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Create a lesson plan for listening, speaking, reading, and writing for Birth to Age 3

Create a lesson plan for listening, speaking, reading, and writing for Birth to Age 3.
Use the format of one of the “Lesson Plan Templates” as a resource and include the following:

  1. Clear, measurable learning objectives that align to early learning standards (ELS) as well as your state’s subject standards.
  2. Anticipatory set
  3. Vocabulary
  4. Reasoning and problem-solving
  5. Relevant materials and resources including visual or audio resources
  6. Differentiation of instruction to address the diverse needs of students. Name the differentiation strategies used to achieve individual learning outcomes.
  7. Assessments

Create a graphic organizer for your strengths and areas for improvement as well as goals and teaching strategies for your next lesson.

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Case Study Analysis

Case Study Analysis

Write an eight- to ten-page case analysis of the following article (which can be found in the Ashford Online ProQuest database):

  • Souza, M. & McCarty, B. (2007). From bottom to top: How one provider retooled its collections [Electronic version].  Healthcare Financial Management, 61(9), 67-73.

Include the following:

Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:

  1. Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, not including the title page and reference page, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  2. Must include a title page with the following:
    1. Title of Case Study
    2. Student’s name
    3. Course name and number
    4. Instructor’s name
    5. Date submitted
  3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
  4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
  5. Must use a visual such as a chart, table, graph, or other that relates to something you have learned in the class and is relevant to the case.
  6. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
  7. Must use at least three scholarly sources.
  8. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  9. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
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post-secondary learning environment

· How do you learn? What was something difficult you had to learn, and after several failed attempts you finally got it? What was your turning point? What changed … ?
· Analyze key reasons why certain adults do not avail themselves to adult education opportunities. Propose two (2) strategies that your current or prospective post-secondary learning environment could leverage in order to encourage the participation in organizational learning overall. Provide a rationale for your response.

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How is media literacy shaping education

 
· Examine the fundamental impact of media literacy on contemporary adult learning overall. How is media literacy shaping education – from posting, to tweeting, to everything is going viral? Give current examples, and elaborate on the impact comparing today to 5 years ago.
· Tell me about your favorite teacher fictional or non-fictional (real or TV character). Everyone has a favorite teacher. Why did you pick this teacher, and what are some of your favorite characteristics and what did you like best about their teaching style?

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critical analysis of an article-Response papers

Hi i need someone to follow the instructions below and I have attached the reading that we need to respond to below also.
 
Response papers: 
Write a 1-2 page paper for every reading assigned. The response paper should be a reaction to reading reflecting your thoughts, rather than a summary of the reading. You should use one or two brief quotations from the author (not the editor’s introduction, which precedes the reading) to connect your discussion with the text. No sources other than the assigned text may be used.
You may either:
Present a critical analysis of the article.
Identify a central argument and criticize it. 
Choose a central claim of the author and critically evaluate it in terms current educational issues.
Choose a central claim of the author and apply it to an educational strategy in a teaching context you are interested in.
Response Papers will be evaluated on a scale to 1 to 5 according to following criteria and rubric: 
Centrality of the aspect of the text selected:
1-2: Paper has little or no direct relevance to the reading.
3-4: The paper is relevant but the connection between the paper and the reading is not clearly presented.
5: The paper is relevant and clearly connected to the reading.
Cogency of the presentation:
1-2: There is little or no reasonable support for claims made.
3-4: Some support for the claims is offered using reasons and argument. 5: Claims are supported by arguments with reasons and evidence. Thoughtfulness of the discussion:
1-2: The point of the discussion is unclear and the ideas undeveloped.
3-4: The discussion is fairly clear and the ideas somewhat developed.
5: The point of the discussion is clear and the ideas developed.
Technical considerations (spelling, grammar, paragraphing, organization) 1-2: Spelling and grammatical errors. Poor paragraphing and organization. 3-4: Typos and paragraphing errors. Unclear organization.
5: Error free with clear paragraphing and organization.

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An elevator speech-networking and seeking employment

PLEASE READ THIS IS A ONE- TWO PARAGRAPH SUMMARY. ANSWER 1-3
Elevator Speech
Throughout this course, one of the main goals has been a focus on the importance of effective communication and collaboration with the families of infants and pre-school aged children. 
Throughout your career, you will need to utilize effective communication skills with colleagues, families, and children. As a professional, you will also need to communicate your beliefs to potential employers.  
An elevator speech is an excellent way to convey your skills while networking and seeking employment. 
Typically, an elevator speech is a one or two paragraph summary of:
1. who you are, 
2. why you are qualified, and 
3. what you have to offer the organization or industry. 
A brief sales pitch will ensure that you are prepared to discuss your career goals whenever the opportunity presents itself. 
Some examples of where you could use your elevator speech are at a networking event, during a job interview, at a back-to-school parent meeting, or in a social setting.  
Watch The Elevator Pitch (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. video and design a one-minute sales pitch that is tailored toward your chosen career path. 
MY CHOSEN CAREER PATH IS PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER. 
I HAVE ATTACHED A COUPLE OF FILES THAT WILL ANSWER WHO I AM, WHY I’M QUALIFIED AND WHAT I HAVE TO OFFER.
HERE IS AN EXAMPLE OT WHAT THE INSTRUCTOR WANTS
Example Elevator Speech 
Hi, my name is John and I am a student at Ashford University completing my Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education. For the past five years, I have worked in a preschool classroom as an assistant for the 4-year-olds, where I was able to support the children’s learning and development by working with them throughout the day. I am seeking to increase my teacher responsibilities and move into a lead teacher role where I can develop curriculum, plan for individualized instruction, and connect with families further…
 

