self regulation

briefly answer each of the following prompts. For all instances where you are required to provide a definition, do not copy definitions from the text. Use your own words.

Self-Regulation
The textbook mentions the skill of self-regulation. How do you define this term? You may want to review Chapter 2 (to review critical thinking skills) before your write out your definition.
Sytem-1 and System-2
Define System-1 and System-2 thinking in your own words.
Give an example from your personal or work life where you would use each of them, explaining why each is appropriate to the situation in which you use it.
Heuristics
Define “heuristic” in your own words.
Give an example of a heuristic might be used in your personal or professional life and briefly show how it could have a positive or negative effect.
Do not use examples found in the text.
Dominance Structuring
Explain the term “dominance structuring” in your own words.
Is dominance structuring a positive or negative attribute of critical thinking? Explain.
Use examples if that is helpful to your explanation.
Cognitive Bias
Briefly examine what part you think mastery of facts and understanding of data have in avoiding cognitive bias in System-1 thinking.

Compare and Contrast 2 Personality Theories

You will write a 7 page paper no less than 7 pages in length including required cover and reference page.  You will compare and contrast 2 personality theories from the course that we have studied thus far, only 2 theories may be used. 
You will demonstrate your knowledge of the theories by presenting a description including key concepts and important aspects of the theory in explaining personality.  This is a fact based paper and therefore how it relates to your life should not be included. 

thesis statement, Drafting plan, and milestone One: Persuasive Essay Draft

Please answer the following questions from under thesis identification and drafting plan. 2 separate pages. Then provide a persuasive essay draft using the guidelines and information provided below and attached.

A)Thesis Identification
work to find your argument and make sure you are putting that argument into a clear, concise thesis statement. use the writing plan  to respond to the following questions, which will help you through the process
Answer the questions below in another Word document to construct a working thesis statement.
1)What is the problem you will be addressing that is connected to your potential field or major?
2)State your argument that addresses this problem. Remember, your argument may have changed now that you’ve conducted more research.
3)What is your first reason or keypoint why your audience should be persuaded by your argument? Can it be supported using the research you’ve conducted so far? Briefly identify the research you will use to support this point.
4)What is your second reason or keypoint why your audience should be persuaded by your argument? Can it be supported using the research you’ve conducted so far? Briefly identify the research you will use to support this point.
5)What is your third reason or keypoint why your audience should be persuaded by your argument? Can it be supported using the research you’ve conducted so far? Briefly identify the research you will use to support this point.
6)Now, combine your answers to questions 2-5 to construct a thesis statement. Your thesis statement should be 1-2 sentences long. Begin by stating the position you will argue, and then go on to list the reasons or major points you will write about in the paper to defend that position

B)Drafting Plan
Use the prompts below as guidance when reflecting on your personal drafting goals. In response to each question, copy and paste any examples from your Writing Plan. Then write 1-3 sentences explaining why you’ve selected those examples and, when applicable, what changes you might make.
1)Which sections of your Writing Plan do you feel most confident in?
2)Which sections of your Writing Plan do you feel least confident in?
3)Which of your main points do you find the strongest? Which of your main points do you find the weakest?
4)Do you think you have identified important counterarguments? Are you comfortable with your responses to those counterarguments?
5)Do you think you’ve found evidence that supports your main points? Is there a point you think needs more supporting evidence?

C)  Persuasive Essay Draft
refer to the assignment guidelines and rubric below.using the PIE method to structure supporting paragraphs
Save your work in a Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Then, check your writing for errors.
I. Introduction

This is where readers will have a chance to get an idea of what your essay will be about and what you will prove throughout. Do not give all of your information away here, but give readers a sample of what is to come. Do not forget to review your writing plan to make sure you are hitting all of the points that you planned out, while also stating your claim.

Provide an overview of the issue you have selected, briefly describing main points and your argument.
Compose an engaging thesis statement that explains the argument that you will prove and support throughout your essay. This statement will give direction to your essay and should be well thought out.
II. Body

The body is your opportunity to describe and support your argument in depth. Make sure your thoughts and evidence are clear and organized in a way that is easy for readers to follow and understand.

