Sentences with phrase «materials in the hands of teachers»

There has been a lot of press about the need to have more well - aligned mathematics instructional materials in the hands of teachers and students; however, recent reviews like EdReports show that few publisher - produced options are actually fully - aligned.

Not exact matches

He works with K - 12 teachers to create broadly dispersed education materials in the fields of nanotechnology and energy conservation, from hands - on engineering competitions to nanotechnology - inspired art displays.

I knew that, in the middle of the mess, I had reached a good balance between student independence and teacher instruction, between hands - on experience and historical material, when one of my students looked up and said, «Mrs. Pang, this is fun!

The teacher, on the other hand, is relieved of the obligation to present new material in class, and the time thus saved can be used for creative discussions or solving problems.

For The Record Los Angeles Times Wednesday, February 01, 2012 Home Edition Main News Part A Page 15 Editorial Desk 1 inches; 32 words Type of Material: Correction Education: A byline on a Jan. 29 Op - Ed about teachers having a hand in a new LAUSD evaluation system was incorrect in some editions.

The researchers found that the higher the number of struggling students, who scored in the bottom 15 percent in kindergarten, in a first - grade teacher's classroom, the more likely the teachers were to use manipulatives (hands - on materials), calculators, music and movement (See Table 3 on page 12 in the study).

It was causing us all kinds of headaches — some parents felt there was too much; others, not enough, and teachers were struggling to find appropriate material and dedicate time to mark the work when it was handed in.

The new ETA hand2mind Hands - On Mathematics Toolkits provide how - to resources and manipulatives that allow teachers at all levels to explore hands - on materials in their own learning as well as in the process of lesson preparaHands - On Mathematics Toolkits provide how - to resources and manipulatives that allow teachers at all levels to explore hands - on materials in their own learning as well as in the process of lesson preparahands - on materials in their own learning as well as in the process of lesson preparation.

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.

The concept is simple: Rather than instruct students throughout the school day and expect them to put the material into practice in the form of homework, have them do the practical, hands - on work at school, under teachers» supervision and at their own pace.

While many of the Common Core standards are developmentally inappropriate and neither Connecticut's public school teachers nor our public school students have been given the appropriate time and materials to «transition» to these new standards, the punishing Common Core test will occur starting in March unless the Connecticut General Assembly moves quickly to dismantle the massive testing apparatus or parents take matters into their own hands and opt their children out of taking the inappropriate tests.

On the other hand, teachers and educators are in dire need for new educational materials while parents and their children are looking for imported titles to add variety to their reading list and broadening their understanding of various world cultures.»

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

• Hands - on experience in providing assistance with individualized instruction through well - placed instructional strategies • Skilled in effectively applying methods for enhancing students» working knowledge of core concepts • Excellent skills in recognizing, describing and reporting student behavior and academic progress • Unmatched ability to impart instruction at the student's level of comprehension • Proficient in using a variety of technological tools to communicate with students and provide them with information on complex topics • Adept at recognizing patterns of human development and benchmarks that are typically achieved at different ages • Demonstrated expertise in designing and using age - appropriate materials for instructional enforcement • Documented success in establishing positive relationships with students to promote student self - esteem • Proven ability to mediate student conflicts and handle behavior management duties • Qualified to use appropriate strategies and techniques to provide dedicated instructional support • Able to effectively conduct small group and individualized instruction as part of the class instruction program • Special talent for assisting teachers with planning and organizing instructional activities and developing classroom procedures • Track record of demonstrating awareness of and respect for diversity amongst students • Proven record of applying disciplinary directives in an impartial and consistent manner

• 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