scholarly journals Foundations to Algebraic Mastery

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. p91
Author(s):  
Vicki-Lynn Holmes ◽  
Jane Finn ◽  
Karla Spence
Keyword(s):  
Computational Complexity ◽  
Student Success ◽  
Equal Opportunity ◽  
Algebra I ◽  
Skill Development ◽  
Success For All ◽  
Algebra 1 ◽  
Basic Skill ◽  
Stem Careers ◽  
New Material

Realizing that Algebra 1 is a gatekeeper to not only higher mathematics but STEM careers in general, it is imperative that our students master the content matter. Our Nation’s report card shows we are not progressing in this area. To assist in algebraic mastery, this paper describes and provides concrete examples of four research-based pedagogical elements that can aid in student success: (a) basic skill development, (b) computational ease, (c) step-by-step scaffolding, and (d) the extensive use of the Explain-Practice-Assess (EPA) Strategy. Basic skill development assures that all students begin with the requisite background, providing equal opportunity for success, which can promote student engagement. By eliminating unnecessary computational complexity, students are more likely to participate and persevere in problem-solving. The step-by-step scaffolding meets the students where they are and incrementally brings them to mastery, with new material taught in digestible bites. The EPA strategy provides a mean to move students through a topic at an appropriate pace—not moved too quickly; students are given the time necessary to conceptually understand the concepts taught. The four elements described herein serve as a guide to help Algebra I teachers attain success for all students.

scholarly journals Foundations to Algebraic Mastery

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 66
Author(s):  
Vicki-Lynn Holmes ◽  
Karla Spence ◽  
Jane Finn ◽  
Shelia McGee Ingram ◽  
Libbey Horton
Keyword(s):  
Skill Development ◽  
Algebra 1 ◽  
Basic Skill ◽  
Stem Careers ◽  
Essential Components ◽  
Evidenced Based

<p><em>Realizing that Algebra 1 is a gatekeeper to not only higher mathematics, but STEM careers in general (Blanchard &amp; Muller, 2015; Stoelinga &amp; Lynn, 2013), it is imperative that our students master the content matter. To this end, four essential components to ensuring success for Algebra 1 students have been identified: (a) basic skill development, (b) computational ease, (c) step-by-step scaffolding, and (d) the extensive use of the Explain-Practice-Assess (EPA) Strategy (Holmes,</em><em> </em><em>Spence, Finn, &amp; Ingram, 2017). In this article, each of these four components is described in detail with accompanying examples. These examples model evidenced-based practices and provide a very useful guide for algebra teachers in their own classrooms.</em></p>

Overseas nurses' experiences of equal opportunities in the NHS in England

2006 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 130-139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Obrey Alexis ◽  
Vasso Vydelingum ◽  
Ian Robbins
Keyword(s):  
Equal Opportunity ◽  
Skill Development ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Career Opportunities ◽  
Van Manen ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Unequal Opportunities ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
And Training ◽  
Minority Ethnic

PurposeTo explore the experiences of overseas black and minority ethnic nurses in the National Health Service (NHS) in the south of England.MethodsSemi‐structured in‐depth interviews were conducted with 12 overseas black and minority ethnic nurses. All interviews were taped, transcribed verbatim and analysed using thematic analysis. All transcripts were read and re‐read to elicit general themes.FindingsQualitative data analysis was undertaken using Van Manen framework and this enabled a number of themes to be identified that were part of overseas black and minority ethnic nurses' experience, however, two main themes would be discussed in this study. Firstly, unequal opportunities in career advancement and secondly, unequal opportunities for skill development and training. Both themes affected overseas nurses chances of promotion in the NHS.Research limitation/implicationsThe study has identified a notably gap in the implementation of equal opportunity policies and suggests that a more transparent implementation of such policies is needed in the NHS in the UK where this study was conducted. Additionally, more research is needed to determine whether overseas nurses in other areas experience similar problems.Practical implicationsThe findings of this study could encourage managers to re‐examine their equal opportunity policies in the light of these findings. Although this study has explored overseas nurses experiences, the findings cannot be generalised to the wider population.Originality valueThe differences experienced by overseas nurses in relation to career opportunities and skill development and training.

scholarly journals ASISTENSI PENGGUNAAN PENDEKATAN KONSTRUKTIVISME DENGAN MEDIA PENDAMPING EDMODO UNTUK GURU SMA/MA MGMP EKONOMI SE-KOTA PADANG

