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Click on the above link and bookmark it as a favorite (we will refer back to it later). Read through the list of strategies. Select three strategies that you have tried or would like to try in your classroom. Give a brief description of how you have implemented or how you will implement each of the three strategies you have selected in your classroom.
See you back in class January 11th, 2010. Enjoy the winter break!
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First of all I had never heard of this website but it is fantastic! This is definitely staying as a favorite. In my classroom I have used the 10+2 method and with my group it seems to work at least for a couple of periods. The activating prior knowledge is sort of an ongoing thing in my classroom because I am constantly amazed at what my kids do and don't do when they are at home. I have one student in particular who always seemed to be in "space" somewhere and then one day I sat her in front of the computer and the entire class was amazed at how she was able to manuver through the WWW and find sites that she certainly seemed to recognize and work with. I spoke to her step mom and she said she just lets her play all day on the computer at home (Who knew? ) Now of course I use the computer for more and more lessons with her.
ReplyDeleteThe Active Learning scenario is alive and well in my classroom as we play pretty much every kind of "BINGO" there is! We play word bingo, numbers, colors, signs, kitchen, bath, states, capitols, etc. BINGO anything to keep them actively in "learning mode" after reviewing some of the offerings I think I would like to use more audio tapes in the classroom the "My Name" lessons seems to fit my ideas for the classroom and I had never taken a nature walk but I can just about guarantee that we are going to try one pretty soon. It is sites like this that can activate your circle of knowledge and allow for more creativity in the classroom. Thanks for this.....
AUDIO-VISUALS
ReplyDeleteThe technology is the most important part of any classroom today. The first thing I have checked in my classroom was the status of all the technological equipment. I naturally use a good computer with the Internet access on a daily basis. Got a projector too, and recently, I bought and connected a special camera with a cable splitter to hook up to the monitor and a projector as well. In such a way, I am able to perform all the writings and presentations in front of a class while observing all the students face to face. It also spares usage of a whiteboard, markers etc. From the day one, I use a microphone with the amplifier both for better effect in understanding and to save my voice.
CALCULATOR
As a teacher of Algebra and Geometry, a calculator is a necessary and mandatory tool in the curriculum. TI-83 calculator is always present and available for every student in my classroom. Students are highly invited to use it and know all the operations well, since this specific calculator is required for the mandatory testing. I even installed software on my computer with a virtual course about that calculator, which I can again transmit through the camera on the screen. I wish to have more time and opportunities to use the calculator in all the classes.
COMPUTER GAMES
There are many funny and good quizzes and games for all the levels of math online. I sometimes – usually on Fridays - like to spend some time with the equations-Jeopardy, and students really enjoy it. A small reward, usually in a form of candies for winners is always ready. It is pretty amazing how many opportunities to exercise math skills are available today. The games are sometimes very challenging, well done, excited and extremely visual, which is the best way how to catch the attention of our students.
Awesome job! Thanks for posting!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great site. Will use this! I do a lot of real world stuff in my class. In world geography, whenever there is a world happening i.e. pirates, we watch the cnn newscast (I use computers and in focus machine constantly) and identify the where, why and how. Great way to learn the world. I use a lot of acting out i.e. having the kids physically get on a few squares in a group to show population density. Am eager to ty the circles of knowledge as a new stategy of assessing prior knowledge and a hook to draw them in. The Deliberations stategy looks great as I start a second semester of Government and Supreme Court cases. Also want to try "Find the Fib" - would seem to get the kids very involved.
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Students can illustrate text they have read, draw diagrams of problems they have heard, or simply draw to stimulate creativity.
I would like to use this strategy in Spanish class, because the students can draw a representation of a new word that they have learned after the teacher gives a description of the new term, and then the students create a non linguistic representation of the term. This is a very similar strategy that we learned in class about: vocabulary in Marzano Style that I would like to use in my class.
Learning Labs
A learning lab is an environment that provides tools and educational support to enable learners to explore content at their own pace. There are many varieties of learning labs. Computer learning labs typically consist of rooms full of networked computers or work stations along with at least one human assistant. Math learning labs may be nothing but an empty classroom with a few reference books and one or more math tutors who roam the room to assist learners as they work. Language learning labs typically provide audio playing and recording equipment to allow learners to listen to the language they are learning.
