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JET: Japan Exchange & Teaching Program
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Life In Japan: 25 Year Summary
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Japan's Bilingual Culture
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Normandale College Prep
What should high schoolers know about college preparation?
Jack Ellis offers some advice based on what you'll experience in college . . .
"I would tell a 9th or 10th grader in high school, that the best way to prepare is to take the necessary courses and get experience in a world language but especially focus on math and writing. It will save you time and energy and money if you're ready to work at the college level. College math is becoming a requirement in more degrees now, even in the arts and humanities. Also, take a writing course your senior year if you can—it will help prepare you for writing in college classes."
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Visual Learning and Student Achievement
Here is a short summary of what you'll find in the white paper,
Visual Learning and Student Achievement:
Theoretical Foundations and Educational Applications.
Increased student performance, improved retention, and stronger critical thinking skills with visual learning
Alan Paivio's work,
Imagery and Verbal Processing
, documented the importance of having students record and represent information in more than one way. Paivio's research suggested that information that is interconnected verbally and visually facilitates conceptual connections, helping learners understand relationships and recall related details.
A work published in 1999,
How People Learn: Brain, Minds, Experience, and School
, states, "helping students to organize their knowledge is as important as the knowledge itself, since knowledge organization is likely to affect students' intellectual performance."
Concept mapping techniques support growth in knowledge, understanding, and memory
The process of concept mapping has been researched extensively by cognitive psychologist David Ausubel.
His book,
Educational Psychology: A Cognitive View
, indicates that concept mapping helps students construct meaning and relate it to the structures of prior knowledge. Other visual learning techniques, such as webs and idea maps, capitalize on the same principles, helping students show many different information patterns and connect that information to prior knowledge.
Major quantitative studies support visual learning in the classroom
Noted education researcher and author Robert J. Marzano, executive director of the Mid-continent Regional Educational Laboratory (
McREL
), noted in his book,
Classroom Instruction that Works
, that the identification of similarities and differences is, in many ways, the "core" of all learning. He stated, "Representing similarities and differences in graphic or symbolic form enhances students' understanding and ability to use knowledge."
Marzano has also stated that the use of graphical organizers in general, is among the 10 most effective strategies, ranking higher than other commonly used techniques.
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Suggested Reading
If you would like to learn more about visual learning and graphical organizers, check out these titles.
Anders, G. & Beech, L.W. (1990). Reading: Mapping for meaning: 70 graphic organizers for comprehension. Kent, CT: Sniffen Court Books.
Ausubel, D. (1968). Educational psychology: A cognitive view. New York: Holt, Reinhart and Winston.
Balsamo, K. (1994). Thematic activities for student portfolios. Beavercreek, OH: Pieces of Learning.
Bellanca, J. (1990). The cooperative think tank: Graphic organizers to teach thinking in the cooperative classroom. Arlington Heights, IL: IRI/SkyLight Training and Publishing, Inc.
Bromley, K., Irwin Devitis, L. & Modlo, M. (1999). 50 graphic organizers for reading, writing & more: Reproducible templates, student samples, and easy strategies to support every learner. New York: Scholastic Professional Books.
Bromley, K., Irwin-De Vitis, L & Modlo, M. (1995). Graphic organizers: Visual strategies for active learning. New York: Scholastic, Inc.
Bromley, K.D. (1996). Webbing with literature: Creating story maps with children's books. (2nd ed.). Needham Heights, MA: Allyn & Bacon.
Buzan, T. & Buzan, B. (1993). The mind map book: How to use radiant thinking to maximize your brain's untapped potential. New York: Penguin Books USA Inc.
Buzan, T. (1983). Use both sides of your brain: New techniques to help you read efficiently, study effectively, solve problems, remember more, think clearly. New York: E.P. Dutton.
Caine, R.N. & Caine, G. (1997). Education on the edge of possibility. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
Camilli, T. (1992). A Case of red herrings: Solving mysteries through critical questioning, book A-1. Pacific Grove, CA: Critical Thinking Press & Software.
Drapeau, P. (1998). Great teaching with graphic organizers: Lessons and fun-shaped templates that motivate kids of all learning styles. New York: Scholastic Professional Books.
