My best professional development has been a result
of collaboration with classroom teachers.
Not exact matches
Madeleine emphasized the importance
of collaboration and communication; addressing barriers
with teachers and principals who express resistance to in -
classroom breakfast, and using the facts about breakfast — it improves test scores, and can be implemented
with minimal additional work for everyone involved — to create support for the program.
A group
of classroom teachers from schools
with newly created
teacher leadership positions told delegates how educators in the new positions are nurturing
collaboration and professional growth among their colleagues.
In response to administrators» and
teachers» worries about the vocabulary skills
of Boston Public School students, a group
of researchers and educators — assembled by the Strategic Education Research Partnership (SERP) in
collaboration with the Boston Public Schools, and directed by Harvard Graduate School
of Education Professor Catherine Snow — designed a curriculum supplement called Word Generation, for sixth - to eighth - grade
classrooms.
The program is housed in a single
classroom with five rows
of individual computer stations, a desk for the
teacher at the back
of the room, and a few small tables for
collaboration.
«The research for our paper focused on first - grade
classrooms in the Boston Public Schools, and we were very pleased to be part
of a successful
collaboration with the students,
teachers, and administrators in Boston,» Tivnan says.
WTTW in Chicago takes a look at Intrinsic Schools, a Chicago charter school that uses blended learning and puts lots
of students in one big pod, a large
classroom with flexible furniture that a
teacher can reorganize to create spaces for independent work,
collaboration, instruction, and 1 - on - 1 time
with teachers.
Behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans developed in
collaboration with classroom teachers help to make the inclusion
of children
with disruptive behaviors possible.
Our core substantive findings cohere
with results from the last three decades
of education technology research: Most wikis reproduced typical
classroom dynamics: the majority
of wikis disseminated
teacher content rather than nurturing student voice and supported individual activity rather than
collaboration.
The principal introduces, • Instructional challenges (importance
of knowing about challenges at different proficiency levels; highlights the needs
of beginner, intermediate, and advanced ELLs) • ESL in Content Area: Beginner / intermediate proficiency: ESL Push - In (specific use
of ESL
teachers with certification in a content area to support both language acquisition and learning content so that students do not fall behind) • ESL Instructional Period: Advanced proficiency (content instruction in English
with supported ESL
teacher to strengthen language skills) • Co-teaching model (ESL
teacher «push - in»
with a
classroom teacher to deliver content
with ESL support;
teachers plan and share instructional role; high levels
of collaboration and co-learning)
The Learning Through the Arts (LTTA) program aims to revitalize elementary education by increasing engagement
of students through arts integrated curricula developed by professional teaching artists in
collaboration with classroom teachers.
If all phases
of Tier 2
of the RtI process have been conducted
with fidelity, the BIT, in
collaboration with the
classroom teacher, should consider one
of the following next steps:
The program, in
collaboration with the Charter College
of Education, California State University, Los Angeles, offers
teachers an apprenticeship model
of co-teaching alongside outstanding mentor
teachers in
classrooms within our partner districts; Los Angeles Unified School District, Montebello Unified School District, Alhambra Unified School District and Green Dot Public Schools.
We know that the work
of Teaching Artists in
collaboration with arts and non-arts
classroom teachers is critical to making this happen, and we know the need for experienced teaching artists to do this work is expanding as a building body
of research identifies positive school - wide effects
of arts integration.
As part
of the Music - in - Education National Consortium, El Dorado's Music Learning Leadership Staff (administration,
classroom and music
teachers) received monthly professional development in a) M+MI curriculum unit design based on fundamental concepts
of literacy shared between music and language, b) teaching for transfer strategies, c) music and music integration literacy skill assessment, and d) action research based documentation
of student learning through
collaboration with MuST, MIENC guided practices consultants, and SF Opera.
In
collaboration with our partner, Texas A&M University — Commerce, we prepare effective
classroom teachers to ensure all students regardless
of zip code are provided
with a high quality education.
This collection
of papers was written to address two purposes: (a) to provide
teachers in preservice LD preparation programs
with an overview
of validated practices that have been proven effective for children
with language learning disabilities, and (b) to provide regular education
teachers preparing to enter the field or already in the
classroom with knowledge about validated teaching strategies so that they can work more effectively in
collaboration with an LD consultant.
Note: If you are interested in having your students read all
of Farewell to Manzanar, possibly in
collaboration with the literature
teachers in your school, you can borrow
classroom sets
of the book from Facing History's library.
«One benefit
of sustained PD may be the opportunity for
teachers to continue their learning outside the formal meetings
of the program, whether in their own
classroom, in
collaboration with colleagues, or by less formal means.
He believes
collaboration in person and online is essential to address
teacher burnout and offset the potentially daunting experience
of working
with students alone in a
classroom all day.