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Health Issues-Bulimia nervosa

Directions for Health Issues “Fact Sheet” – a (short) Research Paper
There are many topics of concern in health and health education today. Information expands and at incredible rate and it’s impossible to include all important issues in this one-unit course. For this assignment, follow the steps outlined below:
Step 1: Choose a topic – any current issue that relates to health. Here is a partial list of ideas, but you may have another topic idea:
· Sleep deprivation
· Eating disorders
· Obesity, or
· Anorexia, or
· Bulimia nervosa
· Drug use
· Alcoholism in children ages 12-18
· Tobacco use (smoking or chewing) in children ages 12 – 18
· Depression or social anxiety
· Mental health disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar, OCD…)
· Cancer, Zika, West Nile virus, hepatitis, STDs…
Step 2: Investigate your selected topic. Find at least 3 resources. While you may read a Wiki and use links attached to it, do NOT stop there and reference a Wiki in your final paper!
Step 3: Write a one-page “Fact Sheet” about your topic. This should be something that you could share at a school staff meeting OR with a concerned parent during a teacher/parent conference. You will have a second page, a “Work Cited” page, with the 3+ resources you used to write your “Fact Sheet” – listed in MLA format. If you don’t know how to use MLA, find an online resource for creating this such as “easybib.com.” All papers are to be typed in Times New Roman, size 12 font (just like this direction page) and single-spaced. Your report outline should look like this:
I. Introduction (identify your topic, define it, tell ready why it’s important to know about it)
II. Background (when was this disorder first identified as a “concern” in adolescent development? Who has done key research on it? How many children does it affect?)
III. Affect on social health (How does it come about – is it hereditary or influenced by environment? How does it manifest itself – what behaviors might one observe in an individual who has this health conern?
IV. Proposed Solution (How might parents, friends, teachers, or medical staff help someone who is struggling with this health concern?)
Step 4: Proofread your work, read it aloud, read the evaluation rubric!
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adult learning theory

From the second e-Activity, prepare a one (1) page journal entry in which you do the following:
· Examine one (1) adult learning theory or topic explored within the first five (5) weeks of the course.
· Recount one (1) instance in which one (1) real-life experience enabled you to make meaning of the concepts inherent in your chosen theory / topic.
· Suggest one (1) instructional strategy that would be best suited to fostering students’ understanding of your chosen theory / topic. Support your response with relevant examples of relevant, successful use of the suggested strategy.

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Narratives-Personal stories

Narrative is also how we craft our sense of self, our identity. Rosenwald and Ochberg (1992, p. 1) argue, “Personal stories are not merely a way of telling someone (or oneself) about one’s life; they are the means by which identities may be fashioned.” Respond to this statement from the article regarding narrative learning. Provide an example in your life in which you have experienced narrative learning or describe a place/time in history when narrative learning has been powerful.
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Cultural Competence in the Classroom

Cultural Competence in the Classroom

Nikhil Goyal is a successful high school student who, like many students his age, hates school. But unlike most students his age, Nikhil wrote a speech about it and delivered it to a global audience his presentation Why Kids Hate School?: Nikhil Goyal at TEDxYouth@BFS (link below) The central theme of the presentation is relevance and, specifically, how schools often lack relevance to the lives of their learners.
In this assignment, you will reflect on the story of Nick Perez and analyze it based on what might have happened differently if Nick’s education targeted the learning of 21st century skills through culturally relevant learning opportunities. Additionally, you will recommend a culturally relevant learning experience that might have been able to meet Nick’s needs in high school. Review the Instructor Guidance for this week for additional information and use the Ladson-Billing (1995; summarized in the Instructor Guidance) resource and Chapters 4 and 8 of Wardle (2013) to define a culturally relevant learning experience; apply this framework to the creation of solutions. Then, create your paper to meet the content and written communication expectations stated below.
In your paper, include the following: (3 points)

  • Address the following three guiding statements:
  •  (1.5 points): Summarizes cultural competencies in your response to the Video Analysis guiding statements. Include examples using at least one of the following four characteristics:
    • Awareness of one’s own cultural worldview (including biases)
    • Knowledge of different cultural practices and worldviews
    • Positive attitudes and open-mindedness toward cultural differences
    • Ability to work successfully with others from different cultures
  • References (1.5 points): Summarize culturally relevant instruction in your response to the Video Analysis guiding statements. Propose strategies that align with this approach and include at least one of the following nine areas:
    • Maximizing academic success through relevant instructional experiences
    • Addressing cultural competence through reinforcing students’ cultural integrity
    • Involving students in the construction of knowledge
    • Building on students’ interests and linguistic resources
    • Tapping home and community resources
    • Understanding students’ cultural knowledge
    • Using interactive and constructivist teaching strategies
    • Examining the curriculum from multiple perspectives
    • Promoting critical consciousness through opportunities to challenge predominant elements of the students’ social norms
  •  (1 point): Summarize 21st century skills in your response to the Video Analysis items to reflect the Framework for 21st Century Learning  (link below)
  • Must be two  double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center 
  • Must include a separate title page with the following:
    • Title of paper
    • Student’s name
    • Course name and number
    • Instructor’s name
    • Date submitted
    • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEvg2zBYWtU&t=295s​
  • http://www.p21.org/our-work/4cs-research-series
  • http://www.p21.org/about-us/p21-framework