Fri, Apr 17, 2015 12:23 PM in Science Not Really a Subject
I agree that integration of science is one of the best ways to make sure it gets included in the daily instruction. I really love the idea of the unit your professor planned. I'm Currently placed in a fourth grade classroom and wish I would have seen this post sooner! I think that is a fabulous lesson idea. I love the way it ties in with all the other subjects as well.
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Fri, Apr 17, 2015 12:12 PM in FACTS: Formative Assessment Classroom Techniques - Let's Share!
I love the idea of the one minute paper! I've used exit tickets before and have gotten some valuable information about what the students have retained from the lesson. But I like that the one minute paper gives students the choice to write about the most important, or most confusing, thing they learned today. I think that is a great way to give students control of their own learning. I can definit...
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Thu, Apr 16, 2015 8:00 PM in 1st year teachers and parents
I agree, I am starting to apply for positions as well. That is one concern of mine; parents not respecting me enough because I am still young and relatively inexperienced. I do believe you have to be confident and sure in yourself before anyone will respect you and take you seriously. I think letting the parents know from the start that you will do anything to see their child succeed is a great wa...
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