We do not have these labs at my school, but I would like to use the language learning labs that provide audio playing and recording equipment to allow learners to listen to the language they are learning and have playback ability for self-assessment. The students can practice individually and will not feel shy because other people are listening to their pronunciation. Additionally, the students can study according to their own learning pace.
Magazines and Newspapers
Used as a real world source of information.
I already use this technique. The students have to find current events in the news paper from different parts of Latin America. This helps them to learn more about Spanish speaking countries and what is happening in the world. In another activity, I require them to go to the employment section in a large local newspaper and look for the jobs that require people who speak Spanish and English. This activity helps to motivate the students to learn Spanish, because they can understand if they speak Spanish and English they can have more opportunities to find a good job and maybe make more money.
Thanks for posting! Great job! :-)
ReplyDeleteThere were so many good strategies. The following are some of the strategies found in this article that I have tried and implemented in my classroom: Affirmations; 10.2 Theory; Awards; Before, During, and After; Big Books; Guest Speakers; Examples; Games; Praise; Venn Diagrams; and Chants among many others.
ReplyDeleteAffirmations: I give daily affirmations whenever I see a child improving in his listening, reading, writing, social skills, counting, etc.
10.2 Theory: I use this theory with my students during circle time. I implement this theory when I present a new theme or when learning the day of the week, letters, shapes, etc. I ask my students to turn to the person sitting next to them to tell them one or two things we are learning. Sometimes I ask them to whisper to the person next to them the day of the week, letter of the week, and words that start with the first letter we are learning.
Awards: I use tickets, behavior bucks, and certificates to reinforce behaviors.
Guest Speakers: I used guest speakers when we were learning about Families that Work and Go. They loved it and were able to learn so much more.
I am planning to use the letter activities found in this website (kinderstart.com). I would also like to start the day with a short daily message.
1. 10 plus 2. Whenever teaching I try not to go further than 10 minutes of direct instuction. I usually will try to follow instruction with some kind of activity.
ReplyDelete2. Acting Out Problem. I use this a lot when dealing with behavioral problems and using role playing as a tool to get the student to understand how their behavior effects others.
3. Active Learning. I try to always use students interest and level of understanding when presenting a lesson. I try to make it as relevent to their lives as possible.
I use awards for positive behavior. I work it into a point system and at the end of the week the students can purchase something from the school store with the points they earned.
ReplyDeleteAll of my students are allowed to use the calculator for their math work.
I use humor to de-escalate certain situation dealing with behavior. Most of my students react positively with humor.
Great site, thank you!
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I've heard of this one before and try to implement it. Sometimes I don't realize how short 10 minutes really is. I've gotten better with interjecting "ok now tell your partner what I just said..." and things like that.
Human Treasure Hunt
I like this as a getting to know you activity for the first few days of school. I would use this during my AVID class.
Games
I want to do more games in my class. I ended the semester playing board races and the kids really enjoyed the competition and it was a great way to review them before the final.
I had heard of a number of the sites and functions, and strategies found on this blog site, but there was so much information and materials that I was nearly overwhelmed - I am dead serious!!! I have tried, but will use more of the ten plus two/10+2, as it is an excellent method for me among 11th and 12th Graders - especially given their "attention spam". Once in a while, though, I tend to go more like 15+5/7 and then do not repeat the action for a second round in the same class period! As for the seemingly countless sites found aphabetically, "WOW"......I prefered to use "B" - Bloom's Taxonomy, I find it a very useful tool and method for both my AP students and my standard students. "J" - Journal(s), is also another method and educationa; ploy I use because it "forces" the student to actually write, reflect, and commit to a personal opinion - even if some may do so only to please me and fulfill their assignment. "L" - LARC, having a background in behavioral and educational psychology, the Left and Right Creative/Creativity schema for learning and analysis is extremely helpful and positive in its goals: wholistic learning and comprehension.
ReplyDelete1. Clapping - Used to get students attention. I will say "Clap once if you can hear me - Clap twice if you can hear me". I will also lead off with a clapping pattern, which they know to repeat.
ReplyDelete2. Venn Diagram - Used to show students the relationship & differences between two concepts. For example: finding the area of a rectangle, parallelogram, and a triangle.
3. Four Corners - 4 corners of the classroom are 4 different options for questions you ask. Such as "Agree, Disagree, Don't Know, Strongly Disagree". This is a great activity to get them up and actively thinking about the answer choices they make. I prefer to use it when there is not a right or wrong answer, but choices.
