Sentences with phrase «classroom as a reflection»

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To supplement (or replace) the typed summary, consider linking to a video of the classroom action, which can serve as a reminder of what transpired, as well as an opportunity for reflection — on their own classrooms or each other's.

In the most effective classes I visited, teachers use data tracking as part of their weekly or biweekly classroom routine, and reserve time for students to write reflections on how they've performed.

A teacher can «translate» the game experience to classroom teams through written reflections and discussions, as well as hands - on gameplay in a fishbowl, where the classroom observes and documents elements of successful collaboration.

The importance of reflection, both for students in the classroom and for me as an educator.

Through videos, readings, personal reflection, and online forums, you will experience differentiated instruction for yourself as well as learn methods for implementing these techniques in your own classroom.

We hope their reflections will help you as you face your own classroom experiences.

If reflection is not a regular part of your classroom culture, then implementing the flipped classroom will not be as effective.

Technology can be used to advance learning by bringing exciting curricula based on real - world problems into the classroom, providing scaffolds and tools to enhance learning, such as modeling programs and visualization tools, giving students and teachers more opportunities for feedback, reflection, and revision, and building local and global communities that include teachers, administrators, students, parents, practicing scientists, and other interested people expanding opportunities for teacher learning.

This design extends reflection on reform - based practices into teachers» first school placements, as science teachers tend to revert back to traditional practices as they experience the reality of the classroom (Simmons et al., 1999).

Evidence of teaching practices could include classroom observation of pre-service teachers along with artefacts such as lesson plans, assessment strategies and feedback, samples of student work, observation notes and reflections.

For all Cambridge International AS & A Level subjects we recommend our Learner Guide: Planning, Reflection and Revision which can be used in the classroom and for independent study.

So how do we recognize quality assessment as it is being lived out in classroom spaces, and how can leaders support teacher reflection on assessment practices?

Teachers can use these sites to share their reflections on classroom technology, and district administrators can post online PD content such as webinar recordings, eBooks, and blog posts.

An additional challenge in the process is the need for confidentiality in their reflections (as in Barrett, 2000), especially when students in the classroom naturally appeared in the videotapes.

A multimedia case study can allow preservice teachers to observe and understand these tensions by hearing the teacher's reflections on the lessons, as well as seeing teacher decisions in action during the classroom video segments.

Yet, as the reflections of the 17 teacher - learners examined in this study suggested, video production used as an instructional strategy and integrated in classrooms in robust and rigorous ways promotes content learning.

She writes: «It is the professional reflection, planning, and commitment that allows you to support students» learning outcomes productively in your classroom and to promote positive professional relationships that have the potential to engage and motivate even the most reluctant learners and begin your career as a teacher of quality.»

No state bases more than 50 percent of a teacher's evaluation on student performance scores (see the infographic on p. 4), and many incorporate multiple additional measures, such as classroom observations, student writing and artwork, teacher lesson plans, peer review, student reflections and feedback, and participation in professional development (Shakman et al., 2012).

For years, the art of teaching has been within the confines of the four walls of the classroom, and I see the TPA as an opportunity for collaboration within the profession and inducting novice teachers into a professional community where reflection and experimentation are normal.

This reflection tool can serve as a guide for helping teachers reflect on their classroom culture and consider the data they've captured in Kickboard over time.

As I've refined the methods I've used to teach reflection in the classroom, many have asked how they can replicate the process, from there the book was born.

Advice: Provide as much time as possible for pre-service teachers to observe in and work in a variety of classrooms with time to interact with teachers; provide specific training in methods of classroom management, with opportunities to try out practices modeled in training and to come back together for troubleshooting and reflection on the experience; provide specific background on the effects of childhood poverty.

In classrooms where inquiry thrives, students rely on the structures they've been taught as the framework to guide reflection and action.

The teacher leaders developed sustainable methods of communicating with their teams three times over the course of a month: 1) midway through the month, the teacher leaders hand back to their site colleagues copies of the reflections they wrote at the last meeting and the plans they chose to implement during the month; 2) Co-principal Maria Carriedo sends an email to all the teachers a week before each meeting to remind them to bring their observations of their focal students; 3) teachers make notes to themselves, in a simple chart form, about the interventions and behaviors they plan to track and keep these on their classroom walls as an easy way to document their focal students» progress.

So as you embark on 2018, consider making student reflection a priority in your classroom and give students the freedom and flexibility to choose from some of the ideas listed below.

While NAEP scores are widely cited, score changes over time can be a reflection of trends outside the classroom, such as changing demographics, attrition, measurement error and changes in circumstances, including the effects of the recession.

As a result of these particular reflections, teacher candidates develop their professional skill sets and leadership qualities that they will subsequently bring into the classroom as better prepared and advanced professional educatorAs a result of these particular reflections, teacher candidates develop their professional skill sets and leadership qualities that they will subsequently bring into the classroom as better prepared and advanced professional educatoras better prepared and advanced professional educators.

How frequently do you engage in your own self - reflection and self - assessment of your attitude toward yourself as a classroom teacher, your attitude toward your students, and your attitude toward your practice as a classroom teacher?

The collected pieces serve as a chance to listen to the voices of Black teachers as they offer unique perspectives and reflections on what keeps them in the classroom.

In each video, you'll see teachers implementing the four domains of effective practice from the book, as well as lesson planning conferences between the teacher and principal, professional evidence - based classroom observations, and teacher reflections on the lesson taught.

Functions The teacher leader: a) Facilitates the collection, analysis, and use of classroom - and school - based data to identify opportunities to improve curriculum, instruction, assessment, school organization, and school culture; b) Engages in reflective dialog with colleagues based on observation of instruction, student work, and assessment data and helps make connections to research - based effective practices; c) Supports colleagues» individual and collective reflection and professional growth by serving in roles such as mentor, coach, and content facilitator; d) Serves as a team leader to harness the skills, expertise, and knowledge of colleagues to address curricular expectations and student learning needs; e) Uses knowledge of existing and emerging technologies to guide colleagues in helping students skillfully and appropriately navigate the universe of knowledge available on the Internet, use social media to promote collaborative learning, and connect with people and resources around the globe; and f) Promotes instructional strategies that address issues of diversity and equity in the classroom and ensures that individual student learning needs remain the central focus of instruction.

The day will begin with an overview of the HOT Approach to arts integrated teaching and learning and provide an opportunities to observe in classrooms and hear student reflections on their experiences as Peer Mediators.

Separate from my detailed classroom conversations and interview field notes, this journaling process served as a personal reflection on my role as the facilitator of the group, as well as my interpretation of the school environment as related to my prior experience.

Teachers use multiple resources, including lessons from Lions - Quest (http://www.lions-quest.org/) and other programs to establish a positive classroom culture, teach collaboration skills, prevent and address bullying, and help students develop personal skills such as goal - setting and self - reflection.

I am using this as a space to reflect on my teaching and hope you will join in.Exploring literacy and reflection in the fifth grade classroom.