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-40
Author(s):  
Sri Wahyuni ◽  
Jimi Ronald ◽  
Vivina Eprillison ◽  
Mona Amelia ◽  
Dio Fernando
Keyword(s):  
Student Success ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Classroom Learning ◽  
Existing Problems ◽  
The World ◽  
New Material

Currently there are a variety of new innovations in the world of education, especially in the learning process. One such innovation is constructivism. The choice of approach is more so that learning makes students enthusiastic about existing problems so they want to try to solve the problem. Classroom learning that uses constructivism, will make students empowered by the knowledge within them. They share strategies and solutions, debate one another, think critically about the best way to solve each problem. In this case Edmodo provides an environment where teaching and learning can produce student excitement that will make students more independent without forgetting the standards for measuring student success. It is undeniable that students will like learning through this platform, and when students feel comfortable, their desire to be able to understand new material, and the spirit of overcoming difficulties will increase in the learning process. Edmodo is one of the ways to build student enthusiasm for learning. Edmodo can help teachers build a virtual classroom based on the division of real classes in schools, where in the class there are assignments, quizzes, and grading at the end of each learning. 

Sense of Belonging and Student Success at Historically Black Colleges and Universities

2019 ◽  
pp. 32-52
Author(s):  
Terrell L. Strayhorn
Keyword(s):  
Academic Success ◽  
Student Success ◽  
Historically Black ◽  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
Black Colleges ◽  
Success For All ◽  
Historically Black Colleges ◽  
Strategic Enrollment Management ◽  
Policy Practice ◽  
Black Colleges And Universities

The purpose of this chapter is to posit sense of belonging as a key to educational success for all students, as well as a tool for strategic enrollment management and student success at HBCUs. Drawing connections between a recent survey of KIPP alumni and literature about HBCUs, this chapter reviews extant literature on the history and significance of Black colleges, the faculty and staff employed by HBCUs, and students educated at HBCUs. Then, the chapter posits sense of belonging as a critical factors in their academic success, using Strayhorn's theory of college students belonging. Strong implications for policy, practice, and programs are included.

scholarly journals Implementation of a Biomedical Engineering Research Experience for African–American High School Students at a Tier One Research University

2018 ◽  
Vol 140 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cherie M. Avent ◽  
Ayesha S. Boyce ◽  
Lakeita D. Servance ◽  
Lizanne A. DeStefano ◽  
Robert M. Nerem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
African American ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Research University ◽  
Skill Development ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Research Experience ◽  
Stem Careers ◽  
School Students ◽  
Program Outcomes

Enriching science experiences and competencies for underrepresented students during high school years is crucial to increasing their entry into the science pipeline and to improving their preparedness for success in college and STEM careers. The purpose of this paper is to describe the implementation of project ENGAGES, a high school STEM year-long research program for African–American students, mentored by graduate students and postdoctoral researchers at Georgia Tech. It aims to provide an authentic research experience and expose student to the possibility and benefits of attaining an advanced degree and careers in STEM fields. Initial program outcomes include student reported satisfaction with research experience, improved technical skill development, and increased curiosity and interest in STEM careers. Additionally, students indicated increases in college readiness, research skill development, and exposure to STEM careers as a result of interactions with faculty advisors and graduate student mentors, along with laboratory assignments. Lessons learned and potential pitfalls and barriers to acceptance are also discussed.

scholarly journals Success for All? A Call to Re-examine How Student Success Is Defined in Higher Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. es3
Author(s):  
Maryrose Weatherton ◽  
Elisabeth E. Schussler
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Student Success ◽  
Student Voice ◽  
Life Sciences ◽  
Success For All ◽  
Education Literature ◽  
Policy Practice

This essay explores how “student success” is defined in the education literature broadly, using specific examples from CBE-Life Sciences Education from 2015 to 2020. This essay posits that success is most often implicitly defined by researchers in terms of quantitative outcomes. Recommendations for centering student voice within policy, practice, and research are provided.

scholarly journals Attention - one of the main factors of student success

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maia Akhvlediani ◽  
Ketevan Lataria
Keyword(s):  
Student Success ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
New Material ◽  
Short Memory ◽  
Main Factors

The article is dedicated to the quality of the student's attention to the lecture and its significance for success. We talk about the lecturer's continuous efforts to establish a student as an active listener. Offer attention concentrating strategies. Once again we would like to emphasize the importance of motivation at this time, the topic of the lecture community in the field of students' interests, the re-activation of the attention, and the supporting role of associations, parallels, rhetorical and inquiry questions for a thorough processing of material. We tried a brief overview of the terminology - short, external and short memory in case of concrete on new material. The main problem on the lecture is the passive role of the student. Active thinking is crucial for effective learning.

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