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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-07-28)In this paper, I define and defend a form of interdisciplinary study as a means to better integrating all of students' formal and informal learning experiences. Through the theoretical perspective of constructivism, I argue ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-07-28)Elementary classrooms are full of children's literature. The classroom libraries hold stories of adventure, fantasy, and mystery and are the home of many beloved characters from the past and present. Children read these ...
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Children's Literature in Science Instruction: The Use of Children's Literature in 6th Grade Science (Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-08-11)This project will begin by presenting research about the effectiveness of using children's literature in science instruction. This research will be used to develop a unit plan for 6th grade earth and space science which ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-08-18)This essay addresses the use of graphing calculator and spreadsheet technologies in the area of Algebra. Through the examination of research pertaining to the implementation of graphing calculator and spreadsheet technology, ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-08-18)This comprehensive essay addresses the issue of literacy in language arts and in science as it relates to learners and learning, the learning environment, curriculum and instructional strategies, and assessment in the ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-08-18)This is an exploration of the qualities of effective educators and the strategies they employ in the classroom. Through various classroom experiences as a student and as a teacher, I have pondered what it is that a truly ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-08-19)This essay examines current and past research on the effects of teacher expectations on academic achievement, with a focus on research dealing with urban elementary schools. The essay concludes that while much of the ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-08-19)My capstone essay focuses on the importance of effective teacher language in the classroom and its affect on shaping positive student identities. Specific language, tone, attitude, and behavior that focus on positively ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-08-20)For young children, learning to work cooperatively with others is an important part of the learning that goes on in the classroom. Unfortunately, with increased pressure from state standards and tests, the limited time ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-09-12)Museums are informal environments that incorporate various elements of learning, such as: the learner environment, learners and learning, curriculum and teaching strategies, and assessment. This paper focuses on these ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-09-12)With a goal of exploring the impact of English language learners' (ELLs) affective and social needs on academic achievement, this paper examines the issue from four frameworks: the learner, the learning environment, the ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-09-15)Hawai'i is a culturally and ethnically diverse state, with the 2006 U.S. Census reporting the state's demographics as 40% Asian, 9.1 % Native Hawai'ian, 19.4% multiracial, 7.8% Hispanic or Latino origin, 24.7% white, and ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-09-15)The evidence supporting the inclusion of children's cultures and backgrounds into the classroom and curriculum is strong, and multicultural children's literature provides the perfect means to achieve this goal. Along with ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-09-15)My comprehensive essay will address the beneficial use of primary sources in history instruction for upper elementary grades. History textbooks emphasize breadth over depth, generalizations of historical events, and ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-09-15)An increasingly global economy and multicultural society are affecting our everyday lives, and it is important that we adapt to the changes that accompany such growth. One of the most prevalent and public challenges we ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-10-01)This essay explores the topic of teaching reading through the strategy of differentiated instruction. While the concept of differentiated instruction is discussed and some of the principles of reading instruction are ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-10-15)One issue that today's teachers face is figuring out ways to get students motivated about learning, especially in the area of mathematics. In the past, teachers have utilized computers with projector screens and internet ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-11-07)Recent educational reform and adaptation of learning theories to emergent literacy instruction recognize writing as developmentally appropriate for supporting young children's success in literacy. This child-centered ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2008-11-10)The purpose of this paper is to look at Kindergarten students and understand how they move from writing for themselves to writing for an audience. Kindergarten students are still young children and have difficulty taking ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-02-13)The purpose of this essay is to discuss effective practices for connecting home and school environments in order to facilitate the literacy development of students. Families should be included in the school environment as ...