sec 525 Questions
Please answer the following questions one paragraph per answer one source for each

Week 1 DQ 1
Examine the theories behind the cognitive, humanistic, and behavioral schools of thought. Which approach would be considered the best for teaching why? Cite your resources.

DQ 2
Watch the “Participation with Playing Cards” and “Tracking Tools: Assess & Celebrate Learning.” Do these two videos demonstrate covert or overt participation by the students? How will these strategies inform your teaching?


Week 2 DQ 1
Discuss actions that would be considered active participation from a student in your classroom. Does active mean collaborative, physical, or progressive?

DQ2
What strengths do you see in yourself, which make you a successful instructional planner?


Week 3 DQ 1
Provide an example of a technology strategy or collaborative tool you would use to promote creative and innovative thinking. Explain the potential value when effectively used in teaching and learning.

DQ2
How do you foster peer-to-peer questioning skills in your students? Give an example or activity to support your answer.


Week 4 DQ 1
What hindrances do you see occurring in the classroom when a strategy for a diversity is implemented? How could you avoid these hindrances?

DQ2
What advances do you see occurring in a classroom when a strategy for a diversity is implemented?



Week 5 DQ1
What are the benefits of using well-designed lesson and unit plans for both the teacher and the student? What criteria should be used in evaluating an instructor’s content unit material?

DQ2
Discuss possible informal assessments and how you would incorporate your findings into the overall collection of data.

Week 6 DQ1
Why is working in groups an effective learning strategy? Why would this be important to do in your classroom?

DQ2
Discuss what you believe are the newest technological tools used in instructional strategies? How do they support diversity?