Category: Education

Final Project:
Research a topic on rational numbers (fractions): lowest terms, equivalent fractions,
comparing fractions, a fraction operation – addition, subtraction, multiplication, division,
or a specific property, and ideas about approaches to pedagogy/teaching methods. Use
the Common Core Standards noted in chapter 6.1, 6.2, or 6.3 of our textbook. Also refer
to the Mathematics Grades Pre-Kindergarten to 12, Massachusetts Curriculum
Frameworks, link below, read pages 19 – 21).
Find at least one related article at the QCC Alden Library.
 Use academic sources to research the topic and teaching methods.
https://qcc.mass.libguides.com/ResearchGuide > Class Guides >
Math – Math for Educators I and II, may be helpful and you can also ask a
librarian for assistance.
Write a summary of what you learned about the topic and pedagogy.
 Produce a typed, one-page summary in essay form. Note your topic, the
Common Core Standard and grade level, and cite your article/s in MLA
Formatting:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/mla_style/mla_formatting_
and_style_guide/mla_formatting_and_style_guide.html
 You can also visit the QCC Writing Center for assistance:
https://www.qcc.edu/services/tutoring/writing-center
The project is 15 % of your grade and it is due on May 9th, 2024 at 7pm. Late work will
not be accepted. Grading will be based on a total of 100 points: 75 points for the
summary, which should include the topic, Common Core Standard and grade level, your
observations and what you learned, and citation of the article/s: 25 points for your
explanation.
Frameworks (Math):
https://www.doe.mass.edu/frameworks/math/201

The role of the principal in enforcing site-based and district-level policies.
The legal consequences for failing to enforce these policies.
How the principal enacts policy-based decisions while ensuring he or she is consistent with the school vision.
Cite 2-3 resources that may include the school district policy manual ,certified staff manual, and student handbook.
APA style

1. What online resources do we find most useful for teaching Social Studies and the Arts?
2. Are there resources here that improve my Learning Segment Plan?
Lintner,T., Schweder, W. (2011). Practical strategies for teaching K-12 social studies in inclusive classrooms. (pp. 19-27; pp. 57-64). Charlotte, NC: Information Age Pub.
Teaching history (2016). Retrieved from http://teachinghistory.org/
Lesson plans and resources for arts integration (2012). Retrieved from http://www.edutopia.org/stw-arts-integration-resources-lesson-plans
Strategies for arts integration scholastic (2016). Retrieved from http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/collection/strategies-arts-integration

MUST BE FORMATTED AND FOLLOW APA GUIDLINES. 6 PAGES INCLUDING THE SOURCES PAGE. DOUBLE SPACED. MINIMUM FIVE SOURCES. The topic of this essay is about gaming addiction and how it affects your daily life. 

A complete research paper in APA style with the following: 
Title/Cover Page. Contains the paper’s title, the author’s name, address, phone number, e-mail, and the day’s date.
Abstract. …
Introduction and Statement of the Problem. …
Limitations of Study. …
Methodology. …
Literature Review. …
Main Body of Paper/Argument. …
Conclusion.

3,000 word essay (100% of grade)
Please see the attachments below for guided instructions (see Guidance for Essay attachment)

You will use the attached to develop a 4 page paper around this particular school district plan. Use outside resources to supoprt it. Also, follow the paper criteria on what must be included and in what format.
• Executive Summary – The executive summary should define the challenge to be addressed,
provide a BRIEF descriiption of the approach to the challenge, and list recommended action items
to address the challenge. This summary should be less than one page.
• Background on Problem of Practice – Describe the context and explain the problem of practice
succinctly; Include district demographic details related to the challenge and the outcome desired
by the district.
• Recommended Action Plan – Based on your findings, as well as related theory and research
found in the literature, present a progressive planning strategy to address the Leadership
Challenge over a 1- to 3-year period, including how recommendations will be implemented.
Provide concrete examples of things that can be done to address the problem of practice. Use
APA format to cite references used to inform the plan.
• Communication Plan – Outline a communication plan for how the action plan can be
implemented and shared with various constituent groups (e.g., students, families, staff, school
board, and community) that will be involved and connected with the leadership
opportunity/challenge.
• Appendix I: Research and Analysis – As an appendix to the White Paper, provide a succinct
analysis/interpretation of your findings. This appendix should integrate multiple themes
addressed in the Academy, information from readings, and personal experience with references.
The academy was Howard University/AASA Urban Superintendent Academy. We talked a lot about the urban superintendent, black and brown students, and transformative leadership.

