Overview of Tonight's Class:
Tonight we covered Readers Theaters, which I am so glad we covered as I am interested in them. However, I haven't been able to experience them in the classroom setting yet. I probably did many, many moons ago, but who's memory works that well! ;) I am excited to try these as I have seen many videos, and heard great reviews on successful this strategy really is.
Apart from that we discussed our lesson plans, which were phenomenal! I am so glad we discuss these lesson plans, as I am writing down the interesting ideas all our classmates are coming up with! Thanks in advance! ;P I have to say, I am impressed. 7
Take Aways from the Class as a Whole:
1. Cover material that was to be read before going over what we need to and moving on,
2. Teach strategies throughout the lesson so students can use them in the future,
3. I am now fully informed on Checking for Understanding, and can come up with ideas on a whim,
4. Utilize Brain Breaks for students and adults as well,
5. Graphic Organizers are great for modeling, checking for understanding, guided practice, etc.
6. GoNoodle is now my friend! I love the different resources it offers and adds for a great technology assistance.
Overall Feeling of EDUC 337:
I would say I have really enjoyed working with you lady's and Mrs. Steffes! The different strategies presented has really made me appreciate the teaching of Language Arts even more. It has really been fun, even for a summer course! ;) Thanks ya'll!
This was the first course that I have had that talked about brain breaks. I think they are a very important teaching tool that is over looked, possibly because they do not fit into the GLE's and CCSS. Kaitlyn, thank you for reminding me to utilize brain breaks.
ReplyDeleteI love Mrs Steffes and I hope to have her again before I student teach! I loved learning the different strategies and I am so grateful for them!
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