODUCTION Apart from professional life everyone needs some space to do some extra activities or hobbies like reading, swimming, trekking or MUSIC. Music is the best option of all & always preferred by many. Many people in modern world love to play guitar. This project is made with an aim of teaching guitar to beginning guitar players. The project is helpful for teaching how to play basic chords of guitar in an easy, effective and...
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...of knowledge. American teachers tend to develop students creative and logical thinking ability. However, in China, teachers prefer their students to follow their theory of teaching. Mostly, Chinese principles of teaching are traditional and tight, which cause Chinese students are known as high marks but poor competence when comparing with Western students. With globalization increasing, children who study in the traditional Chinese education environment cannot adapt themselves to the modernized competition quickly. I want to improve teaching in China by introducing these effective instructional theories in the country. I would like to take a part in being a positive influence in the lives of the youth our society. Basically, I do not have any background in education area, but I have an half-year experience with an autism boy whose name is Justin. He has a mentally disease which comes with social challenges, such as his poor reciprocity. My job is taking care of him, and sometimes I need to teach him some behavioral habits step by step. For example, I taught him to put his shoes back when he forgot to do it after he came back home. At first he did not listen to me, but I kept asking him to do it again and again. After several times, he received my massage and remembered to put his shoes back.. Teaching him develop my patience and tolerance. I realized that education is a construction work, which needs time and passion to build up. Moreover, he is 22-years old but has a mental...
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...has prompted businesses to develop international codes of ethics that are used world wide as a standard of ethics no matter what culture or country one is dealing with; this has assisted businesses in making sure that all employees are following the same code of ethics and keeps the company running ethically. Two countries that have had many articles written their ethical perspectives are Brazil and China; these articles also give an overview of the study used to compare ethical differences between American and Brazilian MBA graduates working during the study. In the article concerning the ethical perspectives of Brazil and China, the Chinese believe that communication is the key component in business affairs; employees of both domestic and international companies must use communication to complete any business deals or transactions. One influence that sets the Chinese apart from other countries in their way of ethics is that their base ethics teachings are based off the teachings of Confucius. Confucius was known as a political figure, educator, and a thinker; his teachings have become the foundation on how the Chinese perceive education of man and give direction on how a person should live their life. Confucius’s teaching gives a guideline on how one should interact daily with others and what form of governments in which one should participate. A study was completed comparing the business ethics of MBA graduates in Brazil to those in the United States; the results of this...
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...emphases are needed to put on those technical sciences subjects which are between basic sciences and practical courses. Based on that, a safe conclusion can be drawn that higher vocational education is vital. Throughout the world, UK and Germany are two most typical countries in applied science and technology education. This essay will be stated in three main aspects: course pattern, curriculum arrangement and assessment. Course Patterns In UK, the government adopts VET (Vocational Education and Training) system in which vocational education aims to impart the indispensable work related knowledge needed to practice in the related occupation or profession, including the underpinning theory and knowledge of relevant techniques. The standards for vocational education are defined in terms of courses and their syllabuses....
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...Achievement Standard |Subject Reference |Biology 2.4 | |Title |Demonstrate understanding of life processes at the cellular level | |Level |2 |Credits |4 |Assessment |External | |Subfield |Science | |Domain |Biology | |Status |Registered |Status date |17 November 2011 | |Planned review date |31 December 2014 |Date version published |17 November 2011 | This achievement standard involves demonstrating understanding of life processes at the cellular level. Achievement Criteria |Achievement |Achievement with Merit |Achievement with Excellence | |Demonstrate understanding of life processes at |Demonstrate in-depth understanding of life |Demonstrate...
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...Assignment 2 | BSBCUS501C | Manage quality customer service | | Micheala Evers | Student Id# 368512940 | | Profile of Customer services activities of "The Open Training and Education Network" (OTEN) 1. What is the name of your nominated organisation, what products and services does it deliver and how do such products and/or services meet your needs or your organisation’s needs? (350 words) The Open Training and Education Network (OTEN) is a Registered Training Organisation and a business unit of Western Sydney Institute, TAFE NSW, providing distance and online education and training services. It is the largest non-classroom based VET organisation delivering flexible distance, vocational and e-learning training in Australia. Being the largest provider of distance education and vocational training in Australia, the goal of OTEN is to provide our valued students with high quality education and training @ your own place by offering customised and flexible distance and e-learning delivery arrangements. OTEN has formed partnerships with business, industry enterprises, local communities and government organisations. These connections enable them to design and deliver customised training programs to meet the needs of their customers. Potential customer research * online enrolment form (OTEN web site) * partnership with seek learning * external VET researcher "John Mitchell & associates" * consultation with external stakeholders ...
