Essays on Learning Page 13

Introduction I chose to discuss the topic of portfolios in elementary schools because I have only heard positive comments on implementing portfolios into classrooms. I, myself, cannot think of any reasons why a portfolio might hurt a student or teacher but I would like to see if there are any studies that have been done…

Describe how a learning support practitioner may contribute to the planning, delivery and review of learning activities Helping in activities would be delivery, if you pass on ideas, observations or suggestions that would be contributing to planning. Informal discussion with the teacher about what weekly and daily activities that will be taking place. This form…

Julian Rotter’s greatest contribution in the field of psychology is his development of a Social Learning Theory which sees personality as a result of a person’s interaction with his or her environment. Rotter’s interest in psychology began in high school when he was able to read books by Freud and Adler (Mearns, 2007). The Great…

Learning is a process, which brings together emotional, cognitive, environmental influences and experiences in order to make a change in one’s knowledge. As a process, it focuses on all the happenings as the learning takes place. Learning involves interpretation of concepts involved in the learning process and how the concepts are applied practically. Therefore, learning…

Self-directed learning is, in my opinion, the most efficient way to learn according to the given definition. It entails individuals who are motivated and actively engaged in their own intellectual growth and development. It enables individuals to prioritize themselves and make decisions about their learning process. This form of learning fosters motivation, focus, and determination…

MECHANISTIC ORGANIZATIONS Metaphors enable a way of thinking by drawing comparisons between items with different characteristics to emphasize similarities rather than differences. Recently, shadow chancellor George Osborne criticized Gordon Brown, stating, ‘Gordon is a man with an overdraft, not a plan’. This metaphorical statement highlights the likeness between Gordon Brown’s spending habits and an overdraft….

Although grades and learning usually walk hand in hand with one another, they are two totally different topics. Grades are a part of the whole learning process but learning is not just based off of grades. Students have to be able to fully comprehend what they are learning. The technical or professional type of education…

Consider the daily routine of a child who faces academic obstacles or a family member who has been diagnosed with a learning disability. These individuals might find it challenging to communicate their basic needs and thoughts, feel overwhelmed by sensory stimuli, and have trouble comprehending letters or numbers. Individuals with learning disabilities, including dyslexia or…

Albert Bandura’s definition of observational learning involves the identification of a model and mimicking their behavior. The replication of observed behavior is influenced by the consequences experienced by the model, which can be positive or negative. This concept is also known as vicarious reinforcement or punishment. If an observer finds a model appealing, they are…

Bullying in schools is a widespread problem in different countries; this paper will draw from sources other than ones in the United States in exploring the effects of bullying as well as possible acts of intervention/prevention on the part of school staff. There is no doubt that bullying adversely affects the quality of education and…