AOA Today - April 2010
What's the point? Sometimes after I've opened a science project to grade it, I find that the student didn't seem to have a clue regarding what the experiment was about.
One of the most important parts of doing an experiment is to identify its purpose. The hypothesis should include the purpose of the experiment in an "If-Then" statement. Basically, the hypothesis is telling us that if we do this, then here's what will happen.
From there follow the directions given in the project. Sometimes tasks are simpler than they first seem....
One of the most important parts of doing an experiment is to identify its purpose. The hypothesis should include the purpose of the experiment in an "If-Then" statement. Basically, the hypothesis is telling us that if we do this, then here's what will happen.
From there follow the directions given in the project. Sometimes tasks are simpler than they first seem....
Describing herself as energized, loving, and adventurous, Kara Fifield officially works as an assistant to Alpha Omega Academy's dean. Her daily job responsibilities are diversified and range from faculty advising and teaching history, to taking care of academic integrity issues with AOA's distance learning students. She especially enjoys grading a student's well-done paper and the conversations she has when advising AOA parents on how to help their child succeed. Using her degree in psychology to provide parents with helpful tips, Kara said, "My job is all about people and making the most of every conversation."...
"I hate history!" How many times have parents and teachers heard that? Sometimes the reason for this attitude may be the way history is taught in secular schools - an emphasis on learning about personalities, dates, civilizations, and wars that seem to have little connection with anything happening today.
History can be taught differently in a Christian school like Alpha Omega Academy® because Christians have a very different view of history. Christians understand from the Bible that human history had a definite starting point when God created the first couple and told them, "Be fruitful and multiply" (Gen. 1:28). The rise of the Hebrew race, their deliverance from slavery, their segregation from the surrounding nations, and their periods of chastisement and restoration were purposefully orchestrated by God over a period of several thousand years. Scripture makes it abundantly clear that, as Daniel told the mightiest monarch of his day, "the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will" (Daniel 4:25). This view of history is perpetuated in the New Testament, as demonstrated when Peter proclaimed that the crucifixion of Christ was part of God's plan (Acts 2:23), and Paul told the intellectuals of Athens that the "God that made the world and all things therein" was in control of the times and boundaries for all nations (Acts 17:26) It is not just being cute to say that "history is His story."...
History can be taught differently in a Christian school like Alpha Omega Academy® because Christians have a very different view of history. Christians understand from the Bible that human history had a definite starting point when God created the first couple and told them, "Be fruitful and multiply" (Gen. 1:28). The rise of the Hebrew race, their deliverance from slavery, their segregation from the surrounding nations, and their periods of chastisement and restoration were purposefully orchestrated by God over a period of several thousand years. Scripture makes it abundantly clear that, as Daniel told the mightiest monarch of his day, "the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will" (Daniel 4:25). This view of history is perpetuated in the New Testament, as demonstrated when Peter proclaimed that the crucifixion of Christ was part of God's plan (Acts 2:23), and Paul told the intellectuals of Athens that the "God that made the world and all things therein" was in control of the times and boundaries for all nations (Acts 17:26) It is not just being cute to say that "history is His story."...
"Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth" (Luke 15:10).
One of our family's favorite springtime activities was visiting the local feed and seed store to see the new baby chickens and ducks. Every year the store converted several small aluminum water tanks into warm, cozy homes for these little creatures. My children never tired of watching their antics and especially enjoyed their baby peeping noises. As my young daughter leaned over the tank to pet their soft, downy feathers, she looked at me with questioning eyes and said, "Mom, can I have one?"
Normally, I would have said no, but this year I sensed the Lord leading in a different direction. Smiling, I said, "Yes, honey, you and your brother can pick one of the baby chicks to take home." My daughter was delighted, and she and her brother set about choosing the perfect new little friend. Before we left the store that day, Hen and Peck were aptly named and adopted into our family....
One of our family's favorite springtime activities was visiting the local feed and seed store to see the new baby chickens and ducks. Every year the store converted several small aluminum water tanks into warm, cozy homes for these little creatures. My children never tired of watching their antics and especially enjoyed their baby peeping noises. As my young daughter leaned over the tank to pet their soft, downy feathers, she looked at me with questioning eyes and said, "Mom, can I have one?"
Normally, I would have said no, but this year I sensed the Lord leading in a different direction. Smiling, I said, "Yes, honey, you and your brother can pick one of the baby chicks to take home." My daughter was delighted, and she and her brother set about choosing the perfect new little friend. Before we left the store that day, Hen and Peck were aptly named and adopted into our family....
Stefan Becker is a junior at Alpha Omega Academy® and has been selected as the April Student of the Month. He lives with his family in France, where he is involved in his family's ministry. Since Stefan has lived in France his entire life, he is bilingual in English and French and enjoys French history and culture.
His family learned about AOA through friends who encouraged them into using AOA's online curriculum for their family's education. His older sister used AOA first, and now Stefan has found that it is a good match for him as well. Since there is flexibility in AOA's accredited distance learning program, it allows him to pursue extracurricular activities and be involved in the ministry.
Stefan's experience with AOA has been positive, and he has come away being personally challenged by the program. He is a great student who stays on top of his work and pushes himself to do his best. His teacher, Mrs. Brouwer, nominated Stefan and commented, "Stefan lives in France, yet his English and writing skills are nearly impeccable. It is quite obvious that he puts effort into his work, especially projects."...
His family learned about AOA through friends who encouraged them into using AOA's online curriculum for their family's education. His older sister used AOA first, and now Stefan has found that it is a good match for him as well. Since there is flexibility in AOA's accredited distance learning program, it allows him to pursue extracurricular activities and be involved in the ministry.
Stefan's experience with AOA has been positive, and he has come away being personally challenged by the program. He is a great student who stays on top of his work and pushes himself to do his best. His teacher, Mrs. Brouwer, nominated Stefan and commented, "Stefan lives in France, yet his English and writing skills are nearly impeccable. It is quite obvious that he puts effort into his work, especially projects."...
For the most accurate comparisons, your students should be tested when they are about one month away from completing all courses. For AOA students, that means when they have finished at least through the 8th unit in each subject, which typically occurs in April or May. To ensure that your distance learning student will be able to take the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) achievement test on your preferred date, estimate when your student will be through eight units in all subjects and call your Academy Service Representative (ASR) to schedule either a morning or afternoon session. There's no need to worry about the cost, since you have already paid for your student's achievement testing when you registered with Alpha Omega Academy®. As your testing date approaches, you will receive clear, easy-to-follow directions....