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Tat Heung Choi; Ka Wa Ng – English Teaching: Practice and Critique, 2015
Purpose: This paper, which originates in an English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) classroom activity in Hong Kong, aims to explore English learners' expressive and creative potential in writing by studying their work in the literary narrative genre. Design/methodology/approach: A group of upper secondary students (15-16 years of age) with limited…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Language Arts, Teaching Methods, Outcomes of Education
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Vuk, Sonja; Tacol, Tonka; Vogrinc, Janez – Center for Educational Policy Studies Journal, 2015
The immersive method is a new concept of visual education that is better suited to the needs of students in contemporary post-industrial society. The features of the immersive method are: (1) it emerges from interaction with visual culture; (2) it encourages understanding of contemporary art (as an integral part of visual culture); and (3) it…
Descriptors: Creativity, Teaching Methods, Immersion Programs, Problem Solving
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Islamova, Z. B. – Russian Education and Society, 2010
Self-assertion involves an individual's search for and realization of his own special path in the world, his values and purpose in life in every given moment. It is a process that accompanies a person throughout his life. Self-assertion becomes exceptionally important in adolescence as it marks a turning point in one's attitude toward oneself; one…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Self Expression, Assertiveness, Self Concept
Bauler, Clara Vaz – ProQuest LLC, 2012
This research study examines the role of digital media, more specifically online forums, in the development of academic literacy and language learning in English as a Second Language (ESL) college writing. Studies in Second Language Acquisition suggest that participation in online forum discussions can potentially foster collaboration,…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Computer Mediated Communication, English (Second Language), Technology Uses in Education
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Rossman, Mark H.; Rossman, Maxine E. – Lifelong Learning: The Adult Years, 1980
Defines assertive, nonassertive, and aggressive behavior. Discusses assertiveness training as a technique for self-growth, staff development, and teacher effectiveness. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Assertiveness, Behavior Modification, Problem Solving
Tegano, Deborah W.; And Others – 1991
Ways by which teachers can enhance creativity skills of children in the classroom are addressed in this monograph. An overview of creativity first sets the stage for discussions on the child, curriculum, teacher, and environment. The goal is to show the many faces of the development of creativity in children and to recognize ways to enhance the…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Creative Development, Creativity, Definitions
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Kachaturoff, Grace – 1978
This inservice manual provides guidelines to help elementary, secondary, and adult education teachers select, use, and design simulation experiences for consumer education. Four example simulations provide students with opportunities to develop decision-making skills as consumers. Simulations may be used as an introductory, developmental, or…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Bibliographies, Business Education, Class Activities