The paper will be written in APA (7th
edition) format, double spaced, 12 pt. font, with a length of 8-10 pages. 
Required components of research paper are listed in rubric.
A
minimum of 5 peer reviewed sources must be used to support your research. (Use the “how to locate” document and choose the 5
articles and let me know so that I can deliver them to you.)
I have already chosen
the topic. Look under the “research paper 1.” Document to go from there.
This paper is about assessment of students with disabiltiies.

As an educator, you will be expected to know how to create and implement daily lesson plans and assessments. It is important to develop the skills to write lesson plans that include state standards, effective learning objectives, appropriate instructional strategies, and differentiated activities and assessments to meet the diverse needs of all students. Assessments do not have to look the same for all students. By using ethical and equitable approaches, assessments can be seamlessly woven into instruction to provide students with multiple opportunities to demonstrate their learning. Effective instructional planning and assessments are foundational to your future professional practice.
Part 1: Lesson Plan
Throughout this course, you have developed a full lesson plan, including aligning learning objectives to standards, determining instructional strategies and assessments, planning all components of a lesson plan, and considering differentiation for diverse student needs.
Imagine that you are now planning the next lesson for learning. Using the “COE Lesson Plan Template,” develop that full lesson by choosing the next standard you would address and applying the planning process to that standard using the template.
Include at least 2-4 assessments and for each assessment included in your lesson plan, justify its purpose in supporting and demonstrating learning.
Part 2: Reflection
Write a 500-750 word reflection on how you would apply assessment practices to your lesson plan. Address the following in your reflection:
Discuss how you designed standards-based formative and summative assessments that are differentiated to meet all student needs.
Explain 2-3 methods for providing descriptive and timely feedback within the lesson to assist students and families in understanding student progress.
Describe ethical and equitable assessment practices for the classroom, including when using technology to support assessment.
Support your lesson plan and reflection with a minimum of three scholarly resources.
Submit your lesson plan and reflection in a single document.
Note: This assignment may be added as an artifact to your toolkit.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:
MA Elementary Education (NITL/ITL)
4.1: Identify a variety of assessments and their purposes in supporting and demonstrating learning. [InTASC 6(a), 6(e), 6(g), 6(j), 6(k); TEP 5.1]
4.2: Design standards-based assessments that are differentiated to meet all learner needs. [InTASC 1(a), 6(b), 6(p), 6(r), 6(u); TPE 5.8; MC5]
4.4: Provide descriptive and timely feedback using a variety of methods to assist students and families in understanding student progress. [InTASC 6(n), 6(o), 6(s); TPE 5.5; MC4]
4.6: Determine ethical and equitable assessment practices for the classroom including when technology is used to support assessment. [InTASC 6(i), 6(v); ISTE-E 7(a), 7b; TPE 5.4; MC5]
Rubric Criteria

You have a standard practice of displaying all student work in your classroom. Recently, you assigned students to write any essay and submit a pictorial depiction on the person they considered to be their hero. One of your students submitted an essay on Jesus and a drawing of the Last Supper.
Write a 500-750-word essay in which you discuss:
Any legal issues regarding the grading of your student’s essay and whether you could display the student’s work.
How does the First Amendment apply to this situation?
Include at least five references in your essay. At least three of the five references should cite U.S. Supreme Court cases.