1)Affirmations: I use this quite a bit when motivating students behaviorally. A lot of my students are not used to hearing positive things towards them so this works great for their self esteem.
ReplyDelete2)Behavioral observations: A large part of my time is spent conducting behavioral observations. I observe in the classroom, electives, lunch time, recess, and transition times.
3)Facilitative Questioning: I have used this at times just to see how a student will answer. It surprises me with how different each student can answer. This is a great tool to get to know your student.
1. Competition has been a fun way to review math lessons for my 6th graders. We usually do one side of the room against the other, but sometimes we do boys against girls. It has to be a very short quick exercise to keep everyone's attention. But I've found it to be good review. The students who aren't answering are still interested and paying attention.
ReplyDelete2. I've used a contract with my students as it relates to classroom rules and procedures and trying their best to be successful.
3. Estimating of course is a strategy we use often in math. It's something that's incorporated into the curriculum but we've been able to talk about it in oter areas so the kids get to see that it really is something they will use in real life.
I use accelerated Reading on a daily basis with my sudents. This helps me to assess thier invididual reading levels and watch their reading abilities increase each 6 weeks. they love it and keep them reading all of the time! We celebrate their success each week as they move, weekly, toward the goal of 100% by the end of the 6 weeks.
ReplyDeleteActivating prior knowledge is another classroom strategy I use regulary. I would say that this is something that is done on a daily basis with just about every subject and lesson. Since we are building on skills all year...this is a logical and necessary stategy to use!
I am big on awards and rewarding behavior and academic growth! I feel that positive reinforcment is huge for all human beings. Giving student awards for everything from picking up litter around the campus or classroom, to improved reading skills, etc. is huge and encouraging for the recipiant!
Finally, a stategy I have not used, but would very much like to try, is Author's chair. What a great way to allow a student "show off" his or her hard work to fellow students / classmates! My students would love to do this each week with either an assignment done within the week or with a journal entry perhaps! Thanks for providing the info. for this terrific website! I am certain I will return to it time and time again! See ya Monday!
10+2
ReplyDeleteI use this technique daily. It allows me to explain my techniques for working out a problem first, then they get their own problem to work out in response. Sometimes they get more than two minutes to reflect, but the basic premise is there.
Calculator
Again, for a math class this is done, or should be done daily. I always try to show them something new every day on their calculator that expands on what they learned before.
Interdisciplinary Teaching
I always try to use this, because it explains what the math we are doing is used for. I usually link our classes to physics and chemistry, but sometimes there is an opportunity to link math to art, which my students seem to enoy.
10+2 method is what I use most of the time but it's always the same students that participate.
ReplyDeleteActivating Prior Knowledge was helpful when we were studying Energy and forms of energy. Some students never realized exactly what they were using until we talked about it. Also we are currently studying Genes and how they get their traits from family members. Again some students never really realized the resemblance from other family members until we talked about it.
Adaptive Scheduling: testing is easier on Thursdays instead of Fridays, students preferred it.
In science we do a lot of group activities and drawing what they learned does help. Board games is what I would like to start doing but not sure how to incorporate it.
Class Meetings
ReplyDeleteI’ve used class meetings a couple times since it was brought up in training here at CIT. Once was particularly effective. One of my advanced middle school theatre classes was suffering from too many distracted students (lack of focus on tasks). Because we were entering into a major production, I called a class meeting to decide on a course of action. Most students participated, and because most students agreed on the consequence for lack of focus, the class as a whole has improved.
Group Writing
Group writing has been very successful in my classes. Numerous times, students have worked in groups for several class sessions to produce a short skit or play that they will perform. Because each student is involved, they are able to pick topics and assign lines that the group is willing to produce and carry out.
Posters
Although I have used posters (poster walks) a few times, they have been less successful that I had hoped. Only about a third of groups producing a poster summarizing a topic have produced effective posters and were engaged in the process. I think that the reading that I assigned has been too complex, and I have in mind a different source for the material next time I do the project.
The three methods that I use everyday in my classroom are Journals, Daily outline, and group work. When students first come in they know to look at the board and read the journal prompt to begin writing. The journal is used to get their minds going and to allow them time to get their materials out to begin class. This also allows me time to take rool or take care of any other business that has come in the door.
