Sentences with phrase «students during classroom discussions»

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Most schools have their share of math and science students who ace standardized tests, thrive during classroom discussions, and excel on independent research projects — who, in short, conquer every academic task thrown their way.

The second group was intended to replicate the typical collegiate classroom environment, with students using Internet - enabled technology at will during lecture and discussion.

Not exclusively for the classroom, students can also use SoundNote during group work or discussion and while conducting interviews for assignments or research.

Nurture students» speaking and listening skills with strategies that ask them to draw upon texts during meaningful — and respectful — classroom discussions.

Some principals, however, reported that student performance data (particularly formative data at the classroom level) related to targeted schoolimprovement goals (e.g., for reading, writing) did enter into their discussions with teachers during regular teacher supervision processes.

At the end of each five - minute segment during the classroom observations, observers coded instances of interactions observed during that segment, using these categories: coaching / scaffolding, modeling, engaging students in recitation, engaging students in discussion, explaining how to do something, or telling students information.

It was a function of the perceived value of strategies and tools introduced during the PLC (e.g., 5E model, cooperative learning strategies, assessment probes, observing student learning in the classroom) and the small and large group discussion occurring every day we met.

Grades 1 — 5 — This free classroom activity includes before -, during -, and after - reading prompts and instructions to help teachers guide a discussion about how it feels to be excluded and what students can do to help.

When I establish norms with my students, we focus on what language is and isn't acceptable during classroom collaboration and discussion and the responsibility that each student has in contributing to their own learning and the learning of others.

And teachers are not limited to the classroom: during their free periods, they can often be seen engaging in intensive discussions and intellectual dialogues with their students.

Duncan met with students and teachers during classroom visits, held roundtable discussions with administrators and educators to discuss school turnaround efforts, and participated in town hall meetings.

This individualization often goes well beyond the creation of classroom rules and routines — it includes what texts and topics are studied in depth, how student grades are calculated, what type of contribution is welcomed during class discussions, the extent to which technology tools are integrated into the classroom, whether students are required to conduct research, and how much homework is necessary to further student development.

TIP 4: ENCOURAGE LEARNING I always like to ensure that there is an academic purpose to all aspects of classroom activities, so, as a classroom leader, I ask students to use academic vocabulary and to utilize their prior learned knowledge during discussions.

During a visit to the school, I saw classroom discussions and activities that promoted students» awareness of their social conditions and prompted them to read and write about their lives and realities within their communities.

The following free classroom activity includes before -, during -, and after - reading prompts and instructions to help teachers guide a discussion about how it feels to be excluded and what students can do to help.

NSU Teacher Education Program Candidate Regularly assumed role of lead teacher; Supervised an average of 23 students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, schoolyards and on field trips; Enforced the school's student discipline code to deal with problem situations; Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times; Determined student strengths and weaknesses through STAR testing and weekly assessments; Nurtured students» desire to meet and / or surpass their Accelerated Reader goal; Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations; Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literary discussions; Differentiated instruction for individual student needs; Encouraged personal responsibility while maintaining positive learning environment for all learners; Maintained communication between school and parents via student planners, and parent / teacher conferences.

Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress.Implemented a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.Set and communicated ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility.Identified early signs of emotional, developmental and health problems in students and followed up with the teacher.Tutored children individually and in small groups to help them with difficult subjects.Taught after - school and summer enrichment programs.Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.Mentored and counseled students with adjustment and academic problems.Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and volunteers.Took appropriate disciplinary measures when students misbehaved.Improved students» reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics.Enhanced reading skills through the use of children's literature, reader's theater and story time.Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.Taught students to exercise problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development.Encouraged students to explore issues in their lives and in the world around them.Employed a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction textual materials to encourage students to read independently.