HUMANITARIAN

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.  We’ve looked at how artists transform everyday objects into art, but the reverse also happens.  Designers of everyday objects are often inspired and influenced by art.  Take a look at this water jug:

Using what you’ve learned thus far, what artistic influences do you see?  Feel free to compare it to specific works of art from abstract expressionism, modern art, or conceptualism.  You may want to consider how aesthetics (form) influence function.  There may be reasons why a water bottle design would seek to be aesthetically appealing.  Perhaps one of the quotes from question 6 last week might be relevant in observing this object.  (Write at least 350 words.)

2.  Post a picture of an everyday object that you think is inspired and influenced by art.  Taking the same approach as in question 1, explain why.  (Write at least 350 words.)

Masters Assistance

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***This is due within 30 hours****

Integrating Literacy Article  

Literacy is an area that crosses all content curriculum. Without mastery of reading and writing skills, many students will struggle to learn and demonstrate understanding in other content areas. It is important for teachers in all content areas to consistently integrate literacy skills into their curriculum, as well as assess them regularly to support the learning of every student.

As the department lead, your principal has asked you to write an article for the monthly district newsletter explaining the importance of integrating literacy into all classes and content areas.

The 500-750 word article must include the following:

· An engaging title and author byline

· Definition of interdisciplinary literacy and fluency in contemporary education

· Overview of three key theories related to reading and writing processes and development across content areas

· Explanation of how cross-disciplinary instruction supports the historically shared knowledge base of literacy in all content areas

Support your findings with a minimum of 3-5 scholarly resources.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Course Materials if you need assistance.

IEP GOALS

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One portion of an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) is writing goals for students to master within the year of the IEP.  For this assignment, you will practice writing goals for a student with a disability, based on the present level of performance given to you.  This would be the same thing you would have to do as a special educator receiving a new student on your case load.  Review the sample Present Level of Performance (PLO) on Jackson in the Reading & Study folder of Module/Week 3.  This is the type of information you would be given on a student from an eligibility meeting, where the assessment team would compile their results and determine the disability.  Write four goals based on this information, two for reading and two for written language in the attached template.  You are strongly advised to study the Goals and Objectives presentation in Module/Week 3 to help with samples and formatting, following the A, B, C, D of writing goals/objectives.  This information will be used in the IEP assignment in Module/Week 4.  Current APA formatting will be used, including a title page.

Be sure to review the criteria on the IEP Annual Goals Grading Rubric before beginning this assignment.

Understanding Special Education Paper Assignment

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Overview

Special education provides educational opportunities for students who need additional support to make academic or social progress in schools. All educators need to understand the components of special education because effective special education programs include collaboration with a variety of educators, administrators, and school staff.

 

Instructions

For this assignment, you will write a 1,000-word research-paper in current APA format that focuses on the characteristics of students receiving special education, the laws governing special education, service delivery models for students eligible for special education services, and Biblical principles that support the inclusion of special education services in schools. The paper should contain the following sections:

  1. Introduction: Describe special education and why it is necessary. Include a Scriptural reference to support the necessity of special education in schools. Scripture must be supported by at least one sentence that explains how it relates to your discussion.

 

  1. Laws: Provide a brief history of the law that established special education in schools (IDEA) and some of the important components of that law (FAPE, LRE). Citations from at least one scholarly resource are required.

 

  1. Special Education Services: Describe the characteristics of students who receive special education services. How does a student become eligible for special education services? What kinds of services are provided under special education? Citations from at least one scholarly resource are required.

 

  1. Service Delivery Models: Special education services can be administered in a variety of ways. Describe three tiers of special education service delivery environments from least restrictive to most restrictive. Discuss the type of student who would be best served in each type of environment. Citations from at least one scholarly resource are required.

 

  1. Conclusion: Summarize the information shared in the previous sections of the paper. Include any additional information or insight you have gleaned from the process of writing this paper. Include a scriptural reference in the conclusion paragraph. Scripture should be supported by at least one sentence that explains how it applies to your discussion.

 

A title page and a reference page are required for this assignment.