Choose one type of play material or play center and discuss how it could be used in a purposeful situation

Choose one type of play material or play center (e.g., blocks, housekeeping, art center) and discuss how it could be used in a purposeful situation and how it could be used in a serendipitous situation (a “teachable moment”). How is the set-up different for each situation?

Mentoring in special education is discussed.

These questions are pondered: How does a mentoring program differ from an induction program? Are mentoring and induction programs equally effective? What kind of support is available for new teachers that Participate in these types of programs? As a paraprofessional, what will your role be in a mentoring and/or an ...continues

Public Speaking

Why do some people say the first 30 seconds are the most important moments of a presentation? Then reflect back to a presentation you witnessed as an audience member. Was the speaker effective? Why or why not? What could have made the presentation more effective?

Effective Presentations, Research, and Public Speaking areas are included.

This job offers ideas to conduct a literature search and locate several journal articles and sites related to effective presentations, research presentations, and public speaking.

How does the physical classroom environment affect student behavior?

How does the physical classroom environment affect student behavior? What impact does parental support have on student behavior and achievement.

When developing the Teacher Work Sample, what type of information is important to obtain about the community, district, and the school?

When developing the Teacher Work Sample, what type of information is important to obtain about the community, district, and the school?

Reality and fantasy, truth and propaganda

“The greatest challenge facing mankind is the challenge of distinguishing reality from fantasy, truth from propaganda.” ----- Michael Crichton How has your university education better prepared you to discern between "reality" and "fantasy." between "truth" and "propaganda?"

Why should business students have to study composition, Mathematics, Science and Sociology?

Part of this week's Overview asks the reader to explain the value of the general education component to the professional degree program. This reader understands this to mean, "Why should business students have to study composition, Mathematics, Science and Sociology?"

Purpose, major elements, uses, and concerns regarding a Teacher Work Sample

What is the purpose of a Teacher Work Sample? What are the major elements of a Teacher Work Sample? How is the teacher work sample used in the classroom? What are some questions and concerns about the teacher work sample? a.Purpose b.Major elements c.Use in the classroom d.Questions and/or concerns

Pride and Integrity of Oedipus Rex and A Raisin in the Sun are briefly examined.

This posting offers ideas to compare and contrast the Pride and Integrity of the two plays, Oedipus Rex and A Raisin in the Sun.