scholarly journals Universal ESL Scaffolding for the K-12 Teacher: A Literature Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 57-62
Author(s):  
Marlynn Nicole Tatum ◽  
Tonya Huber

This review of the literature analyzes scaffolding as it relates to best practices in the English as a second language (ESL) classroom, grades K-12. As defined by many professional educators, instructional scaffolding is temporary support provided to students on an individual basis based on their needs. Despite the ever-increasing population of ESL students in K-12 classrooms, the ESL instructional approach lacks consistency from country to country, state to state, and classroom to classroom. There is a wealth of research on ESL instructional techniques, but a lack of studies on the impact of various approaches to instructional scaffolding. The articles in question address instructional scaffolding in different ways for different grade levels spanning K-12. Did one prevail as a potential universal scaffold? How might we, as educators, stop reinventing the wheel and rely on a sound methodology? Studies on scaffolding as it relates specifically to ESL student’s comprehension is limited. These findings have important implications for the practices of current and future ESL teachers.

2019 ◽  
pp. 001857871986840
Author(s):  
Matthew Gibson ◽  
Phuoc Anh (Anne) Nguyen ◽  
Elizabeth Ann Casserly ◽  
Leigh E. Efird ◽  
Melanie K. Kuester ◽  
...  

Background: Opioid use is classified as an epidemic by many due to the impact of these medications on society. Federal and state laws for prescribing and dispensing opioids have changed rapidly in a short period of time to hopefully balance proper pain control with their use. Pharmacy directors must be informed of these rapid changes to effectively work as part of any opioid stewardship team. Objective: The objective of this study was to provide foundational leadership guidance to pharmacy directors on current opioid legislation, literature, and best practices to assist in improving opioid use. Methods: A review of the literature from 2003 to the present was conducted along with collating important up to date resources and other publications that provide foundational information to help support a comprehensive management of opioid use. A summary of these data has been collated into an easy to use table and summarized throughout this article. Conclusion: The information provided in this article helps to properly inform pharmacy leaders to the resources available to improve the prescribing, dispensing, and monitoring of opioids and alternatives.


2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 94-103
Author(s):  
Sarah M. Ray ◽  
Ovidio Galvan ◽  
Jill Zarestky

Vocational and workforce education provide economic opportunity but often exclude or limit the participation of women. Here, we lay the foundation for developing workforce programming from a feminist perspective and building inclusion efforts within academic institutions for vocational education students and practitioners. Based on a systematic review of the literature, we present findings pertaining to three aspects of feminist pedagogy—career choice, care, and multiculturalism—as the basis for identifying the best practices for a feminist pedagogy of vocational education. We conclude with a discussion of the impact of the findings on the personal/social and political/structural qualities of education programs and provide an extensive and concrete checklist for vocational and workforce program administrators and educators to use when evaluating and modifying their programs for inclusive practices.


Author(s):  
Laurel Miltenberger

The purpose of the chapter is to examine the importance of social and emotional learning (SEL) when supporting K-12 students in academic learning for success. Components of SEL such as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making will be covered. A brief look at emotional intelligence is incorporated in the contents as well. The author provides evidence-based reasons why teaching SEL is beneficial for K-12 student success in numerous aspects of their educational career. Not only K-12 students be the focus of implementing SEL, but the teacher's role in implementing SEL in the classroom is explored. Various skills taught in SEL is discussed in detail as well as the impact of SEL at various grade levels.


Author(s):  
Meredith J. C. Swallow ◽  
Mia L. Morrison

Context is an essential component of educator knowledge development and practice. When K-12 learning environments shifted from traditional schools and classrooms to remote learning, teacher knowledge of context was challenged as students were situated in varied and unpredictable settings. In this chapter, researchers examine the ways in which purposeful attention to technological pedagogical knowledge in teacher development and practice can influence the impact of fluctuations in micro level teaching contexts in remote learning environments. To provide direction in enhancing knowledge across contexts, the authors focus on the cross curricular learning skills of critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity. Particular attention is given to learning activities that can span across contexts, grade levels, and subject areas.


Author(s):  
Gregory C. Petty

Most professional educators agree that K – 20 educators have difficult jobs. However, there has been little research conducted on whether the work ethic of teachers of the different grade levels is common to all levels of teachers. Knowledge of any differences could affect training strategies and educational practices. The science of pedagogy implies that all teaching structures and curriculum are the same for teaching children. However, this chapter shows that there are significant differences between teachers of kindergarten through sixth grade from their counterparts teaching seventh grade through twelfth grade. Specific components that are the result of a factor analysis reveal definitive work ethic constructs that differ between levels of teachers. This information could be used to develop more appropriate curriculum for teachers at all levels of teaching.


10.28945/2926 ◽  
2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
James N. Morgan ◽  
Craig A. VanLengen

The divide between those who have computer and Internet access and those who do not appears to be narrowing, however overall statistics may be misleading. Measures of computer availability in schools often include cases where computers are only available for administration or are available only on a very limited basis (Gootman, 2004). Access to a computer and the Internet outside of school helps to reinforce student learning and emphasize the importance of using technology. Recent U.S. statistics indicate that ethnic background and other demographic characteristics still have substantial impact on the availability and use of computers by students outside of the classroom. This paper examines recent census data to determine the impact of the household on student computer use outside of the classroom. Encouragingly, the findings of this study suggest that use of a computer at school substantially increases the chance that a student will use a computer outside of class. Additionally, this study suggests that computer use outside of the classroom is positively and significantly impacted by being in a household with adults who either use a computer at work or work in an industry where computers are extensively used.


Author(s):  
G.A. Murachueva ◽  
I.M. Rasulov ◽  
S.G. Gusenov

A review of the literature on the stages of the formation of temporary and permanent occlusion has been performed. This stages play an important role not only for the full development of the maxillofacial apparatus, temporomandibular joint, but also the whole organism. The role of early tooth extraction in the formation of the physiological state of the dentoalveolar system is considered. The conclusion is drawn about the need for a deeper study of this problem in the structure of general dental morbidity.


Author(s):  
E.N. Glavatskaya , O.V. Pribushenya , N.A. Venchikova

Two clinical cases of meconium peritonitis in the fetuses are presented. The diagnosis was made prenatally at 30+5 and 20+1 weeks of gestation. The main ultrasound signs were ascites, loop expansion and thickening of the intestinal wall, peritoneal calcifications, meconium pseudocysts. In one case, pregnancy was complicated by polyhydramnios. In both cases, the pregnancy ended in premature birth, followed by surgical treatment during the first days of life. A review of the literature on the topic are discussed the etiology, the spectrum and frequency of ultrasound signs suggesting this condition in the fetus, the effectiveness of prenatal diagnosis, the prognosis for the life and health of the newborn, as well as the impact of the quality and timeliness of the prenatal diagnosis on the management of pregnancy and timeliness of surgical care for the newborn.


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