...How my thinking about teaching GCSE maths re-sits has changed during the course. My thinking about teaching GCSE maths re-sits has changed in that I’m more focused on improving the learning of my students. Simplistically, before it may have been a case of “What do they need to know?” and then relaying what the student needs to know for that particular subject, in a clear and concise manner, which may have been “got” by most students, but then they would have forgot the method shortly afterwards when it came to a formative or a summative assessment. Now I’m more determined to help students learn in a way that is going to be enjoyable to them and help them remember what they need to for the exam. This will involve doing more kinaesthetic and visual activities as a lot of learners learn by doing. Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) The course has introduced me to Hodder Education’s range of books called ‘Making Sense of Maths’ for KS3 and KS4 (http://www.hoddereducation.co.uk/makingsenseofmaths). Mr Gough, a maths teacher and one of the authors of the aforementioned book(s) states the following: “My experience of teaching GCSE Foundation Tier is that by the time they get to KS4 they’ve already covered most of the content and they’re having the same content repeated in the same way that they found difficult in the first place so my experience of using this approach is that it seemed very different to them and it reinvigorated their interest in maths and they were very...
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...Math 217 Teaching Project Instructions Write a lesson plan that teaches a concept we have learned in Math 217, but modify it to be appropriate for a certain grade level. Do not use any of the activities that we do in class. Be creative. Your lesson plan should include objectives, state the Virginia SOL that it corresponds with, grade level the lesson is designed to be used with and the time the activity would take. Write up the body of the lesson plan with enough details that another teacher could recreate the lesson without difficulty. It is not necessary to include every word that you would say while teaching the lesson. If any worksheet, papers, cards, etc are needed in the lesson, include copies of templates. Also, keep everything in electronic form as well. Math 217 Teaching Project Spring 2015 Name: Nathan Munson | Date: 4/23/2014 | Grade Level: Kindergarten | Time allowed for project: 15 minutes | Objective:Students will be able to identify and draw circles, squares, rectangles, and triangles of varying sizes with 4/4 accuracy. | Virginia SOL:Geometry K.11: The student willa) identify, describe, and trace plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle);andb) compare the size (larger, smaller) and shape of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle,square, and rectangle). | Instructions/Steps in Activity:Students will be introduced and exposed to the identification and drawing of 4 shapes through a project inspired by Piet Mondrian (A dutch...
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...Liberia. The investment strategy in the education of the Liberian youth must be approached with deep thought and concern. The traumatic psychological effects of a fifteen year war and unrest must be recognized when dealing with the minds of the young people of Liberia. Any thoughts of enlightenment and education must be evaluated wisely to ensure a smooth transition from the state of despair to one of hope and aspirations. A new educational system must be devised and new teaching methods prescribed to invigorate the youth of Liberia into believing in themselves as the only hope for the new Liberia. The single-mindedness of the task of nation building must be linked to having a sense of self-worth that would transcend individualistic gains and instead promote an interdependence of needs and wants for the good of the wholesome functioning society, Liberia. The curriculum in all schools must insure that this indoctrination is carried out in the most positive and forthright manner. The question then is what teaching methods...
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...Final Paper Magean Black Liberty University Teachers now days have so many tools available to use to help teach math. “The teaching of mathematics has changed dramatically in one particular are in the past ten years, the use of technology” (Ridener & Fritzer p. 96).Giving the students a new way of learning, instead of just hearing their teacher talk will help the student get involved in wanting to learn. Not all children learn by just listening to the teacher talk. Using concrete objects and technology is very helpful for teaching math and it also is good for the kinetic learners. Keeping up with technology and the latest trends will help teachers keep their students attention in learning. One tool that I like to use a lot and will use when I start teaching is the Cuisenaire rods. Cuisenaire rods are rods that come in ten different sizes and come in different colors including: white, red, green, purple, yellow, dark green, black, brown, blue, and orange. You can either provide them for all the students or you can have one set and let the children make their own, that way they can use them at home. Cuisenaire rods give the children a range of opportunity to learn in math in a hands -on approach, weather the subject be fractions, measurements, or multiplication. One way that you can teach your students using the Cuisenaire rods are when teaching fractions. Fractions are always tough for most students to understand and having this tool will give them different ways...
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...years. Mrs. Molosky is very knowledgeable and has had much experience in teaching both subjects. Mrs. Molosky challenges the students to think independently and to come to know the world through its marvel and its ancestors. The classes in the school are crowded and full of diversity, therefore not only was I able to observe the higher level classes but I was fortunate to observe the lower classes which consisted of Learning Support and ESL students. The science class was very enlightening and attention-grabbing to say the least because Mrs. Molosky had to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of the different levels. Every 2-3 weeks the teacher replaces one subject with the other depending on the depth of the information within the chapter and the rate at which the students grasp the material. At this time Mrs. Molosky was teaching a unit in Science called “The Solar System and Beyond”. During my observing of this unit of instruction, I was able to compile the information needed to respond to the questions within the module. The following is the information: Were other content areas such as reading, writing, math and technology integrated into the science lesson by the teacher? Yes, the teacher did integrate the content area of Reading by using compare and contrast, sequence, categorizing and classifying information, and drawing conclusions. The subject area of Math was applied through teaching how to calculate the distance in astronomical units in the Solar System...
