Research And Report

Based on the information you have learned regarding Least Restrictive Environment, research and identify three court cases that have helped to shape the field’s understanding of LRE (there are far more than three). Each court case analysis should include the following information — identification of the case, background information regarding the parties involved, the findings of the court, and the effect of the field’s understanding of LRE as a result.

No  Plagiarism

The “Will it Float” activity is grounded in the science concept of density.

Read the assigned readings for this week:

  • Everett, S., & Moyer, R. (2007). “Inquirize” Your Teaching. Science and Children44(7), 54-57.
  • Vincent, D., Cassel, D., & Milligan, J. (2008). Will it Float? Science and Children, 45(6), 36-39.

After you have completed the readings, include the following in a single discussion post:

  1. Write a brief (one paragraph) summary for each reading.
  2. Choose one of the following reflective prompts and respond.
    • Everett and Moyer (2007) describe how not all hands-on activities are inquiry activities. Further, they explain how a teacher can use the 5E instructional model to “inquirize” instruction. Think of a hands-on science activity that you have either seen or experienced. Briefly describe that activity and then describe how it could be “inquirized” using the 5E model.
    • The “Will it Float” activity is grounded in the science concept of density. What concepts might students already know going into this activity? What conceptual understanding of density would they develop as a result of this 5E activity? Which of the 5E stages explained in this article seems the most important for student learning? Explain your reasoning.

Language Elements

The most effective strategies, approaches, and methods for teaching ELLs are supported by language acquisition theories. English language acquisition can be promoted by understanding language as an interconnected system and by integrating the discourse and rhetorical structures of ELLs within instruction.

For this assignment, you will devise a language game or communication activity informed by language acquisition theory that integrates listening, speaking, reading, and writing for a grade level within grades K-3.

For your chosen grade level, select a content standard from the Arizona Academic Standards and a corresponding standard from the Arizona English Language Proficiency (ELP) to be aligned with the game or activity. Create at least one learning objective for your game or activity that is aligned with your chosen academic and ELP standards.

Within a 500-750 word submission, include the following:

The ELA and ELP standards as well as the learning objective(s) to be addressed within your game or activity
An explanation of the game or activity and how it would be carried out in an educational setting
A list of the materials needed for your game or activity
A brief description of at least one language acquisition theory and how it informed the design of your game or activity
A brief definition of phonetics, phonology, morphology, lexicon, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics. Additionally, include a description of how each of these elements relate to the verbal and written exercises within your game or activity.
Support your submission with at least three 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 Class Resources if you need assistance.

E13 Early Childhood Literacy Assignment 4

Assignment 04

E13 Early Childhood Literacy

Directions: Be sure to make an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading.  Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar.  Sources must be cited in APA format.  Your response should be four (4) pages in length; refer to the “Assignment Format” page for specific format requirements.

Discuss the key features of a teacher’s role as model, provider, and facilitator in promoting language learning and literacy. Be specific in discussing practical ways that each role is shown.