Education
Technology-focused model of education
In this assignment you will write a paper that proposes an innovative technology-focused model of education that embraces traditional strengths while preparing students for future roles. Prior to completing this assignment review the Educause (n.d.) webpage and read Trundle (2012).
Instructions: To complete this assignment, the following should be included at a minimum:
A proposal for an educational model which is innovative and technology-focused, embraces traditional strengths of classroom teaching, and prepares students for future
Religion-ism
Question Description: Review the website “Test Yourself for Hidden Bias” (https://www.learningforjustice.org/professional-development/test-yourself-for-hidden-bias)
Consider the significance of each “ism” in your pr and personal life. Write a reflective essay in which you:
Summarize your understanding of the patterns which transform personal bias and prejudice into “isms” (Be sure to cite the resources to substantiate your thinking)
Respond to the following questions:
Racism
What is the most salient experience in my life directly related to my race?
What have I learned about my comfort/discomfort and biases/prejudices with regard to race?
What new insights, professional and/or personal, about racism did I gain from the article, “Inverting Racism’s Distortions”?
Classism
What did I learn about my assumptions with regard to other people’s race, gender, education and/or personal dispositions when I learn that they are wealthy? When I learn that they are poor?
What do I identify as the main reason why some people are financially secure and others are not?
What new insights did I gain, professionally and personally, from the two articles about classism, “The Question of Class” and “The Myth of the ‘Culture of Poverty.’’
Monitoring and education
The field of applied behavior analysis is relatively young. Currently, the BACB has worked with many states to create well-defined processes for becoming a board-certified behavior analyst. Each state has different regulations and laws governing work with clients. As a result, there are steps and requirements for individuals working to become certified that may be unique to a particular state.
The certification requirements of the individual are defined in the BCBA/BCaBA Task List. This document specifies the knowledge and skills required to pass examinations and become a behavior analyst or assistant behavior analyst. As the field of behavior analysis has evolved, the knowledge and skills have been updated to reflect this evolution. The fourth edition of this task list has been in place for many years, and the fifth edition is set to come into effect by January 2022.
For this Discussion, you will examine the web pages of the nonprofit organization Board Certified Behavior Analyst, including the fourth and fifth editions of the BCBA/BCaBA Task List. You will also discuss the importance of mastering the skills and abilities listed.
Disabilities Education Act
As a behavior analyst, it is likely that you will work with many different types of clients, including clients with disabilities. It is especially critical that behavior analysts understand the requirements and ethical considerations in working with this population. Over the years, two critical pieces of legislation have been enacted in the United States to make sure individuals with disabilities have rights and are protected in this country.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law that was enacted in 1975. It ensures that public education is available at no charge to eligible children with disabilities, including special education and related services. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law in 1990. This is a law about fundamental civil rights for persons with disabilities. It protects individuals with disabilities against discrimination “in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public” (ADA National Network, n.d.).
This week’s Discussion focuses on IDEA and ADA. You will review these two laws and explore their impact on behavior analysts and how they practice their craft.
To prepare:
Children’s science learning at home
Parents are their children’s first educators and often spend time developing their children’s love of learning with activities done at home. However, science is often overlooked as many parents are unsure how to reinforce scientific learning. When teachers partner with families, students’ motivation to learn is increased, learning is reinforced, and curiosity about science topics is encouraged.
For this assignment, create a 500-750 word Science at Home handout to give to families showing them ways they can be involved with their children’s science learning at home. Select an age range/grade and 2-3 science standards to focus on.
Include the following in your handout:
Brief overview of science standards/topics addressed at the selected age range/grade level.
Explanation of how important the home-school connection is for children in learning science concepts.
At least 2-3 strategies to incorporate science in everyday home activities (i.e., cooking, cleaning, yard work).
Minimum of 2-3 suggested activities for families to do together to promote science instruction.