ReplyDeleteI also use a daily outline to show students what will be covered that day in class. I start with the date and then list the objective and assignments for the day.
The third method I use on an everyday basis is group work. My students are arranged in round tables so it is difficult for them not to work together. There are times when we move around and rotate to other tables but either way we work together. I have found that they work really well and teach eachother.
1. Read Aloud : Teacher reads aloud to the class to improve comprehension, expose students to correct pronunciation, or to create positive feelings about reading or a particular book.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading a scenario to the class, I proceed to ask the class to volunteer to re-read the roles that they choose.
2. Routines: One way to maximize teaching time, shorten delays due to transitions, and focus student behavior is to establish routines on the first day. Points to discuss include procedures for turning in work. what is expected during the first minutes of class, and what materials are needed each day.
I did establish rules and posted them on a wall facing the door so students can see them everyday as they walk in. They were also explained thoroughly and re-taught occasionally.
3. Self-Correction:Students correct themselves during reading, speaking, or performing skills.
When in doubt; the student looks for my "approval" on how he/she has pronounced the word in question.
4. Signals:Includes verbal and non-verbal communications between teachers and students.
Thanks for this amazing website! I downloaded the entire work and intend to test a few new ideas whenever time permits. I currently use the following teaching strategies:
ReplyDelete1. Acting Out a Problem: we use our Life Skills Theater almost daily as a great forum to learn and discuss proper and improper behavior and manners.
2. Active Learning: this is a great approach that engages learners by matching instruction to the learner's interests, understanding, and developmental level. I used the idea of renting our Life Skills classroom to my students as their new apartment. They had to pay me for rent, phone, electricity, etc. I used small cups with different coins taped to each one and the students had to pay me using specific coins. Coin recognition is a big problem in my class, but this made the learning so much fun and they truly enjoyed moving in their new home! Now, they have to pay daily for the use of furniture or computers.
3. Big Books: when reading to the entire class,I prefer the use of large sized text and pictures to gain more interaction from every student with the book at the same time. My students really enjoy these books. We read one on electricity last week, and every eye was on the book. It was very obvious that the enjoyment was shared by everyone.
We also like the use of power point presentations to read together as a class...and the list goes on and on. Life Skills classes are all about good, hands-on strategies to reach the students and I really appreciate this website for the new ideas!
This is a really cool site with lots of techniques I have never heard of! I love acronyms and have used them some in my class, but I would love to use them more (if only I was a little more creative). I use lots of games in my class for reviews. We play a lot of Jeopardy and Family Feud. We also do a lot of predicting in my class. It helps me judge how much my students remember from previous lessons and how well they know historical characters. Thanks for the great web site! I can see myself using lots of these strategies!
ReplyDelete1. Activating Prior Knowledge-
ReplyDeleteAny time I move into a new topic, I try to get a feel of what they know already. A very useful tool I use to do this is Bell Work. I'll ask the class a question about the topic that may test their brain. I do not like to ask "gimme" questions about the new topic, but try to get a feel of how advanced my classes are. After my answers are turned in, we have a class discussion, then move on to the meat of the lesson
2. Pair Project-
I use the more basic version of Pair Project. I know my students like to work in groups, so I try to incorporate that into my lessons as much as possible, yet still making sure my kids keep their individual responsibilities in the classroom. My class room is set up with 2-person tables/desks and it is these pairs that my students usually work in. I have carefully chosen the seating arrangement so that I have students that get along, but that may not be friends. I make sure that I have students together who can benefit each other. If I have a student that is weak in a particular area, I have a student stong in that area working with him/her. My kids enjoy working in pairs, which means they are getting more out of my class
3. Stump the Teacher
I have not used this strategy, but I will be soon! This seems like a very fun strategy to try out and I think my kids would learn without realizing it. I think this would be a very good review tool. Kids having fun and learning at the same time is A-Ok with me!
10 + 2 (Ten Plus Two). I make notes to myself in my lesson plans that tell me where to stop and ask questions so that I do not keep talking.
ReplyDeleteBook Club
Groups who meet to discuss books. I do this as my guided reading groups. I have 6 different groups and each group reads a book that we discuss together.
Six Thinking Hats
A metacognitive strategy that encourages people to look at concepts from different perspectives. Each hat represents a mode of thinking. The white hat = look at data, red = feelings, black = judgment, yellow = positive attitude, green = creativity, blue = overview. I use this strategy when reading mentor texts orally to my class.
