Sentences with phrase «curriculum in the hands of teachers»

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I worry that after the teacher explains her curriculum she will hand out a math test — the kind where every problem is filled with a combination of numbers, letters and those odd symbols that look like they belong in foreign street signs.

Students will engage with scientific ideas and practices through hands - on activities and learn to write clear and concise explanations of real - world phenomena as part of a novel curriculum that the National Science Teachers Association Press is slated to publish in mid-September.

• Make it a «non-negotiable» • Recruit and hire teachers who buy - in from the get - go • Provide them with hands - on professional development and plenty of examples • Share and celebrate «best practices» • Identify teachers who do it well and have others visit their classrooms • Give instructional teams time to collaborate and to develop quality prompts • Stockpile successful A.R.T. plans and incorporate them into the school's curriculum map • Hire and / or bring in practicing artists to participate • And, most importantly, get excited - as though you had just seen a narwhal tusk for the first time!

In their article, «Lost at Sea: New Teachers» Experiences with Curriculum and Assessment,» which appears in the current issue of Teachers College Record, researchers from HGSE's Project on the Next Generation of Teachers reported that few of the 50 first - and second - year teachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state standardIn their article, «Lost at Sea: New Teachers» Experiences with Curriculum and Assessment,» which appears in the current issue of Teachers College Record, researchers from HGSE's Project on the Next Generation of Teachers reported that few of the 50 first - and second - year teachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state stTeachers» Experiences with Curriculum and Assessment,» which appears in the current issue of Teachers College Record, researchers from HGSE's Project on the Next Generation of Teachers reported that few of the 50 first - and second - year teachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state Curriculum and Assessment,» which appears in the current issue of Teachers College Record, researchers from HGSE's Project on the Next Generation of Teachers reported that few of the 50 first - and second - year teachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state standardin the current issue of Teachers College Record, researchers from HGSE's Project on the Next Generation of Teachers reported that few of the 50 first - and second - year teachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state stTeachers College Record, researchers from HGSE's Project on the Next Generation of Teachers reported that few of the 50 first - and second - year teachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state stTeachers reported that few of the 50 first - and second - year teachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state stteachers who participated in the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state standardin the study began teaching with a clear, detailed curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state curriculum in hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state standardin hand and even fewer received curricula that aligned with state standards.

Teachers and school leaders could facilitate this opportunity by: a) setting aside specific time for students to engage in this form of design - based education, for instance, by establishing design and innovation labs; b) infusing in the curriculum opportunities for students to establish links to this activity; c) structuring opportunities to inspire students to study and solve a problem, for instance showcasing current and past students» exemplary projects; d) providing opportunities for students to present their projects to an authentic audience of peers and members of the community; and e) not telling students what projects to work on by staying hands - off.

BOOK Access 90 activities from the 5 Teacher Resource Books for Grades 7 - 8 Hands - on activities that model concrete representations of abstract mathematical concepts Teacher support that provides in - depth discussions of mathematical content Easy - to - use resources that offer classroom - tested lesson plans targeting big ideas of math INDEX Introduction of manipulatives and their uses by Marilyn Burns Organized by manipulative and strand Comprehensive scope and sequence aligns activities with any existing curriculum INCLUDES Activity Index 5 Super Source Books including — Number Geometry Measurement Patterns / Functions Probability / Statistics

For 2010 Teacher of the Year Sarah Wessling, the poll confirms that «as much as we need standards to guide us and curriculum to inspire us, we want our children in the capable hands of dedicated professionals who meet our children exactly where they are: yearning to be recognized for their uniqueness and challenged to realize their potential.»

Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of this position is to implement STEM / hands - on, project based learning in collaboration with teachers to promote interdisciplinary STEM activities into Overbrook's core curriculum.

At that point, in the fall of 2013, there were full math and English curricula recommended by New York State, but teachers still had to create PowerPoint presentations, slides and hand - outs that they would use in the lessons.

