Instruction
please complete the following task in the context of a third-grade classroom.
A. Identify at least five different educational resources that are appropriate for a diverse student population. Choose one resource from five of the following eight categories: 1. Multi-media files (e.g., software programs, multi-media kits) 2. Audio (e.g., CD, podcast, cassette) 3. Video (e.g., DVD, video clips) 4. Textbook 5. Graphical representations (e.g., charts, graphs, diagrams) 6. Maps 7. Visuals (e.g., photos, illustrations, cartoons, artifacts, models) 8.Real-time communication ( e.g., live TV broadcast, guest presenter) You are to find five real educational resources that might be used in a third-grade classroom and provide source or reference information.
B. Create a matrix (refer to the note and attached framework matrix below) which provides an evaluation of the effectiveness of the resources you selected for each of the following categories: 1. Early childhood* 2. Learning disabled 3. Hearing impaired 4. Gifted and talented 5. Visually impaired 6. Behaviorally challenged 7. English Language Learner Note: The matrix should identify the appropriateness of learning materials by category. List the material categories and names of specific resources down the left side of the matrix and the categories across the top. In the column under each category, mark an X for those that are recommended for classroom use and an O for those that are not recommended. (See the attached framework matrix below.)
C. Write a rationale (suggested length of 2–3 paragraphs per resource) justifying why each resource is or is not appropriate to support a diverse student population.
D. Include all in-text citations and references in APA format. Note: Please save word-processing documents as *.rtf (Rich Text Format) or *.pdf (Portable Document Format) files.
Note: For definitions of terms commonly used in the rubric, see the attached Rubric Terms. Note: When using outside sources to support ideas and elements in a paper or project, the submission MUST include APA formatted in-text citations with a corresponding reference list for any direct quotes or paraphrasing. It is not necessary to list sources that were consulted if they have not been quoted or paraphrased in the text of the paper or project. Note: No more than a combined total of 30% of a submission can be directly quoted or closely paraphrased from outside sources, even if cited correctly.