I have used the mnemonic device or acronym memory method strategy before. We used this to memorize the irregular verbs in Spanish. The students really liked it because they got to think of it on their own and they truly used it and referred back to it.
ReplyDeleteSomething I would like to put into practice is the Find Your Partner technique...by having a description in Spanish, they could try and find who their partner is.
Lastly, I think the Grab Bag is a good idea...we could have things that relate to the lesson, like vocabulary, and whatever they pull out, they have to describe in Spanish or talk about it for 1 minute.
AWARDS
ReplyDeleteTeaching Pre-K kids love awards even the smallest thing they take to heart. I try to give them pencils if they are good all week or a little nick nack toy to show my appreciation for their great behavior. Many teachers at my school disagree with giving awards for good behavior but it seems to work great for my class.
Big Books
Using big books not only is eye catching but also gains the attention of all the students. You typically do not hear "Teacher I can't see" which is great. The book bring the children into the story and make them feel like they are actually apart of the story.
Flowers
When I saw this strategy I was like what flowers! But then I read the explanation and it makes sense to me especially with spring coming around. Flowers usually do alter moods and hopefully will change our classroom environment. I shall try putting flowers in our classroom and see the reaction that the students have with them.
I really enjoyed going through this website. At my campus, Accelerated reader is huge. We use AR to help pinpoint reading levels of our students. In my class we use it to see how many books your can read to reach the field goal. basically they check out library books read it three times; on thier own twice and once with me. Once I feel they are ready to test, they get on the computer and take a comprehension test on the book they read. I reward for improvement. If they fail, they have to write a summary of what they read. My students hate to write, so they will do thier best to get it right the first time.
ReplyDeletesince I have a multilevel and multidisciplinary environment, I use a lot of holistic learning and instruction. Its hard but managable. I have six students in my class room. I pair them up according to thier reading level. I am constantly rotating for math, reading and language arts. I am instructing two students while two more are on the computer doing lexia, academy of reading, academy of math, spellingcity, or AR. The last two are working with a para, independently. The para only helps when the student is struggling. I also give frequent breaks and job duties for each of my students to help behaviors in control. Its not as easy as it sounds because my para's and I have to keep work constant, engaging and fast. Once they complete an assignment, we have to have them doing something at all times or we loose them. So I set aside fun sheets for them to doo when they are done.
Another strategy I use is humor. Its funny how a student that is upset and I do something out of the blue that makes them stop and think. But I do have to be careful that jokes or laughs are not geared to the students. Usually they like it when I make fun of myself. I usually tell them a funny story that happened to me at the store when I was with my kids. Humor is a great way to calm down a student if used the right way. They end up forgetting what they were mad about.
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ReplyDeleteI have tried several different strategies and still have plenty that i use daily. I use the
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ABC summarize- my kids have a great time with this game and it is really fantastic in helping them learn the alphabet and peer interaction, and so many other thinking skills. It really does help my kids and it is fun, they also use a dictionary, glossary, etc to help find words.
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active learning, any approach that engages learners by matching instruction to the learner's interest and developmental level. This is happening a lot in my classroom, I have to think of all kinds of things to match each one of my students, I have 9 now and they all learn so differently and all have different interests. It is challenging but I love when I can do things that help them learn.
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adaptive testing- now this is something that I use for every test, every lesson, I have to adapt it to the regular ed lesson plans.
Three strategies that I use:
ReplyDeleteAccelerated Reading - this is a very effective program for managing and encouraging individual reading. Students are given a block of time during which to read or test. The school also provides an end of six weeks reward for students that reach their AR goal.
Acronyms - I was a big believer and user of these in college - I use them on a regular basis to reinforce concepts. In math: Does McDonalds Sell Cheese Burgers - Divide, multiply, subtract, check and bring down (for division).
Graphic organizers are encouraged in lesson planning - venn diagrams are useful in science in comparing two categories of items. And mapping is beneficial and organizing a reading or writing assignment.
Illustrated Talks
ReplyDeleteA form of lecture in which the speaker tells how to do something, or shares information with the audience, but does not "show" the audience how to do anything. The talk is supported by visual aids like charts, diagrams, and photographs.
I do a lot of this in my class. I will illustrate the concepts, ideas, facts for a lecture or informative session that may last 10-15 minutes. I will then break up the kids to do self directed learning activities. I will use the lecture as a prep and way for those auditory learners to get a first glance at a topic.