Forte, I. & Schurr, S. (1996). Graphic organizers and planning outlines: For authentic instruction and planning. Nashville, TN: Incentive Publications, Inc.
Green, P.A. (Ed.). (1995). Graphic organizer collection. Palatine, IL: Novel Units.
Harnadek, A. (1981). Mind benders®-B2: Deductive thinking skills. Pacific Grove, CA: Critical Thinking Press & Software.
Hyerle, D. (1996). Visual tools for constructing knowledge. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
Jacobson, J. & Raymer, D. (1999). The big book of reproducible graphic organizers: 50 great templates to help kids get more out of reading, writing, social studies & more. New York: Scholastic Professional Books.
Johnson, N. (1995). Active questioning: Questioning still makes the difference. Beavercreek, OH: Pieces of Learning.
Johnson, N.L. (1990). Questioning makes the difference. Beavercreek, OH: Pieces of Learning.
Johnson, N.L. (1992). Thinking is the key: Questioning makes the difference. Beavercreek, OH: Pieces of Learning.
Jonassen, D.H. (1996). Computers in the classroom: Mindtools for critical thinking. Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Prentice-Hall, Inc.
Maddux, C.D., Johnson, D.L. & Willis, J.W. (1996). Educational computing: Learning with tomorrow's technologies. (2nd ed.). Boston: Allyn & Bacon.
Marzano, R.J., Pickering, D.J. & Pollack, J.E. (2001). Classroom instruction that works: Research-based strategies for increasing student achievement. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
Novak, J.D. & Gowin, D.B. (1984). Learning how to learn. New York: Cambridge University Press.
Novak, J.D. (1998). Learning, creating and using knowledge: Concept map™ as facilitative tools in schools and corporations. Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc.
O'Brien-Palmer, M. (1997). Great graphic organizers to use with any book! New York: Scholastic Professional Books.
Olson, J.L. (1992). Envisioning writing: Toward an integration of drawing and writing. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann.
Parks, S. & Black, H. (1990). Organizing thinking: Graphic organizers. Book II. Pacific Grove, CA: Critical Thinking Press & Software.
Parks, S. & Black, H. (1990). Organizing thinking: Graphic organizers. Book II. Pacific Grove, CA: Critical Thinking Press & Software.
Rico, G.L. (1983). Writing the natural way: Using right-brain techniques to release your expressive powers. New York: G. Putman's Sons.
Roblyer, M.D. & Edwards, J. (2000). Integrating educational technology into teaching. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc.
Swartz, R.F. & Parks, S. (1994). Infusing the teaching of critical and creative thinking into elementary instruction: A lesson design handbook. Pacific Grove, CA: Critical Thinking Press & Software.
Tarquin, P. & Walker, S. (1997). Creating success in the classroom: Visual organizers and how to use them. Englewood, CO: Teacher Ideas Press.
Thornburg, D.D. (1998). Brainstorms and lightening bolts: Thinking skills for the 21st century. San Carlos, CA: Starsong Publications.
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IZUMI where cranes migrate
About 10,000 cranes winter at the Izumi plain and stay here still March.
These cranes were specified for the special natural monument for "cranes and the wintering ground in Kagoshima Prefecture " in 1916.
Via:
http://www.city.izumi.kagoshima.jp/izumi00/english.asp
Wildlife Refuge
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International Understanding
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Bloomington Briefing - December 2001 - page 8
... a valuable relationship with Izumi City ... For information on the Bloomington Sister
... The City of Bloomington Human Services ... celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2002 ...
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Omar Bonderud Human Rights Award
... for award nominations is September 20, 2002. ... member and translator
in the Bloomington Sister City ... which provides cultural exchange programs with Izumi ...
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[PDF] Sister City News
... Senshu Marathoners Chosen The Bloomington Sister City
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[PDF] Sister City News I
... Sister City staffed its display booth and gave away 2002 Izumi City/Bloomington
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Japanese Language Study Abroad Programs
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Ceran Lingua Japan
1923 IKEDA SHIMO-CHO
Izumi-City, Osaka 594-0032 Japan
Phone: 011+ 32 (0)87 791 122
Where:
OSAKA-Pref. IZUMI-City
When: weekly - year round
Overview:
Students will have the opportunity not only to learn Japanese, but also to discover the real Japan.
