Abstract This paper discusses the importance of activelearning, such as writing, engaging in discussions etc., which was the suggestion presented by the Association of American colleges in 1985. This idea brings forth the significance of a different sort of education, which encourages a student to participate in the learning process creatively.
Abstract This paper explains that one of the most common forms of learning disabilities is dyslexia, which causes a specific problem with reading not with thinking skills, and includes several illustrations of the way dyslexics "see" letters. The author points out that, although Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and learning disabilities are often lumped together, they are two separate concerns; some people with ADHD have difficulties learning, but frequently this is due to their distractibility rather than to any kind of inability to process information. The paper recommends counseling, behavior-modification, creating an environment of structured tasks and assisting with the establishment of self-esteem and relationship-building skills: The paper demonstrates an activity appropriate to increasing function. Several illustrations.
Table of Contents
Dyslexia
What They Don't See
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Brain Injuries
Genetic Diseases
Ways to Improve Cognitive Dysfunction
Activity
From the Paper "As seen on the Dyslexia Australia website, the first sample below has the words shown clearly. The second section of text is identical to the first; however, certain words are etched back so they are not clearly visible. As dyslexics are generally picture thinkers, they only see words to which they can place a picture. Read the first section of text. Read the second section of text, but only read the words that are clearly visible. Delete the words that are not. This is the way it may be read like a dyslexic, reading the pictures."
Abstract The paper focuses on education-based learning communities, with emphasis on New York State education-based communities. The paper evaluates the school district, teachers, parents, students and community partnerships that comprise the learning community. The paper states that the premise behind learning communities is the philosophy of integrated learning. Students are encouraged to become active members of their community by engaging in workshops and seminars sponsored by organizations and community programs that teach students real life skills. The paper concludes that this is in addition to the textbook learning they acquire through traditional curriculum and educational formats.
Outline:
Introduction
What are they?
What is the mission and purpose?
What are their benefits?
How can they be implemented in the curriculum planning process?
Who established them?
Where did they originate?
When did they become an educational trend?
How do they affect the technology trend?
Strategies to promote the learning culture?
Conclusions
References
From the Paper "Learning communities are established on the premise that students are better prepared for living a productive life if they learn not only within the school, but within their community. Experiences of their community help children grow into adults that are more readily able to connect with and become active and participating members of their communities. Learning communities are literally communities comprised of faculty, staff, students, administrators, family members, community agencies and organizations. Also important to learning communities are regional, state and national government representatives whose job it is to continue to provide funding and grants that support experiential and community-based learning."
Abstract The paper explains that when a firm establishes policies that foster learning and collective growth, it allows natural leaders to emerge within a flexible yet strong, diverse yet cohesive, organizational culture. The paper illustrates that as members learn, their input becomes more relevant and integral to the overall growth and performance of the organization. The paper relates that a learning culture consists of several key components. These include a pro-activity orientation, a commitment to learn, a positive assumption about the core of human nature, an assumption that the environment can be dominated, a commitment to diversity and an orientation toward the future. The paper concludes that the learning organization succeeds because of its long-term vision and commitment to growth, change and knowledge.
From the Paper "Pro-activity refers to positive, future-driven goals guiding organizational decisions and behaviors. When members assume a proactive approach, they are anything but passive: they take full responsibility for their role, their goal, and their mistakes. They support their teammates as well as the overall objectives of the organization because they are in favor of learning, growth, and constructive change. Furthermore, a learning leader assumes that his or her group will initiate learning activities: proactivity is not entirely taken for granted but the leader does assume that the organization will foster action and growth over stagnation and status quo."
Abstract This paper examines the process of teaching a first grade student to sing a scale from three different perspectives: behavioral, cognitive and information processing strategies. It looks at how in each case, the child must learn the following things: the eight tones of the scale, reproducing those tones, breath control and chaining the tones into the single unit.
From the Paper "Learning activities can be taught using a variety of methods, through behavioral, cognitive, and informational learning activities. One difficulty that comes with devising unique learning activities based on different theories, as overlap tends to occur as theories develop. At times, different theories of learning share traits. Constructivist theory, for example, shares a "building block" method with behaviorism, although the reasoning and process differs. This paper will examine the process of teaching a first grade student to sing a scale from three different perspectives: behavioral, cognitive, and information processing strategies. In each case, the child must learn the following things: the eight tones of the scale, reproducing those tones, breath control, and chaining the tones into the single unit. "
Abstract This research paper examines the introduction of cooperative learning strategies in the primary classroom and how cooperative learning enables students to become actively engaged in a collaborative student-centered learning process that develops both their academic and their social skills. The paper concludes that cooperative learning assisted students not only in their learning but also in their development of social skills and social interactions with others. The paper also recommends that more research should be vested in studying cooperative learning and cooperative learning techniques for further future application in the classroom.
