"Different forms of assessment are definitely important. I feel the same way you do, testing gives me anxiety and I can do poorly on a test even if I know the subject material. As a teacher you'll always be watching your…"
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Getting kids motivated and keeping their interest- fears as a new teacher
Started this discussion. Last reply by Briana Hernandez Apr 16, 2011. 7 Replies 0 Likes
One of my biggest fears as becoming a new teacher is getting kids motivated. How do you deal with students who refuse to do their work or learn? Are there any specific methods that could be used?…Continue
Testing and Forms of Assessment
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kristin Clausen Apr 17, 2011. 9 Replies 0 Likes
As a student studying to become a teacher I was wondering if anyone could give me insight as to other methods of assessing student's mastery of subject material. Personally, I have always been a…Continue
Problem- Focused Learning
Started this discussion. Last reply by Briana Hernandez Apr 16, 2011. 10 Replies 0 Likes
As a student studying to become a teacher, one method that we have been focusing on is problem-focused learning. This method involves presenting a topic and having students find as many ways to solve…Continue
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Veronica Gutierrez replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Testing and Forms of Assessment"Traditional pencil and paper tests are definitely not the only way to assess children as I have learned through my semesters in student teaching. One great way to assess students is to let them express what they have learned about a particular…"
Briana Hernandez replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Testing and Forms of Assessment"I think this idea can be introduced really well in a technology class. Introduce the certain project to the students and have them begin to build on it, make something over a topic of their choice and represent the different aspects that the program…"
Briana Hernandez replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"I think that this can be implemented into the classroom in every aspect. Its a great way to get students talking, and get them involved in learning. Students feed off of other students and often times find that when being told by someone in their…"
Briana Hernandez replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Getting kids motivated and keeping their interest- fears as a new teacher"I think you have some great questions that can be answered in many different ways. I remember back in elementary and even high school where the teachers would motivate us into doing our work so that at the end of the month (or certain amount of…"
Crystal Salazar replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Getting kids motivated and keeping their interest- fears as a new teacher"All of these methods and strategies sound great!! I do agree with you though Katy... Everything in the classroom revolves around the teacher and their personal style. Relating to the students is crucial. Make connections and get their input in all…"
Christina replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Getting kids motivated and keeping their interest- fears as a new teacher"There are a few things you can do to keep your students interested and motivated. Get creative with your lesson plans. Try to change things up so they don’t get use to doing thing same thing all the time. Plan hands-on activities that the…"
Elizabeth Blum replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"thanks so much for the ideas... they will come in handy!"
Elizabeth Blum replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"thanks so much for the link... it was useful!"
Elizabeth Blum replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Testing and Forms of Assessment"Thanks so much... I appreciate the ideas!"
Larry B replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Testing and Forms of Assessment"You could think about implementing more authentic forms of assessment that cater to a students talents. For example, if a student is a gifted artist, then allow them to create a drawing or painting and then explain it to the class how ti encompasses…"
Catherine Smith replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"I would suggest using webquest type activities so students can use digital literacy skills to accomplish what they need to do. They can also practice 21st century skills of researching online to solve problems or cases presented. I would…"
Matt McGoldrick replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"Our county has been doing a lot of work with the Critical Thinking Consortium, an organization that focuses on embedding critical thinking in to the existing curriculum. A lot of what they talk about is "problem-solving teaching"…"
Elizabeth Blum replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"Thank you this helped a lot! We have been learning about "design thinking" within some of my education classes!"
Elizabeth Blum replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"Thank you very much the videos are helpful!"
Jessica Pilgreen replied to Elizabeth Blum's discussion Problem- Focused Learning"This reminds me a lot of the concept of "Design Thinking". This past February, I was able to attend a seminar on design thinking and the women who led the seminar (consultants from Lime Design) focused on celebrating failure…"
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