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A Semester in ChengduComing into PLU my freshman year, I knew that I wanted to study away in China at some point during my time here. As a Chinese Studies major, I knew that learning about China, in China would be essential for my overall understanding of Chinese language, culture, and politics. Although I always saw myself studying in China as an undergrad, living and learning in Chengdu, China for four months provided me with a unique opportunity to challenge my views on the world and engage
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Working with a Student Who has a Learning Disability (pdf) view download
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program encourages candidates to explore their vocation as teachers and to work for meaningful social change by recognizing the perspectives of the students and families in the communities they serve; by providing opportunities for powerful and authentic learning grounded in the lived experiences of their students; by facilitating candidate inquiry into the formulation of critical educational questions; by honoring the vast array of cultural and linguistic resources in schools, classrooms and
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any questions along the way, email our office, we are here to help!MoreNeeds Based HousingTo apply for housing accommodations, such as single rooms or emotional support animals, please visit the link below.MoreGeneral QuestionsApplication ProcessDocumentationRequesting AccommodationsGeneral QuestionsCommon QuestionsQ: Who can receive accommodations? A: Students who have documentation of a learning, physical, or psychological disability from a professional diagnostician (physician, psychologist
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PLU’s students of color feel a greater sense of belonging. Because one of our main goals is for Pacific Lutheran University to become known for inclusive excellence—a welcoming community that engages all of its diversity in the service of student and organizational learning—I would like to delve into each a little more deeply. What is belonging, and why is it important? Belonging refers to students’ sense of being accepted, valued and supported in an educational setting. It is about being valued as
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will learn the steps in designing and conducting a program evaluation, as well as considerations when contracting for program evaluations, as many educational grants and programs require outside evaluation. (2) EDUC 731 : Educational Leadership: Instructional Leadership In this course, students will learn both the field's best knowledge of what high-quality learning is and how to generate it at a systems level. Students will read, discuss, collect and analyze data around learning at all levels of a
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after schools closed. And thousands of miles away in San Antonio, Texas, kindergarten teacher Caitlyn Zwang ’09 was halfway through spring break when she realized that “something was going to happen,” she says. It did. For these three PLU graduates and public school teachers, the COVID-19 pandemic changed classrooms, instruction, and learning. But it also brought new opportunities for teachers and students alike.Spring 2020: The Virus Arrives Most U.S. teachers had to get acquainted with Zoom
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Pacific Lutheran University uses a 4-1-4 calendar, which consists of two 15-week semesters bridged by a four-week January Term. The January Term’s intensive, four-week format is designed to offer students a unique pedagogical opportunity. It supports study away, in-depth focus on a single theme or topic, and the use of student-centered and active-learning pedagogies. The January Term’s intensive format also supports other pedagogical activities that contribute to building an intentional culture
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For StudentsThe first year experience is a sequence of courses designed to help you develop the skills necessary to be a successful college student and a thoughtful, engaged and caring member of society. First-Year classes assist with the transition to college academics and create small learning communities that support you academically and personally. First-Year Experience is structured to provide you with an engaging learning environment. Small classes: One of the most powerful ways to learn
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Faculty Spotlight SeriesThis page is an archive of our Faculty Spotlight series, which has been adapted to our iTech Spotlight series. Faculty Spotlight highlighted innovative ways that PLU instructors use technology in the classroom. April 2016 Katrina Hay, Department of Physics Lightboard for Instructional Videos March 2016 Tina Saxowsky, Department of Chemistry Personalized Learning with Student Video Projects February 2016 David Deacon-Joyner, Department of Music Creating Listening Guides
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