Field Based Explorations

Exploring Science Education and the Brain in a K-12 Setting

Exploring Science Education and the Brain in K-12 Schools:

A Praxis III Study
 
Emily Lovejoy

One Student and his Silence in the Classroom

LaKesha Preston-Roberts

 

 

One Student and his Silence in the Classroom

 

 (Student)        “What I need a tutor for? I already know this stuff. Why can’t I just go sit in class?”

Taking the Time

 

Becky Strattan

A CHILD ON ONE SIDE...

The thing that struck me most about Peter was his curiosity. Each of the twenty or so first graders I worked with engaged me and challenged me in a different way, but Peter was unique in his unfailing ability to amaze me.

Extra-Classroom Teachers As Role Models

Samantha Martinez

Extra-Classroom Teachers As Role Models

 

Children…are in need of role models, and take them from all areas that are close at hand, whether mass media, parents, or their teachers.

Daniel Rose

Technology as a Medium for Learning

Lauren Maksym

Technology as a Medium for Learning

 

Technology alone is not the answer, but innovation through sophisticated technologies can be a catalyst to drive educational transformation for the 21st century, inspiring children to learn and succeed…A 21st century education motivates students to learn how to learn, actively seek information, create new ideas, make discerning judgments, and apply knowledge to complex challenges. Infusing educational content with tools and expertise from our technology partners has the potential to transform education, cultivate a passion for learning, and inspire innovation in our children. ( Spires 1)

Introduction  

On Becoming an Effective Praiser

 

Xuan-Shi, Lim

On Becoming an Effective Praiser

 

The Worst-Case Scenario Handbook: Mentor's Edition

Sandra Gandarez and Julia Vance
The Worst-Case Scenario Handbook: Mentor’s Edition
 
The following chapter consists of excerpts from students working as mentors discussing issues they faced in their unique placements.