In
collaboration with their state and school district,
teacher preparation programs should provide prospective
teachers with several opportunities to observe accomplished
teachers, gradually develop their skills in a
classroom setting, and receive valuable feedback from well - trained, skilled mentors
with track records
of success.
As we strive to implement strategies that promote systemic change, we must do so
with the goal that no matter where students are assigned, they have the benefit
of the thinking, expertise, and dedication
of all
teachers in that grade level or subject area; that they are part
of a school system that requires all
teachers to participate in learning teams that are provided regular time to plan, study, and problem solve together; and that this
collaboration ensures that great practices and high expectations spread across
classrooms, grade levels, and schools.
In
collaboration with The Black
Teacher Project, KIPP Philadelphia Schools is excited to offer you a session you will walk away from
with practical tools you can use to sustain yourselves both inside and outside
of the
classroom during these intense times.
«The SOAR framework, and the rich
classroom vignettes that bring the framework to life for
teachers, can support and accelerate two
of the most vital factors for student learning: rich and rigorous
classroom instruction coupled
with authentic professional
collaboration with teaching colleagues.»
Reader's Advisory — work one - on - one and in
collaboration with classroom teachers to help students find books
of interest at a comfortable reading level
I analyze pre - and post-tests,
classroom observations, student work, and
collaboration sessions
with the
teacher to describe design principles that emerged and characterize students» learning trajectories over the course
of the study.
Although there are tremendous benefits to using technology, my extensive
collaboration with and observation
of classroom teachers has helped me understand some
of the challenges
teachers face when attempting to bring technology into their
classroom.
Although there are tremendous benefits to using technology, my extensive
collaboration with and observation
of classroom teachers has helped me understand some
of the challenges
teachers face when attempting...
The perfect balance
of anytime, anywhere independent student work, student
collaboration, and
teacher - led instruction,
with ongoing opportunities to engage in
classroom discussion and debate
I have be present
with teachers during
collaboration, watched my colleagues teach, witnessed their lack
of pedagogical knowledge in the
classrooms and seen the issues that principals are faced
with when they try to hold
teachers accountable.
Research Building Support for English Language Learners: Strategies for Creating a School Culture
of Academic Success (PDF) This research brief released by Center for Schools and Communities
with funding provided by the Pennsylvania Department
of Education, identifies key strategies that principals and other educational leaders can use to foster
collaboration among ESL specialists and content /
classroom teachers that support the academic achievement
of English learners.
A
classroom teacher described how she used a social networking platform to allow for
collaboration with a preservice
teacher in the hopes
of making student literary analysis more authentic for her high school seniors.
As we toured
classrooms observing the school's highly effective
teachers at work, Malka told me about the school's plans for the future - her impending move into a new school facility being developed in
collaboration with Pacific Charter School Development and the anticipated opening
of a new middle school in response to requests from parents to expand her offerings.
HIGHLY EFFECTIVE School Library leaders design, deliver and support intellectually rigorous and coherent systems
of curriculum, instruction and assessment in
collaboration with classroom teachers and administration to assure each learner's academic and / or professional success and well - being.
A central theme
of the Avenues curriculum is global
collaboration, so our students and
teachers love to connect
with classrooms around the world.
Osorio, in
collaboration with a group
of teachers, students, parents, and neighbors created an art project inside a Tyler School
of Art
classroom which incorporated objects gathered from the closed Fairhill School building.
Carried out roles and responsibilities related to instruction
of district media / technology outcomes, instructional
collaboration with classroom teachers, and district media / technology curriculum development.
• 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
• Highly skilled in providing direction to students and enable them to study independently • Well versed in utilizing various instructional equipment and Audio Visual Aids effectively to reinforce learning in the
classroom • Proficient in designing and implementing supportive learning activities in
collaboration with the
teacher • Competent at handling and addressing behavioral problems in young learners and enhancing motivation to learn • Thorough understanding
of various cognitive and psychosocial developmental milestones connected
with child's age along
with associated needs • Hands on experience in activity moderation,
teacher's assistance and progress record keeping • Substantial knowledge
of various behavior control techniques and strategies • Efficient in designing and executing individualized correctional programs • Proven ability to devise need based learning strategies for physically or mentally challenged children • Demonstrated skills in
classroom organization, testing and evaluation • Track record
of conducting reinforcement lessons in small groups, covering core subjects including English, math and basic sciences • Excellent skills in analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness
of designed program and changing the instructional strategies based on the learner's response and progress • Expert in maintaining updated and fully structured
classroom bulletin boards to facilitate learning • Adept at determining Individualized learning goals for each student and gauging progress in learning • Well practiced in communicating home assignments to students, answering their queries regarding the same and marking the work done • Effective listening skills along
with profound ability to communicate clearly
with students, parents and
teachers involved