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Mathematical Literacy
Why do so many learners, even those who are successful, feel that they are outsiders in the world of mathematics? Taking the central importance of language in the development of mathematical understanding as its starting point, Mathematical Literacy explores students’ experiences of doing mathematics from primary school to university - what they think mathematics is, how it is presented to them, and what they feel about it. Building on a range of theory which focuses on community, knowledge, and identity, the author examines two particular issues: the relationship between language, learning, and mathematical knowledge, and the relationship between identity, equity, and processes of exclusi...
The Travels in Tartary Thibet and China
Originally published in 1844, this book details the journey of a British missionary, explorer, and amateur botanist through the remote regions of Tartary, Tibet, and China. Filled with colorful descriptions of the people, landscapes, and cultures encountered along the way, it also includes detailed observations of local flora and fauna. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
E-Learning in the 21st Century
The third edition of E-Learning in the 21st Century provides a coherent, comprehensive, and empirically-based framework for understanding e-learning in higher education. Garrison draws on his decades of experience and extensive research in the field to explore technological, pedagogical, and organizational implications. The third edition has been fully updated throughout and includes new material on learning technologies, MOOCs, blended learning, leadership, and the importance and role of social connections in thinking and learning, highlighting the transformative and disruptive impact that e-learning has recently had on education.
Action Research and Reflective Practice
Exploring the tension between the use of evidence-based practice, based upon the ‘solidity’ of research, and reflection with its subjectivity and personal perception, this book argues that reflection is research.
Teaching in Blended Learning Environments
Teaching in Blended Leaning Environments provides a coherent framework in which to explore the transformative concept of blended learning. Blended learning can be defined as the organic integration of thoughtfully selected and complementary face-to-face and online approaches and technologies. A direct result of the transformative innovation of virtual communication and online learning communities, blended learning environments have created new ways for teachers and students to engage, interact, and collaborate. The authors argue that this new learning environment necessitates significant role adjustments for instructors and generates a need to understand the aspects of teaching presence requ...
Entrepreneurship Education at Universities
This volume discusses entrepreneurship education in Europe on the basis of in-depth case studies of related activities at twenty higher education institutions. Based on a model of entrepreneurship education, the analysis addresses curricular and extra-curricular teaching, as well as the institutional and stakeholder context of delivering entrepreneurship education within higher educational institutions. The book offers both insightful entrepreneurship teaching practices and a discussion of potential organizational drivers and barriers. Accordingly, it provides a valuable resource for researchers, instructors, and managers of entrepreneurship education alike.
Science Curriculum
Contents: Science, Curriculum, Curriculum Development, Science in the Curriculum, Need of Science, Objectives of Science, Instructional Objectives of Science, Trends in Elementary School Science, Science Education in Secondary Schools, Designing Science Units of Study, Problem Solving, Practical Solving, Practical Work, Nature Work, Creativity, Community Resources, Microcomputers, Reading, Writing, Effective Communication, Learning Difficulties, Professional Science Teacher, Mentor Teachers, Innovative Evaluation Procedures, Improving Science Curriculum, Role of Educational Philosophies in Improving the Quality of Science Curriculum, Futurism in the Science Curriculum, Project 2000 +, Learning Without Burden.
Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics
Curriculum standards for mathematics for grades K-4, 5-8, and 9-12 are presented which suggest areas of instructional emphasis for specific student outcomes. Also discusses evaluation standards for both the curriculum and student achievement. K-12.
Children and Adolescents
General principles of child psychology