Be sure that you write multiple paragraphs that are focused, clearly state their intent, and move logically from one to the other, building the thesis argument as the essay progresses.
Your body paragraphs should support your argument by combining thoughts and ideas with evidence from sources. There is no such thing as a right or wrong argument; the key is how it is supported and the quality of the evidence used.
Address and refute any opposing viewpoints to your argument. This is your chance to discredit any opposing views, thus strengthening your own.
III. Conclusion

Think of the conclusion as a review of your argument. Use this section to restate your argument and remind readers of your supporting evidence. Think of this as your last chance to persuade readers to agree with you.

Review your argument. This section should consist of a review of your main points employed to support your argument. Think of this as your last chance to prove your point or your closing arguments.
Your conclusion should articulate insights about your argument established through your essay. This should follow logically from your essay, referring to key points or quotes used to support your argument.

A lesson Plan

Instructions
STEM 205 Final Project:  elementary class math project

Objective:  In this project based learning (PBL) assignment, you will design and execute a STEM project that will tie into an elementary math lesson. The project focuses on mathematics learning while integrating science, technology, and engineering to engage elementary students and deepen their mathematical thinking. The project should help elementary students understand the application of mathematics in STEM and use mathematical ideas to solve problems that are related to real-life. Teacher candidates are expected to design the STEM project independently by drawing on the course resources and other resources available to them.

Procedure:  there are FOUR parts to your project:

[1]  Researching your project

First, you need to choose a type of project that you would give your students.  Look to your textbooks for innovative ways to teach math and use PBL with STEM-centered projects.  Visit some of the following websites for more ideas:

http://mashupmath.com/blog/2017/5/2/10-awesome-end-of-year-math-project-ideas 

https://mathprojects.com/

http://www.ciese.org/mathprojects/ 

https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/blog-posts/alycia-zimmerman/using-lego-build-math-concepts/ 

https://theinnovativeeducator.blogspot.com/2010/03/10-ideas-for-innovative-math.html 

Once you know the form your project will take, then you need a topic for your project (remember this is an elementary STEM math project, so it needs to tie into a math class lesson)choose an appropriate math lesson for an elementary class!

frame it around a real-world application (ex. weather, space, disease)

use current news issues and real organizations (NASA, NOAA, CDC)

make it a fun and interesting topic for elementary students (but make sure it is of importance and that you demonstrate and discuss its importance)

[2]  Create your math lesson plan (remember to make it STEM based)

feel free to tie it into one of the topics in your textbook on math content

ex.  fractions, ratios, the number line, negative numbers, etc.

go the following website for examples on how to write and format lesson plans:

https://writing.colostate.edu/guides/teaching/lesson_plans/ 

http://www.ascd.org/publications/books/109051/chapters/Lesson-Plans-and-Unit-Plans@-The-Basis-for-Instruction.aspx 

[3]  Project overview and detailed description

[4]  Create a formative assessment for the lesson that compliments the project

include an answer key with explanations and a grading rubric

ex. short quiz, test, essay, reflection, etc.

Final Project Format and Elements:

In this assignment, you will submit a 5 page minimum (NOT including title and references) written educational proposal of your project.  This document will be typed, double-spaced, in Times New Roman or Arial font of 11 or 12 font size, with 1-inch margins.  It should include the following components to describe the project and discuss the importance of it:

Title page (with your name, date, class, and name of your project)

Page 1:  Introduction to the STEM project: at least a page on the topic of your project, time period, objectives and standards covered (reference CCSSM, NGSS).  Provide background information on your topic and discuss the current issues or real world events you are using to engage students.

Page 2:  Rationale of the STEM project: why you chose this topic, importance of it and of the project, how STEM is important to your project, the connection with STEM and math, math teaching strategies you are employing to engage students in this project

Page 3:  Your STEM math lesson plan:  visit the websites in the previous section to find out more information on ways to format lesson plans. 

Page 4:  The Steps of the STEM project:  this is the detailed explanation and setup of your projectwhat is it, what is the procedure, what is the format, what is the end result, and what is the learning objective(s)?

Page 5:  Assessment of student learning:  create an assessment piece that includes the answer key with explanations that could be used to grade students on their comprehension of your math project and lesson.

References page