From Diagnostics to Learning Success

From Diagnostics to Learning Success
Author: Klaus Beck
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2013-06-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9462091919

Accelerated substantial progress regarding many fields of production and services imposes pressure upon the labor market. Employers are desperately looking for skilled workers in nearly all technological fields. All over the world this pressure reaches the national systems of vocational education and training. Along with the output orientation turn new standards are imposed, forcing firms and schools to make every endeavor to improve and remodel their programs as well as their practices to reach more and more ambitious goals. To be successful they need the results of scientific research from which they demand reliable information on methods to diagnose the state and learning progress of students and on means to foster and promote competencies of heterogeneous groups of leaners. The book offers 22state-of-the-art articles covering the central fields of vocational education and training and reporting on new and adequate ways to deal with these challenges.

Inclusive Education in Bilingual and Plurilingual Programs

Inclusive Education in Bilingual and Plurilingual Programs
Author: Mañoso-Pacheco, Lidia
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2024-02-07
Genre: Education
ISBN:

Implementing bilingual and plurilingual education programs has ushered in a transformative era for educators worldwide. These programs have redefined teaching practices and thrust diversity into the spotlight as a central concern. During this paradigm shift, the need to cater to diverse students has become paramount, particularly in monolingual European contexts where bilingual and plurilingual instruction is often perceived as a formidable challenge, especially for learners with special needs. Inclusive Education in Bilingual and Plurilingual Programs assembles a compendium of international theoretical and practical contributions, shedding light on the intricate interplay between diversity and bilingual or plurilingual education. This book delves into the multifaceted realm of attention to diversity in education, where the focus is on tailoring teaching methods to the specific needs of students, encompassing differences in abilities, learning paces, and styles, which empowers students to acquire essential competencies and attain educational objectives at each stage of their academic journey. Secondly, it traverses the landscape of bilingual and plurilingual education, which has emerged in response to the societal, employment, and economic demands for language proficiency beyond one's mother tongue. This book is essential reading for many educational stakeholders engaged in bilingual or plurilingual education. Teachers at every educational level, along with teacher trainers at tertiary institutions, will find valuable insights for tailoring their pedagogical approaches to the unique needs of their students.

The Successful Leadership Development Program

The Successful Leadership Development Program
Author: Jo-Ann C. Byrne
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 191
Release: 2019-02-26
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1118448510

Praise for The Successful Leadership Development Program "Byrne and Rees share their direct experience to provide a highly practical guide for organizations seeking more self-managed approaches to learning in leadership development programs. It will stimulate and encourage all concerned who ask how they can better align the learning needs of individual leaders with those of their organization." —J. Herman Gilligan, principal, GC International Consulting Group "I have seen the results of the process outlined in this book and have found them to be very powerful and effective. This is a must read and a great guide for anyone responsible for leadership development in an organization." —Marchita Marino, senior vice president, human resources, Wuesthoff Health System, Inc. "Everyone concerned with growing leaders must read this book. The mapping out of a set of practices for leadership development is the most results-oriented that I have read about in decades. Every possible detail is addressed." —Robert C. Preziosi, director, Leadership Impact Lab, Nova Southeastern University "This is a unique book essential to any leader or potential leader responsible for bottom-line performance. An experienced based how-to book, the reader will learn how to prepare, obtain approval, and implement a program that will develop leaders and thereby improve and maintain financial performance." —Allen C. Minor, financial consultant; and adjunct professor, department of health administration and human resources, University of Scranton

Methods for Researching Professional Learning and Development

Methods for Researching Professional Learning and Development
Author: Michael Goller
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 625
Release: 2022-08-30
Genre: Education
ISBN: 3031085183

This volume provides alternatives for tackling existing empirical, methodological, and analytical challenges. It does so by providing a broad overview of less established, as well as emerging methods, which are of great relevance for current research on professional learning and development. As such, it offers a comprehensive collection of state-of-the-art methodologies and future directions within the workplace learning and professional development research. By describing these novel approaches and providing empirical illustrations, the book promotes innovative methodologies for investigating professional learning and development. It also supports scholars to understand upcoming empirical research and methods and encourages novice as well as established researchers to adopt new empirical strategies beyond traditional ones that have the potential to enrich a better understanding of professional learning and development.

