Is science self-correcting over time? Do the processes involved
in biomedical research-collaboration, communication,
skepticism, peer review-lead to a valuable and objective way
of learning about the world?
This curriculum introduces students to ways in which
scientific research is conducted, how social forces influence
scientific priorities, and how basic scientific research may,
or may not, support medical applications for human health.
Throughout the unit, students are asked to consider their
roles and responsibilities as scientifically literate citizens.
This past weekend, our department chair received an email from a local high school English teacher who asked, in short, should they be teaching students how to do a "traditional" research paper - including the use of 3×5 note cards - because some of his colleagues are strong supporters of it and others consider it "archaic."
He wanted to hear a response from a college professor about how best to prepare students for the kinds of research that they would be doing in composition courses that they would be taking after high school. Below, I have copied and pasted the response that I offered him via email. And, now I ask you… What do you think - is it time to move away from "traditional" research paper writing processes?
On January 23, 2012, researchers and education thought leaders convened in Washington D.C. for Handwriting in the 21st Century? An Educational Summit to discuss research and opinions regarding the role of handwriting instruction in the 21st century classroom. (Watch videos of the researchers' presentations to learn more.) Now, just over a year later, a major shift in focus about the role of handwriting instruction in 21st century schools has occurred since the Summit. A white paper is available which highlights the results of the summit.
There is a rapidly growing body of research that demonstrates the positive effects of augmentative and alternative communication
(AAC) intervention on the communication of children and adults with complex communication needs. Despite the positive impact
of many AAC interventions, however, many individuals with complex communication needs continue to experience serious challenges
participating in educational, vocational, healthcare, and community environments. In this paper, we apply the framework
proposed by the International Classifi cation of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to illustrate the need to re-think AAC
intervention to improve outcomes for individuals with complex communication needs, and to foster a new generation of intervention
research that will provide a solid foundation for improved services. Specifi cally, the paper emphasizes the need to take a
more holistic view of communication intervention and highlights the following key principles to guide AAC intervention and
research: (a) build on the individual ' s strengths and focus on the integration of skills to maximize communication, (b) focus on
the individual ' s participation in real-world contexts, (c) address psychosocial factors as well as skills, and (d) attend to extrinsic
environmental factors as well as intrinsic factors related to the individual who requires AAC.
The AAC-RERC is a Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center that functions as a collaborative research group dedicated to the development of effective AAC technology.
AIR is one of the world's largest behavioral and social science research organizations. Our overriding goal is to use the best science available to bring the most effective ideas and approaches to enhancing everyday life. For us, making the world a better place is not wishful thinking. It is the goal that drives us
"The Tots 'n Tech Research Institute (TnT) is an inter-university collaboration between Thomas Jefferson University (TJU), Philadelphia and Arizona State University (ASU), Tempe. TnT's mission is to provide up-to-date information and resources about adaptations, including assistive technology, to use with infants and toddlers for states, Early Intervention providers of all disciplines, and families across the country. In order to achieve this mission, TnT provides technical assistance to states to help them enhance the use of adaptations with infants and toddlers and conducts a national research program about use of adaptations and assistive technology (AT)"
"Who's talking about your research?
Thousands of conversations about scholarly content happen online every day. Altmetric tracks a range of sources to capture and collate this activity, helping you to monitor and report on the attention surrounding the work you care about."
Into the Book is a reading comprehension resource for K-4 students and teachers. We focus on eight research-based strategies: Using Prior Knowledge, Making Connections, Questioning, Visualizing, Inferring, Summarizing, Evaluating and Synthesizing. Try the
This is a fun and FREE way to teach learning Reading Comprehension
Into the Book is a reading comprehension resource for K-4 students and teachers. We focus on eight research-based strategies: Using Prior Knowledge, Making Connections, Questioning, Visualizing, Inferring, Summarizing, Evaluating and Synthesizing. Try the online interactive activities, or click below to find out how to get our engaging 15-minute video programs.
"Into the Book is a reading comprehension resource for elementary students and teachers. We focus on eight research-based strategies: Using Prior Knowledge, Making Connections, Questioning, Visualizing, Inferring, Summarizing, Evaluating and Synthesizing. Try the online interactive activities, or click below to find out how to get our engaging 15-minute video programs."
Use this tool to get the most out of researching on the Web and reading strategically. With your class or on your own, you can become a more effective learner with Strategy Tutor!
Confirmation Bias is a psychological principle/logical fallacy. This recent (2015) study documents how people will seek out ways to justify or confirm their beliefs when presented with cognitive dissonance.
Date:
November 16, 2015
Source:
University of Iowa
Summary:
Once people reach a conclusion, they aren't likely to change their minds, even when new information shows their initial belief is likely wrong and clinging to that belief costs real money, new research shows"
"A public, searchable collection of research on the use of computer access interfaces by people with disabilities. The database includes text entry rate data from studies published since 1986. A registry option exists for those who wish to add to the database."
"Augmentative Communication, Augmentative
Communication News (ACN), distilling the ongoing research, exemplary
practice, and new development activities in the field into a practical format
that made it possible for clinicians, students and teachers to translate ongoing
research and development into immediate practice. For fifteen years (1994-2009)
Michael B. Williams, a gifted writer who himself relies on augmentative
communication tools and strategies, wrote, edited, and oversaw the publications
of Alternatively Speaking. This newsletter was written by and for people
with complex communication needs and covered topics of personal and immediate
interest to individuals who benefit using AAC. Alternatively Speaking provides straight talk on key issues, from the perspective of people who rely on AAC.
Every single issue of these two seminal
publications in the field of AAC is now available"