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Literacy in the Culinary Classroom
No full textMany Career and technical education (CTE) teachers concern themselves with the practical application of skills in their course content. Common Core State Standards (CCSS) have increased the emphasis on disciplinary literacy in courses making every teacher a literacy teacher requiring every teacher to teach students to be literate in their content area and discipline area. Not all CTE teachers are comfortable with incorporating literacy skills because they do not have the confidence, the education, or the professional development training to include literacy in their curriculum. CTE teachers also do not feel CCSS aligns with the practical, hands-on application of their content (Hasselquist & Kitchel, 2019; McKim et al., 2016). When core academic knowledge standards are integrated into CTE courses, students receive opportunities to develop and achieve academic literacy skills at a higher level in CTE programs (McKim et al., 2016; Park et al., 2017). This narrative inquiry explores the language-in-use of culinary arts teachers in a professional learning community and the integration of an industry-based article as one way to introduce connections, situated meanings, and intertextuality of literacy into the course curriculum. As a CTE business teacher stated, “students have to be literate”.
The topic I am interested in is what literacy looks like in career and technical education and defining what literacy looks like in technical/hands-on/practical or vocational application skills, information acquisition skills, employability skills, and the integration of core academic content and skills (math, language arts/English, science, social studies) into CTE courses, specifically in the discipline of culinary arts. Literacy is more than language arts or English, it is gaining knowledge about many different topics and being able to incorporate that knowledge with applicability and transferability to our everyday life – family, community, and career. Literacy allows us to understand and make connections to the world around us (Hasselquist & Kitchel, 2019; McKim et al., 2016)
EXPERIENCES OF TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT FOR FIRST-GENERATION AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE STUDENTS ENTERING HIGHER EDUCATION
No full textThis qualitative phenomenological study will examine the experiences of first-generation African American male students’ transitional support into higher education at a 4-year university. Existing research in this area suggest transitional support and college preparation are vital components of academic success. However, research is limited on the impact of transitional support or experiences of first-generation African American male students entering higher education. The current goal of this research study is to gather data to help identify the existing gaps in literature by better understanding the views and experiences of first-generation African American male students using transitional support
Every Law Enforcement Agency Needs a Group Crisis Intervention Team
No full textLaw enforcement encounters a variety of daily stressors with little regard for the effect it has on themselves. The stress and trauma cause an endless, and often unrecognized, war with the chaotic day-to-day roles and duties of men and women in uniform. The lack of recognition of these battles often precedes significant physical and mental health deterioration, resulting in detrimental effects on not only law enforcement but their families as well. The wounds from such conflicts often have lasting effects that are unseen and guarded with stigmas and a lack of knowledge of available resources. With the implementation of critical incident stress management (CISM), law enforcement has the means and resources to process their stress and trauma with peers and professionals who can commiserate and offer solutions that relate to their specific needs. CISM utilizes peers with training, increasing the likelihood of law enforcement willing to utilize a more familiar and trusted resource rather than a third party. Making CISM the minimum standard for stress and trauma management would not only improve the mental and physical health of law enforcement but also improve the quality of life of the people who spend their lives putting others first.LEMI
TRANSCRIPTION OF JOHN BUFFETT’S DIARY 1868 - 1872: VISIT TO PITCAIRN
No full textIn the aftermath of the mutiny on the HMAV Bounty on April 28, 1789, there is still interest in the descendants of the mutineers and their Polynesian consorts living on Pitcairn Island. Transcription of John Buffett’s Diary 1868-1872: Visit to Pitcairn offers an AI (artificial intelligence) generated transcription of longhand diary entries attributed to John Buffett, Sr., on his visit to Pitcairn Island from 1868-1872. Twelve years earlier (1856), Pitcairn’s entire population comprising 193 individuals relocated west across the South Pacific to Norfolk Island; thereafter, two groups (16 and 27 individuals) of returnees, 1859 and 1864, respectively, repopulated Pitcairn Island. Hence, John Buffett journeyed from Norfolk Island to Pitcairn Island for four and one-half years (1868-1872) to visit family and friends.Environmental & GeosciencesPitcairn Islands Research Statio
Balancing Safety and Perception: Evaluating the Suitability of Outer Carrier Vests for Law Enforcement Officers
No full textThe difficult task of striking a balance between the safety of law enforcement officers and the preservation of the public's trust is one that frequently affects law enforcement's operational policies and procedures. To promote trust and reduce fear in the communities they serve, this balance must be found. This white paper addresses the dispute concerning the use of outer carrier vests among law enforcement officers. These vests present a compelling opportunity to preserve the lives and well-being of law enforcement officers by enhancing officer safety. However, the public's perception of intimidation invokes an image of police militarization of law enforcement. To address this challenge effectively, law enforcement agencies should consider the adoption of outer carrier vests that maintain a professional appearance with minimal connections and appointments. These vests represent an innovative approach to officer outfitting but must be carefully balanced to avoid undermining law enforcement legitimacy. Law enforcement agencies must prioritize community relations and balance this with officer safety by carefully considering the design, functionality, and public perception of these vests. Balancing these factors will contribute to a more effective, safer, and community-oriented law enforcement presence.LEMI
Looking Beyond ADDIE: Lessons Learned in Managing Learning Design Projects
No full textThis presentation will offer practical instructional design project management strategies for fostering productive collaborations with clients, stakeholders, and subject-matter-experts (SMEs) to achieve learning goals for adult learners and working professionals.
