Reflective practice is important to the development of lecturers as professionals as it enables us to learn from our experiences of teaching and make easier student learning. Developing reflective practise means developing ways of reviewing our own teaching so that it becomes a routine and a process by which we might continuously develop. Kolb’s Learning Style Model. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Learning_styles Kolb developed a theory of experiential learning that can give us a useful model by which to develop our practise. This
A student needs to feel comfortable with themselves, others, and the teacher, so there can be meaningful discussion and interactions. Teacher and student relationships are essential to ensure a positive school/classroom atmosphere. Rules are stated in this manner, because teacher and student develop the rules together. This way student feels some ownership about how the class is run and is more likely to follow rules and procedures. CLASSROOM RULES: 1.
Along with positives for the students, there are positives for the teacher’s also. Teachers have a framework for understanding what students have learned or should have learned before arriving in the classroom (Gardner and Powell, 2013). The focus on skill doesn’t mean teachers should abandon the content but rather it also offers a clear framework of what skills the student should be able to do instead of what they should know (content). Common core standards are a good step in clearly defining what students need to know and be able to
Theories of learning underpin teachers’ classroom practice. Critically examine two or more theories analysing their implications for classroom teachers. Introduction Theories of learning fill the pages of books related to education and classroom practice, with each one offering a different account of how people learn. One of the root causes of this variation in theory is due to the fact that each theory presents its own definition of learning. However, what unites these theories is their aim to provide a guide to strong teaching practice that will lead to an improvement in the knowledge of learners.
I feel it is a good idea in theory but in some cases it is just not a reasonable solution to me. Some disabilities are so great that I think it would do a student a disservice to be placed in a regular class. One thing I can say I like about the inclusive classroom is the fact that students get to interact with students that they normally would not. I am torn between the two when it comes to which classroom setting I think is better. I think it should be up to an educational team on which situation fits the student the best.
English & Language Arts common Core Sate Standards: A Reflection of Key Concepts Significant for Teaching Elementary Language Arts and Literacy Jessica Bribiesca Brandman University Introduction The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts (ELA) and Literacy are significant to teachers who are preparing to teach elementary school for many reasons. Three strategies to use with the CCSS are outlined in this reflective paper. First, the ELA and Literacy standards aide teachers in setting high standards with clear goals so the teachers can produce a deeper instruction. Second, using text based evidence in ELA and Literacy guides students so they can understand what they are reading by referring back to the
This then allows the teacher to amend the way in which they are teaching or what they are teaching to accommodate the results. It also gives students a way of identifying the areas they need to develop. The benefit of formative assessment is that a teacher can continually evaluate the learner and put them on the correct path if they are making mistakes. Summative assessments are used at the completion of a course. It is often formal and demanding and under controlled exam conditions.
Literacy is the ability to read and write. Students rely on teachers to teach them how to read and write just as teachers’ evidence of effectiveness is predominantly reliant on student achievement. It is imperative that teachers are able to understand how literacy is evolving in today’s classroom. Four learning theories (behaviorism, constructivism, sociolinguistic, and information processing) were described to help us understand how students learn. This historical information helped guide me through the process of formulating a balanced literacy program.
2006, P. 31). I learned from this article that it is important to use alternate assignments to assess an ELL. I think alternate assignments will be a more effective tool for me to use in my classroom to assess ELL’s because it effectively shows what the child is learning. Alternate assignments are based off of regular classroom activities, so I think it will be simpler for the ELL student to complete. I think that I will definitely be using alternate assignments in my classroom to assess ELLs because it will show me their progress better than a test that they may not understand will (Lenski.
II. COST AND CONVIENCE The purpose of continuing your education is to learn and develop new skills, but cost and convenience play a vital factor in your choice. A. The cost of an online education is less expensive, due to the fact you do have to pay for books, transportation, or other traditional cost of on