Download or read book Ideas and Insights written by Dorothy Jo Watson and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intended to provide elementary school language arts teachers with new and interesting teaching activities, this book contains over 100 teacher-tested classroom activities that are based on the whole language approach to learning. Chapters discuss the following: (1) a world of language in use; (2) literature points the way (including themes and organization, literature and experience, and extended literature); (3) making sense by reading (including predictions and expectations, reading awareness and control, invitations to read, and music, drama, and reading); (4) writing for self-expression; (5) learning to write by writing; (6) writing for an audience (including developing a sense of audience, and messages, notes, and letters); (7) reading, writing, listening, and speaking across the curriculum (including language arts across the curriculum, and reading and writing newspapers); (8) kids helping other kids: the collaborative effort (including cooperative learning, and games and holiday activities); (9) home is where the start is; and (10) valuing and evaluating learners and their language. The 15-page bibliography contains sections on read-aloud books, wordless books, extending literature and reading leading to writing, predictable language, predictable life experience books for upper elementary children, sing-along books, children's magazines, and publishers of children's writing. A list of teaching activities in the book is included. (SKC)
Download or read book Understanding Media written by Marshall McLuhan and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-09-04 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When first published, Marshall McLuhan's Understanding Media made history with its radical view of the effects of electronic communications upon man and life in the twentieth century.
Download or read book Where I m from written by Steven Borsman and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In the Fall of 2010 I gave an assignment in my Appalachian Literature class at Berea College, telling my students to write their own version of "Where I'm From" poem based on the writing prompt and poem by George Ella Lyon, one of the preeminent Appalachian poets. I was so impressed by the results of the assignment that I felt the poems needed to be preserved in a bound document. Thus, this little book. These students completely captured the complexities of this region and their poems contain all the joys and sorrows of living in Appalachia. I am proud that they were my students and I am very proud that together we produced this record of contemporary Appalachian Life" -- Silas House
Download or read book Pragmatic Thinking and Learning written by Andy Hunt and published by Pragmatic Bookshelf. This book was released on 2008-10-28 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Printed in full color. Software development happens in your head. Not in an editor, IDE, or designtool. You're well educated on how to work with software and hardware, but what about wetware--our own brains? Learning new skills and new technology is critical to your career, and it's all in your head. In this book by Andy Hunt, you'll learn how our brains are wired, and how to take advantage of your brain's architecture. You'll learn new tricks and tipsto learn more, faster, and retain more of what you learn. You need a pragmatic approach to thinking and learning. You need to Refactor Your Wetware. Programmers have to learn constantly; not just the stereotypical new technologies, but also the problem domain of the application, the whims of the user community, the quirks of your teammates, the shifting sands of the industry, and the evolving characteristics of the project itself as it is built. We'll journey together through bits of cognitive and neuroscience, learning and behavioral theory. You'll see some surprising aspects of how our brains work, and how you can take advantage of the system to improve your own learning and thinking skills. In this book you'll learn how to: Use the Dreyfus Model of Skill Acquisition to become more expert Leverage the architecture of the brain to strengthen different thinking modes Avoid common "known bugs" in your mind Learn more deliberately and more effectively Manage knowledge more efficiently
Download or read book The ESL ELL Teacher s Book of Lists written by Jacqueline E. Kress and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-04-14 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything educators need to know to enhance learning for ESLstudents This unique teacher time-saver includes scores of helpful,practical lists that may be reproduced for classroom use orreferred to in the development of instructional materials andlessons. The material contained in this book helps K-12 teachersreinforce and enhance the learning of grammar, vocabulary,pronunciation, and writing skills in ESL students of all abilitylevels. For easy use and quick access, the lists are printed in aformat that can be photocopied as many times as required. Acomplete, thoroughly updated glossary at the end provides anindispensable guide to the specialized language of ESLinstruction.
Download or read book Actionable Learning written by Terrence Morrison and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Educators as Learners written by Penelope J. Wald and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2000-02-15 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can schools develop a shared vision that embraces the aspiration of all members of the school community? How can members of a learning community work together to build the knowledge and processes needed for student success? This book describes a professional development model that supports educators and families in learning and growing together. It offers a theoretical framework and practical guidance for renewing the capacity of schools to produce positive results for all children. * Part I: Cornerstones discusses concepts, assumptions, and leadership qualities of an effective school-based staff development model. * Part II: Process presents lively case studies and activities that show how to build professional learning communities. It describes strategies to help teams engage in meaningful dialogue and discovery. * Part III: Tools for Learning is filled with practical, field-tested staff development tools that complement the process of building school-based professional learning communities. This book embraces principles of collegiality, inquiry, learning, and community. It is written by practitioners for practitioners in the hope that collegial learning will be a renewing force in schools during these times of change. Note: This product listing is for the Adobe Acrobat (PDF) version of the book.
Download or read book Dino Draw and Write written by Amaliya Books and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-02 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dino Draw & Write Notebook contains pages printed with picture box for drawing as well as lines for handwriting practice. The paper is ideal for young children learning to write and draw. Here are some ideas: Learning the Alphabet: Children can draw, paint, color pictures relating to a letter of the alphabet to incorporate it at an earlier stage. Learning Numbers and their Value: Children can practice numbers by drawing a number of objects within a theme, or holiday activity to represent the number. Learning Shapes and Numbers: Children can draw a designated shape and practice to write the shape word. It's perfect for the primaries, preschoolers and even toddlers in learning how to write, shape and draw. So, unlock their creativity with this draw and write notebook to help them increase their imagination, ingenuity, creativity, and confidence. Let these young ones express themselves, write and draw their own stories, create their own characters, heroes, tales, and so much more with this creative writing notebook.