Outline:
Introduction
Purpose Of The Study
Significance Of The Study
Rationale
Research Questions
Methodology
Literature Review
Summary Of Literature Reviewed
Findings
Conclusions
Recommendations
From the Paper "Sub Question six in this study asked if pupils social skills develop when they are encouraged to participate in group and class building activities? The task in this part of the study involved pupils carrying out various team and class building activities at the beginning of each day to develop social skills and peer interaction over a period of approximately 10 weeks. Observation of the researcher in this study indicates that pupils were introduced to one social skill for the week and that social skill was developed through a series of 5 different team or class building activities for the week. Pupils had never had a social skill target before, only academic targets but their familiarity with academic targets made the introduction of a social target straightforward."
Abstract The paper discusses the potential benefits of incorporating brain-based, activelearning, inquiry-based, hands-on participation and multiple intelligence-based methods of academic instruction in the classroom. The paper proposes a study that will use ordinary television and VHS educational programming as a means of improving learning among primary and secondary students. The paper relates the research questions, an abridged methodology and a timeline.
Outline:
Statement of the Problem and Purpose
Preliminary Literature Review
Research Questions
Abridged Methodology
Timeline
From the Paper "American education has evolved tremendously between the original one-room schoolhouse of the 19th and early 20th century to it modern incarnation. Instead of combined classrooms for primary and secondary school students, the contemporary American public education system provides progressive, graduated, age-appropriate instruction through the final year of secondary education. The first generation of American students used a single textbook, often sharing it with another classmate. Even throughout most of the last century, students in every grade still used the exact same textbooks as preceding class and the texts themselves updated only after a decade or more of use; in many instances, it was not uncommon that students used the same textbooks as had their parents."
Abstract The paper explains that hands-on learning is being involved with in-depth investigations about objects, materials, phenomena and concepts and interpreting meaning and understanding from these experiences. The paper discusses how hands-on learning incorporates more discovery type of learning and less pencil and paper education. The author describes how he/she plans to incorporate hands on learning into his/her science curriculum.
From the Paper "The concept of hands-on learning stems back to early education philosophy. In the early 1800s, Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi argued that rather than dealing with words, students should learn through activity and things. They need to be free to follow their own interests and draw their own conclusions. He put a strong focus on the child's spontaneity and self-activity. Teachers should not give students ready-made answers, but have them locate the answers themselves. In order to do this, it is necessary to cultivate and encourage their powers of seeing, judging and reasoning (Silber, 1965, p.140). The goal is to educate the entire child-- hands, heart and head."
Abstract This research paper begins with an introduction to cooperative learning strategy. The author then chose three articles that show how research over the years examine the way cooperative learning in bilingual classrooms benefits limited English proficient students and what activities teachers can integrate in classrooms in order to meet the needs of diverse language learners. The summary of the articles is followed by a discussion, specific examples of the implications for classroom practice, and ways that one can apply theory to practice.
From the Paper "It is a challenge today for educators to meet the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students. Yet, cooperative learning instructional strategy is found to be one of the most effective ways to promote successful academic achievement, language acquisition, and social development for English language learners. When classroom activities are meaningful, interesting, and relevant, learning is occurring at every level. In successfully organized groups, language minority students will gain proficiency in English, and their native language."
A outline of organizational learning which is a process of improving actions through better knowledge acquisition, clearer understanding and improved performance.
Abstract The paper is an overview of organizational learning and how it links to competitive advantage. The paper addresses organizational learning in the context of small and medium sized firms (SMEs), and explains why it is different from large organizations. The paper continues by noting how organizational learning is linked to competitive advantage in SMEs. The paper focuses on the role of the owner-manager and attempts to address his problems.
From the Paper "It is a method of detecting and correcting errors. A learning organisation is not just an organisation which carries out extensive training, but also an organisation which facilitates the learning of all its members and continuously evolves itself, thus creating competitive advantage. Research on organisational learning suggests that knowledge may be a key source of competitive advantage for firms. "Knowledge-based competitive advantage is unique to each organisation and cannot be replicated by other firms". It can be argued that in the long term learning will only provide competitive advantage to organisations that learn faster and better than their competitors."
This paper discusses the theories of Lev Vygotsky, Albert Bandura and B.F. Skinner to evaluate the potential link between learning disabilities and juvenile delinquency.
Abstract This paper explains that children with learning disabilities can easily become alienated from their families, schools and legal authorities. Alienated disabled children are more likely to associate with other alienated children, encouraging each other to commit acts of hostility and delinquency. The author points out that the social learning theory, which states that aggression is not inherited but rather learned through a process called behavior modeling, is the behavior theory most relevant to criminology. The paper concludes that there is no conclusive relationship between learning disabilities and delinquency; however, more research is needed to show that early signs of violence in children can be linked to their environment and a violence-prone history of hyperactive behavior.
Table of Contents
Learning Disability and Juvenile Delinquency
Specific Disabilities
Identifiable Traits
Vygotsky's Social Interaction
Zone of Proximal Development
Self-Regulation
Bandura's Observational Learning B. F. Skinner's Approach To Learning The Black Box Metaphor
Reinforcement and Repetition
Conclusion
From the Paper "Finally, using Skinner's Methods, a student needs opportunities available from his parents and teachers that will give him something to do, something to learn and feel the self-confidence, as he interact with various peers. The student in a conducive environment, receiving encouragement and attention, will take on this learning responsibility and find areas of interest that will mold him for life (Skinner 1969). Students with learning disabilities have more difficulty than others in grasping concepts and communicating information in class. To be effective and ensure learning is taking place, teachers should modify their instruction to meet the various learning styles and abilities of each student with learning disabilities."