Drawing from recent professional experiences in designing for sponsored projects and grants, the session will provide actionable insights and best practices tailored for academics engaged in similar initiatives.
Attendees will learn effective tools and techniques for initiating and engaging in productive collaborations. Join us to gain valuable insights and practical examples that will enhance your instructional design practices and drive successful outcomes
Librarians Leading the Way to AI Literacy in Higher Education
No full textAcademic librarians are uniquely positioned to champion AI literacy across university campuses. This presentation will show how librarians can lead the charge in fostering AI literacy among faculty, students, and staff, leveraging their expertise in information literacy, technology integration, and resource curation.
Role of Librarians in AI Education:
• Librarians can offer AI literacy and design interactive workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance understanding and usage of AI technologies.
• By acting as "Train the Trainer" leaders, librarians can empower faculty to incorporate AI into their teaching practices, amplifying AI literacy efforts across disciplines.
Curating AI resources:
• Academic librarians can curate AI-related books, websites, applications, and multimedia, ensuring these resources align with curricular goals and academic research needs.
• Librarians can also vet AI tools for academic use, providing recommendations that enhance teaching, learning, and research.
Integration of AI into Curriculum:
• Librarians can help faculty integrate AI-related activities and projects into existing coursework.
• They can facilitate hands-on experiences, allowing students to experiment with AI tools in real-world contexts.
Ethical AI Use and Policy Development
• Librarians can lead discussions on the ethical implications of AI, promoting responsible use and development of AI technologies within the academic community.
• They can also contribute to policymaking, helping institutions establish guidelines for ethical AI use, privacy, and data sharing.
Librarians are vital to advancing AI literacy within academic institutions. By leveraging their unique skill set, they can lead efforts to educate and empower the university community in understanding and responsibly utilizing AI technologies. This presentation will provide actionable strategies and insights for librarians as well as faculty to become central figures in the AI literacy movement
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No full textThe project description from a completed and successful application for faculty development leave.Applicant from the Dept. of Mass Communication (CAM
FIRST TO SECOND SEMESTER PERSISTENCE AMONG UNDERREPRESENTED STUDENTS IN A SOUTHEAST TEXAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Get PDFEarning a bachelor’s degree or work certificate can close social equity gaps and increase
social mobility and economic stability in American society. Barriers exist to upward
mobility for underrepresented groups (first-generation, low socioeconomic, African
American, and Hispanic). Underrepresented students are falling below their peers in
graduation and completion rates, particularly from term to term. This qualitative case
study explored reasons why seven first-year underrepresented students at a selected
community college in Southeast Texas matriculated to the second semester. Data were
collected through individual, semistructured interviews with the participants to address
the primary research question: What are the experiences of underrepresented first-year
community college students at a selected institution that influence their persistence from
their first semester to the second semester? Analysis of the data provided insight into the
various factors that led to the persistence of underrepresented students from semester to
semester. Three major themes emerged: (a) collegial relationships, (b) campus resources,
and (c) motivation. Findings from this study revealed that underrepresented students
enrolled in the subsequent semester due to the community college experiences they
encountered during their first term. Opportunities for future research should include
conducting research among underrepresented students at other community colleges
across the United States, including a larger audience of this population to gather a more
in-depth understanding of their needs
Breast Ultrasound
No full textThis video explores the relationship between normal breast anatomy, ultrasound imaging, and mammograms. By understanding these three aspects, medical students can improve their understanding of the normal breast, and medical professionals can improve their ability to diagnose and assess breast health. This work has been crafted with the support of Jacob Rivas for video editing.
©2024 CC-BY-NC-NDLoomis-Alvarez Video Series correlating structure, function, and clinical applications to facilitate medical student understanding of complex anatomical and physiological concepts. In this episode, we present a breast ultrasound with live imaging correlated with mammography. Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women and the 5th leading cause of cancer death worldwide. Therefore, screening and early detection are critical. While mammography is the primary screening modality, ultrasound can be complementary and, in some cases, preferable for younger women and those with dense breast tissue. It is particularly useful in distinguishing cysts from solid masses. Ultrasound is also useful as a guide to biopsying and excising breast tumors. Ultrasound is portable, avoids ionizing radiation with its cancer risk, and is easily performed in an office setting. By following the position of the probe on the breast, juxtaposed with the ultrasound image, students and residents can improve their understanding of the structures of the breast, chest wall, and axilla, and they relate to the physical examination and diagnostic imaging.SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicin