Pedagogy

When I think about democracy, I think about diversity, equality and justice which are essential values in a democratic society.  In my life as a citizen, student and future teacher Ive had the benefit of experiencing these values.  I am fortunate to live in a diverse society in which I have been able to maintain relationships with people of different ethnicities, cultures, religions, socioeconomic status, and beliefs.  This has enriched my life and helped me to be open-minded. ...

Juvenile delinquency has been a major problem in the society for many years. In fact, the National Center of Juvenile Justices 2004 report included more than 1,660,700 violations and criminal cases wherein children and young teenagers are the main offenders. Typical cases would often include personal as well as public order offense. Property destruction and drug violations would also rank as one of the top legal violations among juveniles.     Today more than ever, these figures steadily...

According to medical reports, childrens language abilities on entry to school have declined over the last ten years. It has become an integral part of family life and there is more than one television in each household. Modern day kids are having a separate television in their bedroom. Parents hope that the modern digital interactive software will greatly help their kids in the enhancement of their instructional qualities. As the addiction to watch television grows at a faster phase, there is an...

Reading is an important skill every human being needs to learn. The ability to read influences how an individual may succeed in school and later on, in life.  When one has acquired reading comprehension, the door to opportunities becomes wider, whether it is for personal or professional success. Reading then becomes a vital component in the education of children.      The objective of reading is to learn the meaning of a text. However, the reading process is not that simple....

At a time when globalization has become the centre stage in dictating the consumerism and lifestyle patterns, music industries have turned into key cultural industries as they are involved in various social-economic aspects of the society at all levels.   Particularly, the industries have become a key defining element of peoples way of life through creativity that either directly involves them in the production and supply chain.  David (2007, p. 43) explains that the creativity inculcated...

The discussion question links the two variables, college degree and ease of employment. These will be used as keywords in searching for sources. Discussion evidence covering these variables will be obtained through the search for journals, magazine and newspaper articles. The evidence supporting the position on this argument will be presented in the essay using a point-by-point system. The essay will be organised into three sections, the introduction, discussion, and conclusion. The introduction...

Attachment has been identified as a protective mechanism for problems (Janssen, Schuengel and Stolk 2002). Children and young adults are especially prone to utilise contact, proximity and familiarity as a solution to problems and stress (Bowlby 1982). This attachment is developed to an adult other than their parents (Bowlby 1984). It was also shown in a study that the personal characteristics of a professional affects the type of relationship developed with a young person (Kesner 2000). It has also...

 Design of a toy is one of the most fascinating occupations, especially when it is done with assumption that it is for ones own child. Today the world is more sophisticated in producing toys that develop the child starting from infancy. Psychologists take part in designing toys and reveal aspects that were never considered as a compulsory part in toy design. Findings in psychomotor development transferred the toy design and production, as well as use into a strategically important factor in...

I. Developmental Overview of the Theory    Erik was born on 15 June 1902 in Frankfurt. The identity of his true biological father was hidden from him. His mother was a Jewish from Copenhagen and was married to a Jewish named Waldemar Salomonsen. In 1904, his mother Karla Abrahamsen remarried a Jewish pediatrician named Thedoro Homburger. After being adopted by his stepfather, Erik Salomonsen became Erik Homburger. Little was known about his true father and because of that, he has...