Curriculum Highlights: Students are exposed to the Japanese language they are for more than 66 hours a week.
They learn and use their knowledge with the CERAN instructors and staff in class and at break times, meals, and in the evening activities.
Program Value:
Lesson fee includes meals and accommodation
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Clifford Phibbs
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He is active in the Washington State University Foundation,
Bloomington City Sister Foundation
with Izumi City, Japan, Bloomington Advisory Health Board, Minnesota Medical Association Committee on Minority Affairs and Cultural Competence for Minority Affairs. He is also doing lots of grandchild sitting.
Classmates can catch up with Clifford at
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Retired since 1999 and traveling more, Stephen Bunch of Seattle, Wash. sees much more of his grandchildren.
He is keeping his license but is "growing less sure it will be used."
Keep in touch with Stephen at
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The Manjiro Society Profiles - Winter 1995
The Manjiro Society - Winter 1995 Newsletter
... than most Americans." --David Thompson,
International Crane ... habit everywhere,
not just in Japan ... In Izumi City, the city history
... Copyright 1998-2002, The Manjiro ...
Via:
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IZUMI where cranes migrate
About 10,000 cranes winter at the Izumi plain and stay here still March.
These cranes were specified for the special natural monument for "cranes and the wintering ground in Kagoshima Prefecture " in 1916.
Via:
http://www.city.izumi.kagoshima.jp/izumi00/english.asp
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Crane Park Exhibits & Films
There are films of four stories including
"The trial of a crane killer" and "Hot spring for cranes ",and warm-hearted Japanese and overseas presentations on cranes made with various filming techniques such as rotating three-dimensional screens.
The crane motif is used on pottery pieces and handicrafts, hanging scrolls,folding screens,kimonos,stamps,etc.
Via:
http://www.city.izumi.kagoshima.jp/izumi00/english2.asp
Osaka University
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UH-Manoa Program
It is a document written in a format that provides easy understanding for everyone who must use the procedure.
The format is similar to a Playscript, the actors (users) listed on the left and their "words" or actions shown on the right.
Use an extra column for related comments or cross-references.
Include workflow process overview information in the Playscript Procedure’s heading:
Process Description:
Concern / Issue
Key Question
Purpose or Results:
Content
Structure
Prerequisites:
Support Skills
Presumptions:
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Playscript, originally developed by Leslie H. Matthies, has been a standard in many organizations for user procedure manuals. In Practical Playscript: Writing Procedure Manuals That People Can Use, Robert Barnett has written a comprehensive and well-illustrated manual on the practical implications of using this time-honored method, showing in step-by-step detail how to develop a Playscript procedure.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1
The Role of Procedure Manuals
Why have a procedure manual?
Functions of a manual
Chapter 2
Content of Procedure Manuals
Types of material
Putting the facets together
An overview of Playscript
Advantages and uses of Playscript
Chapter 3
Rules of Structure
Changing the format
Procedures versus other material
Using a standard layout form
Procedure Layout
Sequence of steps
Chapter 4
Subroutines and Side Channels
Short side channel involving one person
Short side channel involving more than one person
Two short alternative channels with multiple steps
Major branch into two separate activities
The rare problem exceptions
Choices within a choice
Handling multiple decisions
Chapter 5
Task Outlines
The basic structure
What to include
Special cases
Chapter 6
Writing Style
Start with a clear structure
Avoid confusion
Writing procedures as part of a team
Chapter 7
The Writing Cycle
What makes up a procedure?
Writing the procedures
Rewriting existing procedures in a new format
Writing procedures for a new system
Documenting current unwritten procedures
Chapter 8
Implementing Playscript
Teaching users about Playscript
Teaching users about a new procedure or a change
Gaining acceptance
Encouraging revision
Manual Production
Making changes
One final matter
Appendix 1
Suggested Reading
Appendix 2
Decision Tables
Appendix 3
Subject Index
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