GETTING A GRIP ON PROJECT-BASED LEARNING: THEORY‚ CASES AND RECOMMENDATIONS Michael M. Grant 1|2|3 Abstract Project-based learning is centered on the learner and affords learners the opportunity for in-depth investigations of worthy topics. The learners are more autonomous as they construct personally-meaningful artifacts that are representations of their learning. This article examines the theoretical foundations of project-based learning‚ particularly constructivism and constructionism‚ and notes
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Through Advanced Composition my writing skills have grown immensely. I have become a more vibrant and expressive writer while still being aware of the subtle nuances of grammar and mechanics. I learned how to view writing as a process‚ rather than just a goal. I wrote a personal memoir about a game of chess I once played with a friend(Benchmark #1). In this paper‚ I learned how the value of outlining‚ and listing as part of the writing process. I had to approach a mediocre story with a fresh
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Problem-based learning (PBL) is a student-centered pedagogy in which students learn about a subject through the experience of problem solving. Students learn both thinking strategies and domain knowledge. The PBL format originated from the medical school of thought‚ and is now used in other schools of thought too. The goals of PBL are to help the students develop flexible knowledge‚ effective problem solving skills‚ self-directed learning‚ effective collaboration skills and intrinsic motivation.
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EXCELLENT STUDY SKILLS AND INFORMATION LITERACY ABSTRACT Open and Distance Learning is an alternative platform for people who want to pursue their tertiary education. This is especially true in the case of working professionals who wish to learn while on their job. However‚ it has always been a challenge to cope with learning verifying degrees of skills as they lack face to face interaction when compared to traditional learners. The main challenge of distance learning is that direct real-time
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7/24/15 This study examined the effect of a technology-based Literacy by Design (LBD) on the reading achievement of students with significant intellectual disabilities. LBD is a type of Universal Design for Learning (ULD). A ULD is a set of guiding principles when designing curriculum. These principles include “using a variety of methods to present information‚ providing a range of means to support‚ providing learners with alternative ways to demonstrate what they know‚ tapping into learners’ interests
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achieving specific goals. Skills’ coaching focuses on the core skills that an individual/team needs to perform in their role. Skills’ coaching provides an adaptable and flexible approach to skills development for business and individual needs. It focuses on what the person is lacking in‚ in order to get them up to standard. Performance coaching is a tool used for a more one to one session focusing on the individuals needs whether it is within the work place or work-life balance. It is aimed
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referred to a variety of theories of development and learning. Bronfenbrenner’s (1979) ecological theory considers children’s development within the context of systems of relationships. His theory acknowledges the fact that contexts are continuously changing and that children have impact on their contexts. Another theory is Vygotsksy’s (1978) sociocultural theory‚ suggesting that children’s social and cultural contexts influence their development and learning. His theory acknowledges that guidance and support
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is like second nature. I have always been interested in writing for as long as I can remember. As I grew older my writing style advanced as well. Since I have been in college‚ I have learned various techniques that have helped me improve my writing skills. The older you get and the wiser you become‚ the better your writing will be. I began writing at the very young age of eleven. The first thing I remember writing was a heartfelt song called finished. Even though I was too young to fully understand
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Engr. Charito Labao Instructor Submitted by: Rez Eliseo D. Padama MBA Case no. 1 Developing Diagnostic and Analytical Skills NINE-TO-FIVE NO MORE 1. What is your reaction to this “no attendance” plan implemented at TechTarget? Do you believe it’s too simplistic? Defend your position. As I Analyze the company’s strategy‚ I think it is a good way of developing their employee’s self control . if the employees will not do their part‚ of course they know what will
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In this essay ‚ we are going to talk about Task-Based Language Learning (TBLL) or else known as Task-Based Instruction(TBI) and how it implies in the classroom .Task-Based Learning started to gain some currency from 1996 when Jane Willis published a book entitled :A Framework for Task-Based Learning (Longman) . But though ‚ Willis (1996) suggested that before the 80’s that the model of PPP ( Presentation ‚ Practice and Performance) was the traditional way of learning and teaching activity . This
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