Concurrent Sessions
Friday, March 28, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
It's in the Cards! Promoting Mathematical Thinking Through Games
Participants will play cards with partners or in small groups, and then analyze methods to promote mathematical thinking and assess children's learning through card games.
Lin Moore, Texas Woman's University, Denton, TX
Using Action Research as a Reflective Strategy for Enhancing Present and Future Teaching and Learning
Participants will define action research, identify how it can be used to enhance teaching and learning, and reflect on potential benefit for educational environments.
Kathleen Fite, Texas State University, San Marcos, TX
Barbara Davis, Texas State University, San Marcos, TX
Kimberly Higdon, St. Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
The Impact of Early Intervention Programs on Later School Performance for Children Who Have Disabilities
This presentation considers the impact of early intervention services on later school performance in academics/cognition, social/emotional skills, and successful inclusion.
Ann Campbell, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
The Impact of Bullying in Children's Literature
Definitions of bullying are discussed, examples of bullying are explored, and enhancements of the curriculum through the integration of bullying in children's literature is included.
Ginny Esch, University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, TN
Rough and Tumble Play: A Developmental Perspective
Rough and tumble play (R&T) is a widely researched in relationship to social affiliation and the cognitive benefits associated. Participants will understand more fully the cognitive benefits of R&T, how R&T impacts social-emotional development, and how physical growth and development is further developed by participating in R&T.
Tom Reed, University of South Carolina Upstate, Spartanburg, SC
Differentiating Mathematics Instruction for Students with Diverse Learning Needs in Inclusive Settings
Participants will learn how to conduct an error analysis, design and plan effective mathematics instruction, and teach mathematical concepts through strategy instruction.
Joseph Sencibaugh, Harris-Stowe State University, St. Louis, MO
Angela Sencibaugh, Valley Park School District, St. Louis, MO
Going Beyond Standards: The International Focus on Pre-Service Teachers' Dispositions
Explore an international perspective of pre-service teachers' development of dispositions. Examine an international focus and issues regarding dispositions; learn assessment strategies of dispositions; and form an international network regarding issues of dispositions.
Cheryl J. Rike, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
Deborah A. Moberly, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
Mary Ransdell, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
Carrie Whaley, Union University, Jackson, TN
Dialect or Speech Disorder: Is There a Difference?
This session is designed to inform participants of the differences between the 12 most common languages in the United States and the English language.
Danielle R. Waldrep, University of Montevallo, Montevallo, AL
Early Care and Education Initiatives of Faith-Based Sponsors and Providers
Presentation of information gathered from fifty children's programs sponsored by faith communities and to share cooperative sponsor-provider initiatives and the impact on creative teaching and learning.
Roberta R. Owens, Legacy of Caring, Inc., Valdosta, GA
Mary Ellen Dallman, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA
The Internet as an Information Source: Potentials and Perils
This presentation will acquaint Internet users with the resources available through on-line sources, show how to evaluate those sources, and teach others how to use and evaluate these resources.
Larry L. Burriss, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
Integrating Creative Instructional Strategies and Materials With Standards in Order to Reach Every Child's Potential
Demonstrates the use of creative instructional strategies and materials that will enhance student's retention of standards specified skills, encourage creative thinking, and retain the joy of teaching and learning.
Nancy S. Self, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Barbara Erwin, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Nurturing the Sense of Wonder: Integrating Nature Education into the Early Childhood Curriculum
Learn how to develop an integrated nature education curriculum. Explore available resources, gain new insights and discover innovative tools for developing comprehensive nature education programs.
Sara Starbuck, Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO
Tammy Davis, Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO