So many topics to be explored and how fast eight weeks will fly by. I have toggled back and forth with a variety of topics and have chosen to explore- The Social and Emotional Effects on Early Learners of the NO Child Left Behind Act.
I chose this topic as I find myself working with students of a variety of developmental different stages. I have students that are physically and cognitively ready for a school readiness program and then I have others that lack verbal skills, they are physically challenged, and behaviorally challenged. I find myself constantly working with the students who have needs and unfortunately not spending as much time with my typically developing learners. I leave my class feeling as if they were short changed which brings me to my topic as I want to know are they the ones being left behind because they don't have the opportunity to build relationships with the teacher like the other children who require more attention.I am looking forward to gaining knew insight on this topic over the next eight weeks. I would appreciate any thoughts or suggestions from anyone.
Melanie,
ReplyDeleteI have heard other teachers make the same comments. They spend so much time with those who are needing attention that they do not feel as if they are teaching the developing students. This should be an interesting research project for you. I would really like to know more about what you find out.
Wow I really like your research topic. The students in my school and also all the administration are worried about the new standardized test for the state of Texas STAAR before it was the TAKS. Are you going to focus on early childhood learners or are you planning to extend your research a little further ?
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ReplyDeleteI think that your choice of research topics is excellent. I am not a fan of what NCLB has done in our classrooms. I can relate to your feelings about the students who do not require the instructional attention that many of the other students do. I look forward to reading about your findings. Good luck!
Jamie Reid
Very interesting topic indeed. I have mixed feelings about NCLB. I have heard pros and cons on both ends. I will be following your research closely :)
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