Women and Higher Education Ashford University EDU 657: History & Philosophy of American Education Women and Higher Education The idea of women being involved in higher education comes naturally in the minds of the 21st-century student. However, this was not always the case. Coeducation was not considered important and only really took a foothold in […]
Week 5: Journal When I think about how students were impacted by the events, topics, and trends of their times; I know that I do not want to repeat some of the very mistakes that took place during them. At the time, I am certain that educators were trying to do the best they could
Women in College Week 4: Assignment Ashford University EDU 657: History & Philosophy of American Higher Education Women in College Women being allowed in higher educational facilities was not always commonplace or readily accepted. The movement toward reform really began in 1920 and continued well on through 1945. The brave and forward-thinking actions of the
Ashford University EDU 654 Here at Atlas University, the Division of Student Affairs strives to fulfill the mission of the university through maintaining and nurturing meaningful, personal connections with our students. Through your training and successful completion of this course, your role as a professional within the Atlas University Division of Student Affairs will take
Ashford University EDU 653 Looking at the text, Problem-Based Learning can feel like an overwhelming behemoth to undertake. There are so many ways that an individual can describe the idea of Problem-Based Learning. However, sometimes the best definition is one that is quite simple: Problem-Based Learning is a method that allows for students to acquire
Ashford University EDU 653 Generally, when it comes to student interaction with an instructor; everyone hopes for the best. However, that is not always what occurs. There are various challenges that can enter the classroom and sometimes, those challenges can be interpersonal interactions with our students. Difficult behavior can be intimidating and stressful for all
Ashford University EDU 654 The Atlas University and the Division of Student Affairs have come together to assist students during the transitional period into college. Students will focus on individual development that prepares them for life beyond the classroom setting. The objective is to facilitate the development of students on a personal level; as well
Ashford University EDU 653 When it comes to reviewing the work of students, providing helpful, as well as meaningful feedback is an essential part of the instructing experience. Students can learn from mistakes and build upon strengths when provided with the proper feedback. Part of writing feedback to students is making sure that it is
Effective Lecture Ashford University EDU 653: Teaching in Higher Education Course: LIT 201: 19th Century Literature Lesson: Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre Narrative Graphic Representation (Attention Catcher) Opening film, Jane Eyre (2011) (To be viewed after students have read the text outside of class). Brief slideshow with pictures. Procedural Direction Group discussion after film. Tie in
Week 3: Standards Alignment EDU650: Teaching Learning and Leading in the 21st Century Standards Alignment Standards are put into place to ensure everyone is working on the same goal. Aligning standards within my instruction is crucial to the development of the learners within my classroom. Standards help to ensure the lessons that are being prepared