Sentences with phrase «based academic activities»

Given the lack of causal evidence from developing countries, we examine the impact of participating in shadow education (private tutoring or other fee - based academic activities outside of formal schooling) on high school student achievement.

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Independent academic studies have suggested there was in fact significant tweet - based activity generated around Brexit by Russian bots.

The academy accommodates 44 children and promotes balanced education by integrating play - based activities with academics.

Happify's activities and games are based on breakthrough research from leading academic institutions.

After sorting the students into «night owls,» «daytime finches» and «morning larks» — based on their activities on days they were not in class — researchers compared their class times to their academic outcomes.

Peter Gloor, Pierre Dorsaz, Hauke Fuehres and Manfred Vogel of the MIT Center for Collective Intelligence, in Cambridge, Massachusetts have compared the success of startup entrepreneurs and innovators with their activity on the social networking sites LinkedIn and Facebook as well as email networks including swissnex Boston, which acts as a US - based science and technology outpost to connect Swiss and US entrepreneurs and academics.

The successful candidate will strengthen the academic base within the Centre, teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and will contribute to School and Centre administration / outreach activity.

The successful candidate will strengthen the academic base within the Centre, they will teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and will contribute to School and Centre administration / outreach activity.

Susan Amara, USA - «Regulation of transporter function and trafficking by amphetamines, Structure - function relationships in excitatory amino acid transporters (EAATs), Modulation of dopamine transporters (DAT) by GPCRs, Genetics and functional analyses of human trace amine receptors» Tom I. Bonner, USA (Past Core Member)- Genomics, G protein coupled receptors Michel Bouvier, Canada - Molecular Pharmacology of G protein - Coupled Receptors; Molecular mechanisms controlling the selectivity and efficacy of GPCR signalling Thomas Burris, USA - Nuclear Receptor Pharmacology and Drug Discovery William A. Catterall, USA (Past Core Member)- The Molecular Basis of Electrical Excitability Steven Charlton, UK - Molecular Pharmacology and Drug Discovery Moses Chao, USA - Mechanisms of Neurotophin Receptor Signaling Mark Coles, UK - Cellular differentiation, human embryonic stem cells, stromal cells, haematopoietic stem cells, organogenesis, lymphoid microenvironments, develomental immunology Steven L. Colletti, USA Graham L Collingridge, UK Philippe Delerive, France - Metabolic Research (diabetes, obesity, non-alcoholic fatty liver, cardio - vascular diseases, nuclear hormone receptor, GPCRs, kinases) Sir Colin T. Dollery, UK (Founder and Past Core Member) Richard M. Eglen, UK Stephen M. Foord, UK David Gloriam, Denmark - GPCRs, databases, computational drug design, orphan recetpors Gillian Gray, UK Debbie Hay, New Zealand - G protein - coupled receptors, peptide receptors, CGRP, Amylin, Adrenomedullin, Migraine, Diabetes / obesity Allyn C. Howlett, USA Franz Hofmann, Germany - Voltage dependent calcium channels and the positive inotropic effect of beta adrenergic stimulation; cardiovascular function of cGMP protein kinase Yu Huang, Hong Kong - Endothelial and Metabolic Dysfunction, and Novel Biomarkers in Diabetes, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia and Estrogen Deficiency, Endothelium - derived Contracting Factors in the Regulation of Vascular Tone, Adipose Tissue Regulation of Vascular Function in Obesity, Diabetes and Hypertension, Pharmacological Characterization of New Anti-diabetic and Anti-hypertensive Drugs, Hypotensive and antioxidant Actions of Biologically Active Components of Traditional Chinese Herbs and Natural Plants including Polypehnols and Ginsenosides Adriaan P. IJzerman, The Netherlands - G protein - coupled receptors; allosteric modulation; binding kinetics Michael F Jarvis, USA - Purines and Purinergic Receptors and Voltage-gated ion channel (sodium and calcium) pharmacology Pain mechanisms Research Reproducibility Bong - Kiun Kaang, Korea - G protein - coupled receptors; Glutamate receptors; Neuropsychiatric disorders Eamonn Kelly, Prof, UK - Molecular Pharmacology of G protein - coupled receptors, in particular opioid receptors, regulation of GPCRs by kinasis and arrestins Terry Kenakin, USA - Drug receptor pharmacodynamics, receptor theory Janos Kiss, Hungary - Neurodegenerative disorders, Alzheimer's disease Stefan Knapp, Germany - Rational design of highly selective inhibitors (so call chemical probes) targeting protein kinases as well as protein interaction inhibitors of the bromodomain family Andrew Knight, UK Chris Langmead, Australia - Drug discovery, GPCRs, neuroscience and analytical pharmacology Vincent Laudet, France (Past Core Member)- Evolution of the Nuclear Receptor / Ligand couple Margaret R. MacLean, UK - Serotonin, endothelin, estrogen, microRNAs and pulmonary hyperten Neil Marrion, UK - Calcium - activated potassium channels, neuronal excitability Fiona Marshall, UK - GPCR molecular pharmacology, structure and drug discovery Alistair Mathie, UK - Ion channel structure, function and regulation, pain and the nervous system Ian McGrath, UK - Adrenoceptors; autonomic transmission; vascular pharmacology Graeme Milligan, UK - Structure, function and regulation of G protein - coupled receptors Richard Neubig, USA (Past Core Member)- G protein signaling; academic drug discovery Stefan Offermanns, Germany - G protein - coupled receptors, vascular / metabolic signaling Richard Olsen, USA - Structure and function of GABA - A receptors; mode of action of GABAergic drugs including general anesthetics and ethanol Jean - Philippe Pin, France (Past Core Member)- GPCR - mGLuR - GABAB - structure function relationship - pharmacology - biophysics Helgi Schiöth, Sweden David Searls, USA - Bioinformatics Graeme Semple, USA - GPCR Medicinal Chemistry Patrick M. Sexton, Australia - G protein - coupled receptors Roland Staal, USA - Microglia and neuroinflammation in neuropathic pain and neurological disorders Bart Staels, France - Nuclear receptor signaling in metabolic and cardiovascular diseases Katerina Tiligada, Greece - Immunopharmacology, histamine, histamine receptors, hypersensitivity, drug allergy, inflammation Georg Terstappen, Germany - Drug discovery for neurodegenerative diseases with a focus on AD Mary Vore, USA - Activity and regulation of expression and function of the ATP - binding cassette (ABC) transporters