Tags: behavior-modification, interaction, learned, behavior-modeling, research
Abstract This paper assesses the behaviorist's perspective on learning and its capacity to explain the human learning process within the workplace setting. The paper starts by introducing the development of the perspective of behaviorism on learning, comparing it with three other equally important theories of learning, namely, cognitivism, humanism and constructivism. Next, the paper critically assesses the learning theories of behaviorism and its application to current workplace settings and explains the shortcomings of behaviorism revealed by this study.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Behaviorism and Cognitivism
Behaviorism and Constructivism
Behaviorism and Humanism
Critically Analysis of Behaviorism to Current Workplace Learning Classical Conditioning
Connectionism
Contiguity Theory
Contingency Schedule
Disequilibrium Hypothesis
Habit Family Hierarchy
Summary
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "The school of Behaviorism primarily has two agents, that is, the teacher and the student. The teacher is obliged to set the path of learning by identifying, calculating and perceiving the objectives, while the student is compelled to achieve these objectives and also produce reactions derived from external/internal motivation. The assumption set forth by the behavioral scientists is that if the humans are given a particular controlled-environment, they can be trained to behave in a particular way, on a consistent basis. This theory had been initially tested with mice and the positive results of those studies motivated the researchers to enhance and broaden their theory to include humans. The outcome of the relationship between the teacher and the student has produced positive outcomes (David C. Leonard, 2002)."
An review of "Activity Based Management for Service Industries, Government Entities and Non-Profit Organizations" in which it describes activity based systems (ABS).
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, 2006, $ 26.95
Abstract This paper presents the author's perspective in "Activity Based Management for Service Industries, Government Entities and Non-Profit Organizations". The paper shows how the book focuses on providing information to managers that is vital to modern business concerned with cost management. Specifically, the book discusses activity based systems (ABS) that examines company profits in relation to activities generated by the organization.
From the Paper "The Author's Perspective: Activity Based Management Activity Based Management for Service Industries, Government Entities and Non-Profit Organizations focuses on providing information to managers that is vital to modern business concerned with cost management. The book discusses Activity Based Systems (ABS) that examine company profits in relation to activities generated by the organization. This process blends into the concept of Activity Based Costing (ABC), which allows management to comprehend profits that are derived from products currently in the market. As these elements are focused upon, Activity Based Management (ABM) then proceeds to determine which factors contributing to the organization are effective, and where costs can be reduced through Activity Based Budgeting (ABB). Proper budgeting through this system allows managers to plan the finances of the organization in a manner that will align the company with the competition, and provide for a stronger economic future (Brimson & Antos)."
Abstract The paper defines the current state of Web-based training and learning systems, including computer-assisted instruction. The paper further analyzes the coverage of distance learning, which is experiencing significant growth worldwide. The research presented in this paper discusses the market dynamics driving the significant adoption of Web-based learning on a global scale. The paper examines a study from Stanford University that underscores the effectiveness of using Web-based learning globally to increase skill levels, marketability of students, and the accomplishment of personal and professional objectives on the part of students.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Distance Learning Explained
Global Reach of Web-Based Learning Key Companies and Universities in Web-Based Learning Web-Based Curriculum Development
Web-Based Learning Results and Outcomes
Summary and Conclusions
From the Paper "In defining distance learning its' best to look at what industry experts have to share in terms of insight. Sloan Consortium (2005) in its landmark report, Growing By Degrees: Online Education in the United States, 2005 explored the definition of distance learning. In its definition the Sloan Consortium created a table showing the progression of distance learning by the proportion of content delivered online. Table 1 provides the Sloan Consortiums' key insights in the definition of distance learning."
Abstract This paper examines how, based on the studies that have been done to date regarding the best time for learning an academic subject, such as science, it is recognized that more research on the relationship between time of day and student learning is clearly needed to help each student maximize his/her potential. It looks at how the studies already completed do indicate that, rather than trying to find a consistent time of learning for all children of a certain age, it may be necessary to adapt by developing programs that meet the preferred learning time and learning style; this would include new approaches, such as nontraditional and flexible school hours, off-school web-based learning, and readjusting the student's time-of-day preferences with his/her more challenging subjects.
From the Paper "Another study (Klein, 2001 ) looked at the hours of optimal attention in older pupils who appeared to vary in their mathematical ability. A sample of 204 fifth graders and 202 tenth graders were divided into three groups (high, average and low ability) on the basis of their mean yearly mathematics achievement scores. They were asked to report on their attention levels throughout the day. Findings showed that fifth graders' attention levels were especially high in the afternoon, and tenth graders reported increased concentration during the morning. Tenth, but not fifth graders, showed significant interaction between mathematics achievement and attention levels at various times of day."