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...to Money and Financial maths. With a logical approach, students are able to gain a clear understanding of the concepts and at their own pace, are able to participate in class discussions and reflect on this. Direct instruction allows for frequent observations on student progress with feedback provided for students who are not seated in the higher level of understanding in the class. Small group work is initiated in lesson 3 with students working together in teams of three to solve word problems. Working in these small groups promotes deeper learning and enhances the students’ social skill whilst allowing students to work together and demonstrate their level of understanding for Money and Financial maths. Measures to Differentiate There are a number of different levels of academic ability throughout the class, one student diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and one visually impaired student. In order to cater for the diversity of these students, clear and concise instructions are given at the beginning and end of each lesson as well as a teacher aide in the class to assist students where needed and allow the teacher to give each student their own feedback. Further assistance in catering for the diverse classroom is the teacher and the conduction of equality amongst each student, this means that all resources that are used must be considered, for example; do they cater for a diverse range of learning abilities? A number of teaching methods are used as the...
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...aAlthough some people may argue that teaching is not a real profession, there are several factors that prove otherwise. Factors that define teaching as a profession include: • A specialized body of knowledge: Every day teachers teach students a specific subject or subjects, such as Math, Science, History, or Reading. Teachers are also responsible for knowing how to maintain an effective classroom environment and they must have knowledge of how children think and act. • Emphasis on decision making: Teachers are required to make decisions constantly throughout the day. They are responsible for deciding that types of lessons need to be taught and how to teach them. Teachers also have to decide how to react to students, for example teachers must decide how to discipline a student with poor conduct. • Reflection: Teachers have to constantly analyze and self-criticize their own teaching methods to determine their effectiveness. They must go over each lesson that they’ve taught and ask themselves whether or not the students understood it. A teacher can look over test scores or papers to determine if the lesson was taught accurately. • Autonomy: Teachers also have to use their own personal judgment to make decisions every day. Although states and districts set standards for curriculum and assessments, teachers make the direct decisions involved with teaching. Teachers must determine how much time should be spent on each subject and the best way to teach it. • Ethical standards for...
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...experience at school and it is also so for these young children. The curriculum I have chosen is for the age group of pre-kindergarteners. Preschool education is very important because well as we know it is our very first step into the next twelve years of school education. At such a young age children look up to their parents and teachers to help guide them by giving them information that will be helpful in their future education experiences. These kids are expecting this information so it will help them succeed. It is our job as teachers to make sure that these students are understanding the information we are feeding them in science, math, fine arts, and reading. I have many ideas in mind for my teaching in my preschool class. I will incorporate at least two examples of activities that I would practice with the class that coincide with the teaching philosophies. Many of...
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...Pre-Course Work Q1. Describe what your role, responsibilities and boundaries would be as a teacher / tutor in terms of the teaching / training cycle. Note - FENTO (The standards body before LLUK) described the teaching cycle as follows for each group of students:- a. Assessing the learners needs b. Planning and preparing teaching and learning programmes for groups and individuals c. Developing and using a range of teaching and learning techniques Managing the learning process d. Providing the learners with support e. Assessing the outcomes of learning and learners achievements f. Reflecting upon and evaluating one’s own performance and planning future practice g. Meeting professional requirements. A1. A tutor is responsible for all of the above aspects: * Pre –Course be aware of the level of knowledge, experience and competence of the candidates * Planning and preparation of the course. Aims and objectives must be met, how long the course is, the information to be taught and how it will be assessed. * Different teaching styles to meet the needs of the candidates as different styles suit some better than others and be prepared to adapt. * Management of the process be prepared to adapt training to fit the needs of the delegates, confirm knowledge throughout with assessments. * Tutor support throughout the course; be prepared to give help and guidance to the individuals. Question and answer sessions, what maybe obvious...
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...Classroom Visitation Travis Laird Grand Canyon University Mr. Chad Segersten EDA-551 Supervision and Instructional Leadership 12 June 2013 Classroom Visitation The main purpose of the observation and visitation was to examine the teaching styles of a novice and veteran teacher. One of the main differences I was familiar with was the distinct age difference. Going into the visitations I was curious as to if the age difference would show through their teaching styles. Both settings were in a 5th grade classroom and within the same elementary school. The first visitation took me to an “older” style of classroom. This veteran teacher was very stern and was very set in procedures throughout the day. I noticed the classroom schedule was displayed in very large text and was located in an area that was very noticeable. The teacher presented a short ten to fifteen minute lessons in math. After she presented the lesson, students asked clarifying questions and then were set to work on a worksheet with partners. The teacher did not move throughout the room for assistance, but she did offer the chance for students to come to her for assistance. Examining the younger, novice teacher, I noted a completely different classroom environment. As I walked in, I noticed I was observing partway through the lesson. Students and teacher were both involved in classroom discussion. Students were working to formulate their own understanding and formula for solving for the area of a square...