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...Interdisciplinary Management Research V QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN EDUCATION Suzana Vlašić1, Smiljana Vale2, Danijela Križman Puhar3 3 smiljanavale@net.hr Financial Manager, Maistra d.d., Croatia, danijela.krizman.puhar@maistra.hr 2 ____________________________________________________________ ____ Abstract Having considered the current situation of the Croatian educational system and the quality of all its individual components, we can’t help but notice that the awareness of the importance of education as a foundation for the growth and development of each country isn’t strong enough. Education quality is becoming increasingly important for those who are involved in it either directly or indirectly, and for those who use its services. Access to education and quality education are to be regarded as mutually dependent and indivisible needs and rights. This is primarily achieved by developing creativity, civic and democratic values, as well as by knowledge, abilities and skills needed for everyday and professional life. Basic education is not sufficient or complete, and therefore should be considered only as a basis for learning that needs to be used all life long. Lifelong learning for all has become one of the pillars of development. Quality management is a part of management aimed at achieving quality goals through planning, monitoring, assuring and improving quality. Involving all members of the organization brings us closer to total quality control (Total Quality...
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...Dalton Sherman Video Amber. D, Coomer EDUC 503 November 11, 2012 Dr. William Gillum INTRODUCTION Teaching can be described as a noble profession, maybe the noblest of them all. It as David Haselkorn said “Teaching is the essential profession, one that makes all other professions possible” (1996) Those words seem to have gotten lost in light of recent attacks upon teachers union and in general teachers themselves. As most often times it has been said that those that can do and those that cannot teach, which in itself is a stab at those that do teach. While the nobility of teaching can be debated, the degree in toughness in which the teaching profession has risen cannot. Teaching is one of the most important jobs in any society and often one of the most thankless as well. BELIEVE When those days of thanklessness are too broad to bear, all one needs to do to be given inspiration is to watch the video of the speech, given by 5th grade student Dalton Sherman at the Dallas Independent Teachers Conference in 2008 (2008) In the speech, then eleven year old, Dalton Sherman gives the back to school kickoff address to some 20,000 teachers. Sherman inspires his crowd, saying, "I can do anything, be anything, create anything, dream anything, become anything" (Sherman, 2008),such powerful words, coming from such a young mind. Reiterating that as student, he has the power and ability to have faith, not only in his own abilities, but has faith in the abilities of all those that have...
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...internet for information in the classroom. It is very important that every requirement is implemented and used, if not we are only cheating the student of his/her education. The “No Child Left Behind Act” has made states responsible to make sure every child is technologically literate by the time they reach the ninth grade. The United States Dept. of Education says race, ethnicity, gender, income, geographic location, or disability is not an issue and every child will get the same instruction as the child next to them. This is very important and should be the main focus of schools in the United States. We must make sure every child can further education and be prepared to move forward in today’s world. The National Educational Technology Standards expects students to use the basics of technology. Technology should be included in the curriculum as an extra tool. This can be used to solve problems, finish projects, and be more creative in the classroom. By using technology to help with projects, students...
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...An Exploratory Study Comparing Two Modes of Preparation for Online Teaching Dawn Hathaway Priscilla Norton* George Mason University Abstract Few online high schools report requiring online education for their teachers, and few programs exist to prepare teachers to teach online (Smith, Clark, & Blomeyer, 2005). Professional development for online teachers continues to be a concern, and evaluative research that examines the effectiveness of various types of professional development is needed (Archambault & Crippen, 2009). The purpose of this exploratory study was to compare differences in online teachers’ selfreported frequency and confidence in performing online teaching tasks between teachers who had completed a comprehensive preparation program and teachers who participated in a one-day face-to-face workshop. Results found no differences between the groups and challenge conventions related to the nature and role of teacher preparation in online teaching. (Keywords: teacher education, online teaching, professional development, online learning, teacher preparation) nline learning at the K–12 level grows substantially each year. The issue is no longer whether or not online learning is or should occur, but rather how it is implemented. Watson, Murin, Vashaw, Gemin, and Rapp (2011) reported that, as of late 2011, online and blended learning opportunities exist for at least some students in all 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia and that there are now 30 states with full-time...
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