Monday, February 25, 2008

Module 4

How can the creation of a student sample help me clarify unit expectations and improve my instructional design?
It is more than an idea now. I have some proof or documentation of what I want my students to learn. I makes you think about your content.

How can I ensure students will achieve the learning objectives when creating their student projects?
Give them a checklist or rubric to give them ideas and stay on track.

Sunday, February 24, 2008

Module 3

How can I use the Internet to support my teaching and students' learning?
By doing research on the internet students will be able to find demonstrations, some cues, and videos.

How can I ensure responsibility and appropriate use of the Internet?
Giving the students a list of websites that they can visit and view. Setting students up in the classroom so I can view their screens as they are working.

Sunday, February 10, 2008

Module 2

How can Curriculum-Framing Questions help support my student' learning?
It gives the teacher exact information to present to your students. The students know exactly what they will be doing in class.

How can I plan ongoing students-centered assessment?
By using rubrics, and/or have the students make a quiz or tests. Students could also question each other and discus the questions.

Saturday, February 9, 2008

Module 1

How can projects help my students meet standards and develop 21st century skills?
I cooperating technology with the Physical Education curriculum. They will gain the knowledge to work together cooperatively, sharing information through the use of technology.

How can I use projects to enhance student learning?
Students are able to see a finished project and take ownership. Students will have learned how to work cooperatively, and gain information.

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Through the school year - 2/5/08

Even though teaching is fun, it becomes hectic and crazy. OH yes, the students have a blast until that day comes when the class has to sit down and not participate because of those 2 students that cannot be quiet and listen to directions. This really irritates the students that are great listeners and care about learning new activities and games. But then again, when you get done explaining to the class that we need to be good listeners, show respect, and good sportsmanship, those lovely students start talking again. Then I think to myself, "what's going on????" It is going to be one of those days! Today was one of those days!