Active Learning
Any approach that engages learners by matching instruction to the learner's interests, understanding, and developmental level. Often includes hands-on and authentic activities.
This is the second feature of the class, the assignment that I will grade. I will give an assignment that they have to really use their background information and logic the correct answer.
Forced Relationships
A variant of the Forced Analogy approach to generating possible solutions to problems. In Forced Relationships, objects are paired to a seemingly unrelated task and students are forced to use the unrelated objects to accomplish the task. For example, the students might be told they need to water the flowers in the windowsill box using the water from the sink across the room, and their only tools are a flashlight and a piece of paper. Possible solutions would be to take apart the flashlight (placing the parts on the paper) then use the handle as a cup to carry water, or the paper could be folded into a temporary cup then discarded after the watering was done.
I would love to try this in my class this week. For one I think the kids would just hate it! - but i think the relationship will build confidence, team building, and learning of the concepts through the activity.
Anchored Instruction- I think that this is very important, particularly with the students that I work with (spec. ed). When students don't have that prior knowledge and have nothing to anchor the concepts to there is a huge gap in comprehension as well as interest. I liked how the article said "Our anchors were stories rather than lectures and were designed to be explored by students and teachers."
ReplyDeleteInteractive writing- this is something that in fourth grade we have found to be very effective. It really models for the students the process of writing, something that so many of our students were really stuck at.
Socratic Method-This is something that I am trying to be better at. My students are so often behind and need a lot of help that I need to be careful not to do the thinking for them. They need to be going through the process of finding their own answers and develop the higher order thinking skills. I think that so often children don't have to think as much as they should, they tune out to video games and television and their "thinking skills" generally lack. I am not doing my students any favors by not teaching them how to problem solve for themselves.
Analogies
ReplyDeleteA thinking skill demonstrated by a student when he or she can give examples similar to, but not identical to a target example. For example, the Internet is analogous to the post office (because in both, multimedia information is delivered to specific addresses).
I have often used analogies to help these kids understand oxidation numbers.
Note-Taking
The process of recording information presented by a teacher for the purpose of improving recall or understanding by the student. Notes typically include a combination of direct quotes of what a teacher says, diagrams, and additions by the student to add emphasis or to indicate areas where outside study may be required.
We often practice taking notes in a college lecture style, because i want the kids to be prepared for what is to come.
Oral Reading
Oral reading of existing texts can be used to scaffold learning of vocabulary, pronunciation, and connections to related topics. During the writing process, oral reading becomes a proofreading strategy.
We did oral presentations about what the difference b/w chemical and physical changes were, and the kids truly had to understand to give me a proper description.
I use the 10-2 strategy frequently in my class. I teach for 10 minutes, and the students work out a couple problems with a partner over the newly learned concept. It seems to work fairly well.
ReplyDeleteI also use the "unknown-to-known" strategy. Or should I say, I have been using it and I didn't know it was a strategy! : ) Comparing a part to a whole, known to unknown, part to a part, are all examples of ratios.
One strategy I would like to start implementing is the "ticket to leave". I have heard of this strategy before, I just need to make an effort to use it in my classroom.
Since I am science, we do experiments all the time. I find that my students enjoy the experiments especially the ones the involve food because not only effective for the kinestetic learners, but they get to eat their experiment after they are done. They can't eat though, until they have turned their lab in. Its a good incentive.
ReplyDeleteInvestigation is a good tool to use in science because its a good way to learn concepts in science by answering the what, where, why, and how. This is important because the students make connections to the concepts by not only knowing what it is, but they understand why it is and how it works.
My students love jeopardy. I usually do Jeopardy as an incentive for being well behaved but also use it to study for a test. Most of my students are very competitive and want to win jeopardy.
Three strategies that I use consistent because I work with Autistic children that everything I do aims for these: Aims, Goals, and Objectives- Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
ReplyDeleteI use the Screening strategies because I already know the objectives I am trying to reach.
Brain Based Learning- I observe my students and learn how their brain functions, so that they will learn. Learning their styles and preference is one way to monitor and enhance their learning process.
Chunking- is one I use often to get my students to memorize the Days of the Week in Rhyming etc. Most of their learning is done threw songs rhymes and lots of repetition.