The major cognitive deficits that accompany mild disabilities are problems usually associated with reading and math (for example, reading comprehension, spelling, oral recitation, hand eye coordination, computation, and visual spatial orientation), so special education teachers and administrators may not see the pertinence of addressing these deficits in the social studies curriculum.

Now, a growing body of research shows that high - quality curricula in the hands of effective teachers have a positive impact on student learning.

Quality standards - driven curriculum in the hands of a skilled teacher results in measurable increases in student engagement and outcomes.

On the other hand, this same wealth of resources threatens to bury teachers with the burden of selecting, organizing, and using those resources in lessons that are suitable for their classrooms and aligned to district curriculum maps.

It is our hypothesis that, by putting feedback and aligned materials directly in teachers» hands, our intervention can provide a true test of the impact of coherent, aligned curricula on teachers» practices and students» learning.

On one hand, the Internet is a boon because of the wealth of resources and information available for teachers to use in building more relevant and engaging curriculum.

On the other hand, this same of wealth of resources threatens to bury teachers with the burden of selecting, organizing, and using those resources in lessons that are suitable for their classrooms and aligned to district curriculum maps.

Her Teacher's Guide for Picture Book Month, Why Picture Books Belong in Our Classrooms, validates the use of picture books across EVERY curriculum and provides teachers with a hands on approach to adapt any picture book for educational use.

Comedy traffic schools, like IMPROV Traffic School, employ a special breed of instructors, best classified as teacher / stand - up comedian hybrids, who take what could be, in other hands, a boring tedious must - get - through curriculum, and turn it into several hours of laugh - while - you - learn driver remediation.

They will serve as a helping hand for senior teachers and help them in developing curriculum, lesson plans, collecting teaching materials, taking attendance of students, and improving intelligence quotient in students.

• Assist the lead teacher with curriculum development and lesson planning • Ensure that the lesson plans are purposeful and age appropriate • Work with the lead teacher to plan and implement study programs aimed at meeting the individual needs of the students • Encourage student enthusiasm for learning processes by working with each student on an individual basis • Observe students» behavior and progress on a regular basis • Work with the lead teacher to recognize and address learning problems • Assist the lead teacher in developing reasonable classroom rules in accordance to the school guidelines • Evaluate students periodically to determine progress and need for intervention • Handle student record management tasks • Assist lead teachers in make needed adjustments to the instructional program • Prepare bulletin board displays in accordance to the lead teachers» instructions • Tutor students in groups and individually in order to enforce concepts taught in class • Assist students with assignments or in understanding difficult concepts • Supervise students during instruction and in the absence of the lead teacher • Organize and supervise games during activity time • Assist students during lunch time and with their toileting needs • Handle instruction resource research activities and hand out materials to students • Take and record class attendance • Assist students in embarking and disembarking from the school bus • Operate and maintain audio - visual equipment from special class projects

• Track record of instructing students about basic sketching and contouring techniques • Well versed in evaluating students» work, charting their progress, grading assignments and guiding them regarding their weaknesses appropriately • Hands - on experience in curriculum development, lesson planning and implementation with aid of modern and effective AV aids and instructional strategies • Expert in instructing students about working in various modes including pastels, oil colors, water colors, fabric paints, charcoal and pencil • Adept at creating and maintaining a highly stimulating, inspiring and multicultural classroom environment • Proven ability to introduce novel forms of art and inculcate the same in the curriculum effectively • Demonstrated ability to enhance creativity among students by encouraging innovation, novelty and originality in their pieces of art • Familiar with various kinds of pixel sheets, sketching paper and art material, fully capable of determining age specific art material and techniques, suitable for assigned level and grades of children • Known for initiating, designing and implementing various art contests at the school to encourage a general appreciation for art among students • Competent at identifying course goals and fulfilling the same in collaboration with students, teachers and parents • Proven skills in lesson planning, curriculum implementation, technique instruction, practice facilitation and assignment communication • Profound knowledge of various advanced level 3D effect art techniques • Strong classroom management, organization and discipline control skills • Profound ability to devise innovative learning and instructional techniques to facilitate effective transfer of skill and knowledge • Proficient in use of computer to aid art work, familiar with various graphic designing and drawing enhancement software