Cognitive Requirement of Accounting Tasks

Cognitive Requirement of Accounting Tasks
Author: Yijun Zhou
Publisher: wbv Media GmbH & Company KG
Total Pages: 245
Release: 2022-06-23
Genre: Education
ISBN: 3763970800

Competence orientation has become a defining element of vocational education in German-speaking countries. In this context, tasks are considered the "transmission belts" to implement the reformed educational standards. In her dissertation the author takes a view on the systematic analysis of task characteristics as a method to inspect the degree of tasks' cognitive requirements. The theoretical-conceptual part of the dissertation gives a psychological and didactical justification of the principles underlying the tasks' cognitive requirement. The effects are analysed in two empirical studies. The first study takes a look on the basis of accounting tasks from Chinese vocational school textbooks, using the structuring content analysis (Mayring, 2008). The second empirical study inspects accounting teachers' perceptions and judgments by interviews. Based on the results, the author develops suggestions for the use of the concept of tasks' cognitive requirement in the didactic training of (prospective) teachers at commercial schools.

Human-Computer Interaction

Human-Computer Interaction
Author: Julie A. Jacko
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1345
Release: 2003-09-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0805849300

This four volume set provides the complete proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction held June, 2003 in Crete, Greece. A total of 2,986 individuals from industry, academia, research institutes, and governmental agencies from 59 countries submitted their work for presentation at the conference. The papers address the latest research and development efforts, as well as highlight the human aspects of design and use of computing systems. Those accepted for presentation thoroughly cover the entire field of human-computer interaction, including the cognitive, social, ergonomic, and health aspects of work with computers. The papers also address major advances in knowledge and effective use of computers in a variety of diversified application areas, including offices, financial institutions, manufacturing, electronic publishing, construction, health care, and disabled and elderly people.

Unleashing Brilliance

Unleashing Brilliance
Author: Dr Zam
Publisher: Dr Zam's Academy and Quantus Learning®
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2023-12-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9814638978

"Unleashing Brilliance: 2nd Edition" is a comprehensive guide designed for parents who wish to delve deep into the realm of personalized education, harnessing the power of the BrainCore Infinity™ Diagnostics Suite and Motivation Level Assessment Scale (MLAS™). This book is an essential resource for those seeking to maximize their child's learning potential, offering actionable insights and strategies to tailor the learning experience to their unique cognitive and motivational profiles. In this transformative guide, you'll discover: 1. In-depth Understanding: Navigate through the depths of the BrainCore Infinity™ Diagnostics Suite, unraveling the nuances of cognitive functions such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and processing speed. 2. Motivational Insights: Explore the realms of the MLAS™, gaining valuable insights into intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, goal orientation, and self-efficacy. 3. Personalized Strategies: Learn how to apply the insights from the diagnostics to create personalized learning environments that resonate deeply with each learner, ensuring that your child's educational experience is not only effective but also engaging and fulfilling. 4. Actionable Steps for Parents: Find practical steps and guidance tailored for parents, empowering you to become an active participant in your child's educational journey, fostering a supportive environment that nurtures their growth and development. 5. Success Stories and Real-life Applications: Be inspired by success stories and real-life examples illustrating the transformative impact of combining cognitive and motivational assessments in personalized learning. "Unleashing Brilliance: 2nd Edition" is not just a book; it's a journey towards a more individualized and impactful educational experience. Whether you are aiming to refine your child's learning process or seeking ways to support their holistic development, this guide offers a pathway to achieving those goals. Embrace the future of education where learning is personalized, deeply meaningful, and endlessly inspiring. Unlock your child's full potential with "Unleashing Brilliance: 2nd Edition" today!

The Continuum Guide to Successful Teaching in Higher Education

The Continuum Guide to Successful Teaching in Higher Education
Author: Manuel Martinez-Pons
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2003-05-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1847144136

This definitive resource covers every aspect of teaching in higher education. Particular emphasis is placed on the two main concerns facing professors in North America and the UK today; the growing emphasis on the quality of college teaching and, more specifically, the increasingly demanding nature of the profession, whereby lecturers are forced to teach more students on a greater number of courses. Pons' practical advice is supported throughout by research evidence.

Psychology of Teaching and Learning

Psychology of Teaching and Learning
Author: Manuel Martinez-Pons
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2001-05-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0826453554

The Psychology of Teaching and Learning provides a thorough and comprehensive introduction to the psychology of instruction in the schools and colleges.The book divides the theory into three stages (the "three steps" in the subtitle): (i) work by the teacher prior to engagement with the student (e.g. needs assessment; diagnosis; mental ability including emotional intelligence); (ii) work by the teacher with the student (e.g. module delivery, formative assessment); and (iii) work done by the teacher after engagement with the student (e.g. summative assessment, remedial planning). The subject matter is wide-ranging including, for example, parental influence, behavioral factors and a consideration of different kinds of intelligence. Martinez-Pons has developed models of instruction in the form of flow charts, reports research (including plentiful quantitative studies) and includes boxed material explaining techniques and concepts (e.g. correlational analysis).It was written with graduate students of education in mind, especially for courses for educational psychology and pedagogy. Because the book develops out of general educational psychology, it is applicable to all stages of education from elementary school to college teaching as well as in-service professionals, including educational psychologists.