Several teaching strategies are implemented everyday such as affirmations, feedback, air drawing (letter formation), author's chair, books on tape (listening center), chants and rhymes (transitions).
ReplyDeleteThe three strategies I have implemented in the PreK classroom are:
1. Dramatizing: The students act out the story "The Mitten" by Jan Brat. As they act out the story they are using their own words retelling the story. Also, they sequence the eight characters in the order of the story entering the white mitten lost in the snow.
2. Estimation: In small group, I have three clear bags of cotton balls. Each bag is labeled A,B, and C. I have a recording log for each student. The students have to guess the number of cotton balls in each bag and record their guesses. Since the students are PreK students they record by writing tally marks. Once guess is recorded, they open the one bag at a time and count the number of cotton balls. Again, record the number of cotton balls counted by tally marks. Then, we count the difference to compare more/less than.
3. Venn diagram: In small group, the students will categorize their alphabet magnetic letters by rounds and straights. Letters used for this activity are o,c,s,t,l,e,f,b,d,p,etc.
These activities have been very effective.
I really like using the 10 plus 2 strategies because I can instruct for a length of time and then check for understanding by having students reflect on the instruction that just happened. I believe that a teacher should allow students time to process the material that was covered and this is a great way of doing that. I also do a lot of affirmation in my class because my students need it. Most of them are below grade level and suffer from poor self esteem so they always feel like they cannot do the work that I give them. Another strategy that I use is Applied Behavior Analysis; I am always trying to modify my student’s behavior by getting them to react in a positive way in a series of steps. Once they have mastered one behavior I can move on to teaching them another positive behavior.
ReplyDeleteThere were a lot of great ideas on the website!!
ReplyDeleteOne strategy I already use in my classroom is by using songs. My students love to sing and by teaching them science and math songs it has helped them to learn the material. I took something they love and turned it into a teaching tool.
I would like to try the Authors Chair. It is when students sit in a chair at the front of the classroom and present their work to the class. I think I would use this when we write our stories. I think they would love getting in front of the class and sharing their stories. My class loves to be in the spot light so I think they would really enjoy this.
A strategy I try to use in my class is Active Learning. It is an approach that engages learner’s interests, understanding, and developmental level. Often includes hands-on and authentic activities. I try to bring in my students interest in the examples and use hands-on age appropriate/ their interest activities.
We use 10+2 a lot when I lecture. I like asking them questions to kick off the 2 minutes and then it usually turns into a debate or a "you know what I heard..." type of discussion.
ReplyDeleteI have used games such as jeopardy, bingo, and even baseball (baseball did not turn out so well). The kids resist at first but then have a great time.
Group work is another way to help kids teach other kids. They get into it and appreciate not having to do sit down work.
(Letty Perez)
ReplyDelete1.-Active learning-I try to relate the lesson to real life situations. I try to peak their interest and level of understanding.
2.-Human Treasure Hunt-I used this in the beginning of school and it worked well and the kids enjoyed it.
3.-I would liek to implement games in the classroom, but I do not have enough time.
4.-10-2-This really works it is difficult to keep them engaged. Mini lessons are great for my students.
I have implemented in my classroom Book Box, ABC Summary, and Anonymous Voting. The book box is easily accessible to all students and can choose from a variety of different levels. ABC SUmmary I ahve use when assigning my GT students a poet and having them research and find something they can put into a ABC powerpoint. Anonymous voting is used when asking students to put their heads down, eyes closed, and asking who does not understand what was just taught. That way they are not pointed out in any way.
ReplyDeletereally like using the 10 plus 2 strategies because I can instruct for a length of time and then check for understanding by having students reflect on the instruction that just happened. I believe that a teacher should allow students time to process the material that was covered and this is a great way of doing that. I also do a lot of affirmation in my class because my students need it. Most of them are below grade level and suffer from poor self esteem so they always feel like they cannot do the work that I give them. Another strategy that I use is Applied Behavior Analysis; I am always trying to modify my student’s behavior by getting them to react in a positive way in a series of steps. Students learn from us as adults and alway answer my student with yes sir, or no sir and it has rub off to the whole classroom. Once they have mastered one behavior I can move on to teaching them another positive behavior.Students need to feel that when the teacher is in front of the class he is going to present the best lesson that he knows how. After 10 min of lesson i am so worn out because i pour my heart out each time that I am in fromt of the classroom.