Strengths • Highly skilled in handling classroom management activities to ensure that students are actively listening and responding • Ability to implement lesson plans in sync with core curriculum objectives and goals • Qualified to handle distressed students in an empathetic manner • Exceptional communication skills aimed at providing students with help in understanding class concepts • Adept at providing individual attention to students struggling with complex concepts • Proficient in handling large groups of students during outdoor activities and special projects • Hands - on experience in instructing students in the absence of lead teacher • Proven ability to handle classroom emergencies by responding in a prompt manner

KEY QUALIFICATIONS • Over 2 years» experience working as a Child Care Teacher • Highly skilled in preparing developmentally appropriate lesson plans for little children • Hands on experience in planning and implementing a Creative Curriculum Model • In depth knowledge of ways of stimulating children's interest in activities • Proficient in managing each child according to individual circumstances • Excellent understanding of child development and early childhood theories • First aid and CPR Certifiin preparing developmentally appropriate lesson plans for little children • Hands on experience in planning and implementing a Creative Curriculum Model • In depth knowledge of ways of stimulating children's interest in activities • Proficient in managing each child according to individual circumstances • Excellent understanding of child development and early childhood theories • First aid and CPR Certifiin planning and implementing a Creative Curriculum Model • In depth knowledge of ways of stimulating children's interest in activities • Proficient in managing each child according to individual circumstances • Excellent understanding of child development and early childhood theories • First aid and CPR CertifiIn depth knowledge of ways of stimulating children's interest in activities • Proficient in managing each child according to individual circumstances • Excellent understanding of child development and early childhood theories • First aid and CPR Certifiin activities • Proficient in managing each child according to individual circumstances • Excellent understanding of child development and early childhood theories • First aid and CPR Certifiin managing each child according to individual circumstances • Excellent understanding of child development and early childhood theories • First aid and CPR Certified

MAJOR QUALIFICATIONS • Proven record of assisting the lead teacher in preschool instruction and observation • Hands on experience of curriculum development and implementation under the supervision of a lead teacher • In depth knowledge of planning and conducting activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time • Highly experienced in establishing clear objectives for all lessons and uniin preschool instruction and observation • Hands on experience of curriculum development and implementation under the supervision of a lead teacher • In depth knowledge of planning and conducting activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time • Highly experienced in establishing clear objectives for all lessons and uniIn depth knowledge of planning and conducting activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time • Highly experienced in establishing clear objectives for all lessons and uniin establishing clear objectives for all lessons and units

• Assisted lead teacher in formulating curriculum and lesson plans • Provided support in imparting education based on lesson plans • Managed lessons and student behavior in the absence of the lead teacher • Ensured that all educational materials are handed out to the students • Assisted the lead teacher in grading papers • Assisted students during lunchtime and during outdoor activities

PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS • Over 13 years of experience working as a teacher for third and fourth graders • Highly skilled in creating flexible elementary grade programs and classroom environment fit for learning • Hands on experience in instilling strong moral codes in students through unorthodox teaching practices • In - depth knowledge of grade - appropriate curriculum development and implementatiin creating flexible elementary grade programs and classroom environment fit for learning • Hands on experience in instilling strong moral codes in students through unorthodox teaching practices • In - depth knowledge of grade - appropriate curriculum development and implementatiin instilling strong moral codes in students through unorthodox teaching practices • In - depth knowledge of grade - appropriate curriculum development and implementatiin students through unorthodox teaching practices • In - depth knowledge of grade - appropriate curriculum development and implementatiIn - depth knowledge of grade - appropriate curriculum development and implementation

Lyman Hall High & Highland Elementary (Wallingford, CT) 9/2004 — 6/2005 Social Work Internship • Led a multi-disciplinary team in curriculum implementation, data gathering, and progress assessments • Planned and worked with Division Director and Program Coordinator in the development of new programs • Provided hands - on supervision to teacher's assistant during student activities and teaching sessions