Download or read book Writing Pathways to Student Success written by Lillian Craton and published by CSU Open Press. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A collection of short essays written by and for instructors of college writing that examine life lessons that both students and instructors learn from first-year composition courses"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Carson Personalized Dino Handwriting Practice Paper for Kids Notebook with Dotted Lined Sheets for K 3 Students 120 Pages 6x9 written by Rob Cole and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-02-06 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Handwriting Practice Paper for Kids Notebook with Dotted Lined Sheets for K-3 Students 120 pages 6"x9"
Download or read book DRAW and WRITE JOURNAL for KIDS DINOSAUR written by Pretty Mind and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-30 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautiful The Dinosaur's diary Primary Composition Notebook as Back to Schools for Teachers and Students - 110 Pages, 8 x 10 inch This Draw and Write a story journal is perfect for school and home activities 110 primary composition notebook k-2 pages (104 pages primary journal and 5 pages notes paper) Half write and half picture box Perfect sturdy matte softbound cover 8 x 10 perfect size for your purse, tote bag, desk, backpack, school, home or work Can be used as a cute writing journal. |primary lines notebook, a journal diary for kids, a dinosaur notebook, dinosaur journal for boys. Perfectly suited for taking notes, writing, organizing, lists, journaling and brainstorming Draw and Write Journal for kid Dinosaur books are the perfect gift for adults and kids for any gift-giving occasion All Designs 104 dotted midline and picture space pages and 5 notes pages all are customized pages dinosaur-themed Specially used this notebook for t-rex lovers Duo sided wide ruled sheets, custom pages for t-rex gifts. Perfect For Pre-School, Middle school, & High School Students 8 x 10 perfect size for your purse, tote bag, desk, backpack, school, home or work Can be used as boys draw and write journal, kids journal boys, primary journal pack Perfectly suited for taking notes, writing, organizing, lists, journaling and brainstorming
Download or read book An Evolutionary Architecture written by John Frazer and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evolutionary architecture attempts to evolve form and structure in emulation of the evolutionary processes of nature. It considers architecture as a form of artificial life. This approach has formed the basis for the author's teaching programme for AA Diploma Unit II.
Download or read book New Developments in Expressive Arts Therapy written by Stephen K. Levine and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2017-06-21 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection reflects on the theory and application of expressive arts today in therapy, education, research and social and ecological change. Bringing the understanding of expressive arts into its contemporary theoretical framework, the book reveals the expansion of the field from its initial focus on therapy alone into a diverse range of other areas of interest to therapists, educators, researchers and those interested in working for social and ecological change. The book also contains a selection of discursive writing, poetry and visual art, highlighting the importance of keeping artistic creativity at the heart of the field. With contributions from pioneering arts therapists, this will be vital reading for arts therapists and students in the field today.
Download or read book Exploring the World of Lucid Dreaming written by Stephen LaBerge and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[A] solid how-to book...For amateur dream researchers, this is a must." WHOLE EARTH REVIEW This book goes far beyond the confines of pop dream psychology, establishing a scientifically researched framework for using lucid dreaming--that is, consciously influencing the outcome of your dreams. Based on Dr. Stephen LaBerge's extensive laboratory work at Stanford University mapping mind/body relationships during the dream state, as well as the teachings of Tibetan dream yogis and the work of other scientists, including German psycholgist Paul Tholey, this practical workbook will show you how to use your dreams to: Solve problems; Gain greater confidence; improve creativity, and more. From the Paperback edition.
Download or read book The Elements of Public Speaking written by Joseph A. DeVito and published by Allyn & Bacon. This book was released on 2000 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elements of Public Speaking, 7e, provides a highly engaging and comprehensive survey of public speaking in a flexible format adaptable to a variety of classrooms. The major themes of the new edition are its integrated coverage of new technology, inclusion of ethics, emphasis on listening, expanded coverage of culture and gender, and continued coverage of critical thinking.
Download or read book Dino Draw and Write written by Amaliya Books and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dino Draw & Write Notebook contains pages printed with picture box for drawing as well as lines for handwriting practice. The paper is ideal for young children learning to write and draw. Here are some ideas: Learning the Alphabet: Children can draw, paint, color pictures relating to a letter of the alphabet to incorporate it at an earlier stage. Learning Numbers and their Value: Children can practice numbers by drawing a number of objects within a theme, or holiday activity to represent the number. Learning Shapes and Numbers: Children can draw a designated shape and practice to write the shape word. It's perfect for the primaries, preschoolers and even toddlers in learning how to write, shape and draw. So, unlock their creativity with this draw and write notebook to help them increase their imagination, ingenuity, creativity, and confidence. Let these young ones express themselves, write and draw their own stories, create their own characters, heroes, tales, and so much more with this creative writing notebook.
Download or read book Answering Students Questions about Words written by Gail E. Tompkins and published by National Council of Teachers. This book was released on 1986 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