ReplyDeleteOur school is way behind with technology we barely got smart boards and thats not all the teachers. i have a second rate computer with second rate materials i have to buy my own materials sometimes because they give me the run around when I have to order things. At the end of the day the technology is a far far subject to even adress here at premont highschool.
ReplyDeleteThe school that I work for is not up to par with technology. Not all teachers have smart boards or the right equipment to teach the students. Although, the department that I am under has the equipment to teach the students. I am under the cate department. We are some what up to standard with the latest technology.
ReplyDeleteData Gathering - As a class, we took a poll of the student's favorite and least favorite sports. We entered out data colleced into a table.
ReplyDeleteData Analysis - Using our created tables, we created bar charts and analyzed the data. The students created their own questions that could be answered by the data.
Note Taking - In my classroom, we use the iNotebook to take notes. We also use Cornell Notes.
Wow! What a great website. Thank You, Mrs. Montoya.
ReplyDelete1. Workstations. We have three workstations and work station number 2 has two computers. At workstation 2 we allow our students to enhance, explore, learn more in their language arts skills by using the Edmark reading program. We do this just about everyday for about 10 - 15 minutes.Each week our students rotate and a new team of two practices their skills during Language Arts time.
2. Whiteboard Electronic. We are fortunate to have a mimio white board. Students are able to come up to the whiteboard as I teach and higlight vocabulary words on projectable stories available on the reading program A-Z. It super. Takes the place of the traditional chalkboard. I have oberved that the students really enjoy using this technology.
3. Using. In conjuction with the projectable math worksheets used with the electronic mimio whiteboard, laminated color objects such as enlarged paper pennies,dimes, nickels, quarters and dollars are used to teach money math to our students. These life size objects help the students by touching and experiencing what is taught. Also used are actual pennies, nickels and dimes.
I use voting usually thumbs up or thumbs down. I am able to see a response instantly and I can work more closely with those who are not understanding the material.
ReplyDeleteI have also tried using the 10-2 theory. I like it because my students are given time to talk and then they know when it's time to focus. I have less disruptions.
I have one computer in my classroom. So we as a district don not have access to this kind of technology. It has been rumored that we will be getting smart boards and student computer labs!!! SO we might be closer than we think. Welcome to the 2010. Then i could truly appreciate the piece.
ReplyDeleteThe 3 I will use, which have already....kind of been in place, although not as structured are the 10+2, Anecdotes, and C-4 yourself. 10 +2 works really well, although mine is more of a 10 + 5 or 7. I demonstrate the various programming techniques while they take notes, then allow them time to practice what they have just learned, where I change, is the implementation part. They get to practice on a "dummy" program, then with the C-4 yourself strategy, we have real world issues that they have a chance to solve through projects. When you've done enough 10 + 5's then we can really get intricate about the C-4 yourself stuff. I also use anecdotes in my classes, especially web mastering. In the real world people will come to you for a service, it is your responsibility to give them that service, or web page, or program. It brings everything together on a level that is reasonable, and real world.
ReplyDeleteI have tried Shared Stories several times in class is it works out just fine. I usually use the clock buddy and assign a specific time. Once shared with the buddy they are to share with the class; only the info shared is about the other person not themself.
ReplyDeleteI would like to try the shared writing...I think that would be an awesome hook and start at the front of each row and work its way back then share with the class...
Quicktalk I a great way to for student to open up to their "clock buddy"....
1. Accelerate Reading – This is a program our language arts teachers use, and participation is required of all students. However, I began using the program as extra credit. I tell my students that they can read an AR book related to Science or Social Students, and if they pass it, it will count as a free 100 in the grade book for extra credit.
ReplyDelete2. Affirmations – I always give my students words of encouragement to help them believe that they can succeed and do anything they put their minds to.
3. Analogy – I use this frequently when teaching social studies. I do this to help my students relate to the historical events we are studying. Also, I encourage my students to make analogies of their own to help facilitate their understanding. Furthermore, creating analogies makes use of higher levels of Bloom’s taxonomy specifically analyzing and synthesizing.
Find the Fib
ReplyDeleteTeam activity where groups of students write two true statements and one false statement, then challenge other teams (or the teacher) to "Find the Fib."
Find the Rule
Students are given sets of examples that demonstrate a single rule (like "i before e except after c.") and are asked to find and state the rule.
Find Your Partner
These 3 strategies I look forward to trying.