My approach is academic and undertakes creating activity - based learning environments (CABLEs).

The final activity was a Structured Academic Controversy (SAC)(based on the work of Johnson and Johnson) where students assumed roles as different interest groups and then debated the merits of this issue, using the skills and rhetorical strategies we had learned about along the way.

The Massachusetts Expanded Learning Time (ELT) Initiative is based on the notion that providing teachers with more time to teach and plan, and giving students additional exposure to academic enrichment and extracurricular activities, will increase student achievement and teacher effectiveness.

Active Academics» standards - based activity ideas align to both the Common Core State Standards and a variety of national standards for PreK through fifth - grade classrooms.

The booklet lists at least 500 «special days and weeks» that teachers and administrators might find useful as a basis for academic or com - memorative activities.

Rather than purely basing performance on grades and academic performance, the use of a work board related activity can help to create an atmosphere of healthy competition where students can benefit from recognition and reward then and there.

Each academic class meets once a week for an activity - based exploration of big ideas and then offers out - of - class content that includes videos, readings, problem sets, podcasts, and other activities to enable students to continue exploring concepts at their own pace.

Previous studies measure research excellence based on number of publications, grants awarded, number of citations, peer / department chair rating, time spent on research activities, faculty membership in academic research societies, and awards for research.

Bottom Line: Through lessons and activities based on popular films and grounded in academics, The Academy offers a great way to grab students» attention.

Dr Emily Tanner, lead author of the report, said: «For children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, who have lower take - up of formal out - of - school activities, school - based clubs appear to offer an affordable and inclusive means of supporting academic attainment.

In April this year, researchers from eight different countries and a variety of academic backgrounds met in Denmark to reach an evidence - based consensus on the benefits of physical activity for children and young people between the ages of six and 18.

In April this year, researchers from eight different countries and a variety of academic backgrounds gathered in Denmark to reach an evidence - based consensus on the benefits of physical activity for children and young people between the ages of six and 18.

(Sec. 4101) The bill establishes the Student Support and Academic Grant Program, through which states and LEAs may receive formula - based grants to support activities related to: (1) well - rounded educational opportunities, (2) student health and safety, and (3) the effective use of technology.

Active Academics - Standards - Based Activity Ideas!

The Washington, DC - based Higher Achievement program works with motivated, disadvantaged youth throughout the middle school years, providing intensive academic instruction and other enrichment activities after school and over the summer.

When mentoring is integrated into research - based reforms and interventions it can strengthen efforts to reduce poverty, truancy, drug abuse and violence, while promoting healthy decision - making, positive behaviors and activities and academic achievement.

The types of inclusive practices initiatives may be academic, extracurricular, and / or social in nature such as clubs, sports, and community - based activities.

This section addresses research, policy, and programs in the non-school hours that incorporate academic support and school - based extracurricular activities such as sports, the arts, community service, college and career counseling, and social, emotional, and behavioral development to support student learning.

South Central Services Cooperative (SCSC)-- South Central Service Cooperative provides a variety of opportunities for students to participate in coursework, work - based learning experiences, and academic conferences, activities and challenges.

