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    Penalties and discipline for teacher misconduct

    Penalties for teacher misconduct can be imposed at the school/district level and at the state level pertaining to certification and licensure. When should discipline be handled at the local level? The state level? When should discipline also involve teacher licensure? What are some examples of disciplinary measures tha

    Teacher dismissal

    If a school district decides you are not needed in the middle of a school year, does the district have a right to terminate employment despite the existence of contract? Why or why not? What if you take a better job in the middle of the year? Can you breach the contract?

    Records Management vs. Archives

    Considering the statement below, discuss the differences and/or similarities between records management and archives. "To some, archive means saving just about everything; to a records manager archive means saving the right things for a specified length of time so that information can be retrieved efficiently to address bu

    Freedom of speech in schools

    Suppose a student arrived at school with a t-shirt on that said "Gays and Lesbians Do Not Belong in School." Many students commented on the shirt, both positive and negative. Based on your readings, what do you think should be done in this situation? What factors are considered in making the decision? What do you think will

    Zabel's quote

    "Zabel (2007) points out that efforts to train students to be adept at attaining information through a variety of mechanisms must be "integrated, relevant, ongoing, collaborative, and applied" (17) if they are to be successful in preparing those students for success in their academic and professional careers." The question is

    The issue of boundaries in a teacher/student relationship

    The issue of boundaries in a teacher/student relationship are presented. What setting and other factors that a teacher-must consider and be aware of in a student interaction? How does a teacher's interactions initially involve only ethical considerations, and then possibly extend into legal principles in education? Give a few ex

    Career obstacles

    The doctoral journey is a very exciting, but challenging one. Life in general, including work, family, and life events, is uncertain, and you will, from time to time, find that you have obstacles that you must overcome. Class, what obstacles do you anticipate? How will you overcome them? Avoid them? Turn them into a challenge

    Teachers' traits in classroom situations

    What are two classroom situations/examples that would require a teacher to possess one or more of the following traits: empathy, knowledge of the facts, reason, courage and/or interpersonal skills? Explain how the traits influence teacher decision and action.

    Using the internet for research

    Can you help me get started on this report? Write a formal report on using the internet for research-purposes, which should cover the following points: - The various resources which the internet offers (websites, data-bases, web forums, online encyclopedias....) - The problem of reliability plus examples (bogus website

    Present a comparative analysis of the two age groups you have you select: (infants) and (toddlers) o Clearly define and describe the stages of development the two. o Support your visual presentation.

    Present a comparative analysis of the two age groups you have you select: (infants) and (toddlers) o Clearly define and describe the stages of development the two. o Support your visual presentation. o Provide a detailed profile comparing the two age groups for each of the developmental characteristics: ? Physical de

    Library Policies

    I need help finding the webpage links to six libraries whose library collection development polices are online, which at least three of the library links are to Michigan libraries collection development policies and all are for public libraries. Thanks.

    The social learning modeling is reviewed.

    This job provides data about Social Learning (modeling) for kindergarten. It then offers examples and lesson plan ideas for learning a letter or letters activities. This solution utilizes Applied Development theory activities.

    Case Study: Curriculum

    I would like for you to discuss and answer the questions related to the scenario you can give a short narrative form. Critical Incident What's the Problem? Roberto Lopez teaches sixth grade in an inner-city school. He believes that young people need to be actively involved in their own education and that they are most in

    A new wonder drug for AIDS is examined.

    This scenario is debated: You have been asked by the CEO of your company to prepare a PowerPoint presentation for sales representatives on the new wonder drug for AIDS that your company has patented. Since competing pharmaceutical companies have commented to the press that your drug is very high in steroids, you have to convi

    "The Controversies of Harry Potter Books in School Libraries"

    My assignment is to write a paper dealing with an issue, analyzing and synthesizing the information. Include the facts, well documented and well-organized arguments on both sides of the issue, and conclude with your own informed opinion about how the issue might be resolved and/or strategies for addressing the issue. (You are al

    Article search - Demonstrating Communication Skills

    Find 1 article for each of the six supervisory responsibilities listed below. Submit a reference list, formatted according to APA guidelines. 1. Demonstrating Communication Skills 2. Determining Effective Orientation and Training Methods 3. Improving Productivity for Teams 4. Conducting Performance Appraisals 5. Res

    What is a "mixed methods" study?

    Wat is a mixed methods study? How does it differ in approach from either a quantitative or qualitative study? In what circumstances might you apply a mixed methods approach? Illustrate with practical example from a work/research area.

    Nutrition - Carrots - Fiber

    Focusing on one component of a carrot: fiber. There is growing evidence that dietary fiber can help prevent many diseases, from high blood pressure to heart disease, and possibly even cancer. Describe some of the evidence that fiber helps prevent disease. Be sure to include citations wherever necessary, so that anyone reading

    Death Penalty Thesis: Outlining

    What would be a good outline for this thesis statement? The death penalty should only be an option in cases where a heinous crime has been committed, and the person can be proven guilty by DNA or other tangible or irrefutable evidence.