The program «surrounds the student» by featuring academic tutoring, project based learning, enrichment activities, field trips and social / emotional support services.

In addition, no person shall be discriminated against in admission to Brooke Charter School or in obtaining the advantages, privileges and access to the courses of study and extracurricular activities offered by the School on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, socioeconomic status, housing status or homelessness, special need, proficiency in the English language or a foreign language, or prior academic achievement, as required by federal and state law, including M.G.L. c. 71, § 89 (l); 603 CMR 1.06 (1); M.G.L. c. 76, § 5 and 603 CMR 26.00: Access to Equal Educational Opportunity.

Tyson has a passion for meaningful, authentic student engagement and envisions technology as a centerpiece for irresistible academic achievement through creative, global, project - based learning activities.

Founder, Carrie Scheiner, developed the Fun Wise ® Exercise methodology based on cutting edge brain research to create programs that provide the optimal learning experiences for increased academic performance and physical activity.

Related resources: The Healthy School Communities Model: Aligning Health & Education in the School Setting (PDF), Healthier Students Are Better Learners: A Missing Link in School Reforms to Close the Achievement Gap, The Association Between School - Based Physical Activity, Including Physical Education, and Academic Performance, and the ASCD School Improvement Tool

Emphasizing formal reading instruction in kindergarten has crowded out the play - based, child - directed activities essential to building a strong foundation for successful academic learning.

Schools marked IND are independent, those marked SEL select their pupils on the basis of academic activity.

Based on first grade educational standards, individual and whole class activities that feature artistic graphics will strengthen academic skills.

The GoNoodle Plus core - aligned activities tie in key academic material that is differentiated based on grade level to make spelling, vocabulary, and math concepts more memorable to students.

K12 will provide comprehensive wraparound services targeted to individual student needs and for the benefit of the school community: development of strong community within the virtual academy; access to the best and most current virtual instruction curriculum, assessment and instruction based on solid research; customizing each student's education to their own individual learning plan; academic success at the school and individual student levels resulting from teachers» instruction and constant monitoring of student growth and achievement with interventions as needed; national and local parent trainings and networking; frequent (i.e., every two to three week) teacher / parent communication through emails and scheduled meetings; establishment of unique settings for students and parents to interact; connecting students on a regular basis with students across the United States in similar virtual academies and across the world through networking and K12 national competitions (e.g., art contest and spelling bees) and International Clubs; access to the entire K12 suite of services and instructional curriculum (currently including K12, Aventa, A +, and powerspeak12) to include world languages, credit recovery courses, remedial courses, and AP courses; participation in a national advanced learners programs; a comprehensive Title I program that will provide additional services for students; school led trips, for example, visits to colleges, grade level specific trips such as student summer trips overseas, etc.; School prom; school graduation ceremonies; national college guidance through a network of K12 counselors; school community service opportunities; student developed student body council; school extracurricular activities: possibilities would include the development of a golf club, chess club, bowling club.

Provides your students with research - based reading strategies and integrated academic activities to build comprehension and reinforce key academic concepts, all within the context of business topics.

The school's academic program integrates science, mathematics and technology in a standards - based model, and allows students to demonstrate their achievement through hands - on activities and service projects.

We facilitate student success through a standards - based curriculum, rigorous academics, and diverse after - school activities that are designed around students in a safe and nurturing environment.

Each of these studies assessed the effect of classroom - based physical activity on both academic and behavioral outcomes to regulate and manage student states.

Critical thinking as an academic discipline is based on the rules of formal logic, theory and practice of argumentation, rhetoric and scientific epistemology (a section of philosophy that deals with instruments and limitations of cognitive activity).

The survey is based on decades of student engagement research and generates important data on how students engage with their academic studies and faculty, co-curricular activities, and best educational practices, including high - impact practices.

Tom Harris was one of three Canadians «part of a network of academics receiving monthly payments from the Chicago - based Heartland Institute as part of its advocacy work to cast doubt on scientific evidence linking human activity to global warming observed in recent decades,» according to a report from Postmedia News» Mike De Souza.

Lawyer / Barrister & Solicitor Derek Brett possesses the following, extensive professional and academic credentials, inclusive of his professional admissions and memberships; awards / acknowledgments of merit; publications; press appearances / coverage; and involvement in community - based activities:

The scholarship award is based on scholastic ability, academic excellence, extracurricular activities, quality of personal essay and financial need.

Career centers also offer a variety of additional activities and are involved in innovation of online delivery that includes wider use of communication tools and development of web - based resources that integrate academic and career services.

With a little or no work experience at all, the candidates need to prove their mettle on the basis of their academics, achievements in their UG degree and extra-curricular activities.

With little or no work experience, the candidates need to prove their mettle on the basis of their academics, achievements in their UG degree and extra-curricular activities.