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...Teaching Math in a Powerful Manner There are various ways to teach children math in a more powerful manner. Teachers need to understand that all children are unique and learn in various ways. In order to teach to the best of our abilities we need to teach them in the way they learn best. We also need to be sure that we are not lecturing our class. Lecturing a class is not teaching them, it is telling them what they need to know. We need to be sure that our teaching is intentional and relevant. If we want our students to do the best they can in our classroom then we need to teach in a more powerful manner. All children were raised differently and will learn math differently. It is our job as teachers to learn as much as we can about our students and their learning style preference. Some children prefer listening and some children are visual learners. Other children may prefer a tactile experience in the classroom. “Teachers must remember that while there are preferred input and output modalities, all children still need to develop their non preferred modalities. All these modes of input and output need to be used during lessons so that each child has the opportunity to use his or her strength and modality” (Tucker, 2006). It is our job to assess our students. We need to get to know them make sure that they know we care about them. We also need to be sure that our students know that we care about them and want them to succeed. When our children know that we have high expectations...
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...only to find out the next day that the students were confused. Although he took pride in his ability to teach math and received rave reviews from his principal, he realized there was something wrong. The achievement levels of his students were lower than they should be. Instead of blaming the students, he stepped back and began to examine himself. How was his teaching? This question led him into searching for and researching other methods of teaching math. He discovered the flaw in his method of teaching. He stated, “When I was in front of the class demonstrating and explaining, I was learning a great deal, but many of my students were not!” (2000). Reinhart decided to implement change in his teaching method. He had such a passion for his work and his students learning the concepts necessary for success in mathematics that he made it a goal to teach a topic in a better way than he had taught it before. This was a yearly goal and meant he would have to tread unfamiliar territory. Much of the material he gathered during his research suggested nontraditional methods of teaching. His oral and demonstrative instructional presentations would have to change. This was not easy at first but because he was determined to make a difference in his students’ lives, he persevered, and after about five years, Reinhart had almost changed not only the “what” but also the “how” in his teaching method (2000, p. 478). After discovering the flaw in his...
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...Induction and mentoring programs are a structured form of support for beginning educators. The two programs are linked together and complement each other for the security of lowering the attrition rate in beginning teachers. These two programs are offered to new teachers for a combination of support, new development and opportunities. Mentoring and induction programs are very similar, but their differences set them apart and each one can offer knowledge and experience for every new teacher. More and more school systems are creating quality induction and mentoring programs for new teachers with great success and this process is invaluable. Across the country the need for more quality teachers has been recognized and the support from successful induction and mentoring programs can make that need a reality. The New Teacher Center reports working with “teachers, administrators, universities, and other educational organizations to build induction and mentoring programs not only designed to support new teachers, but to have a lasting impact on classroom practices and the school communities.”(NTC, 2009) For an induction and mentoring program to have longevity, strategy and constant feedback are two vital components. When an induction and mentoring program are successful, teachers can easily integrate into the culture of the school full of confidence to respond to their own induction and mentoring plans. How does a mentoring program differ from an induction program? The induction...
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...It thrills me to write to you today on behalf of Dana Wright, my close friend and collaborator. Since my arrival at Jonathan Alder High School in 2007, Dana and I have collaborated to revolutionize the way we teach ELA at JAHS. JAHS students do not see Mrs. Wright as a school librarian. She is a co-teacher and resource whom they can rely on to help them in any subject area, with any assignment, even after they graduate and enter the collegiate or work worlds. The beginning was a glorious time as I was one of the few teachers who saw the genius of Dana’s knowledge and teaching abilities. The library became my second classroom and Dana a part of our regular curriculum. As other teachers saw the benefit of collaborating with Dana in lesson design,...
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...Lesson Plan Keysha Starks ESL 533N – SEI Advanced Methodologies of Structured English Immersion January 16, 2013 Resource 2: SIOP Lesson Plan humbley Date: January 16, 2013 Grade/Class/Subject: Kindergarten/ math/ Unit/Theme: Shapes CT Standards: K.G.A.2 Student will be able to correctly name shapes regardless of their orientations or overall size Content Objective(s): CT.K.3.1.1 Identify objects in the classroom that match examples of the Shapes located on the Love2Learn Wall. Language Objective(s): - Student will be able to identify objects that are 2d located around the classroom to match the shapes on the fun wall. Students will identify the following shapes triangles, squares, circles, hexagons, ovals, rectangles by engaging in talk shape with a partner and drawing in my “Just Shape Me Journal”. English Language Learners 2.2-1 B.c(prek -2) join in group response at appropriate time 2.23 B.a(prek-2) make inference from visuals 2.2-2a.c(prek-20 develop vocabulary 2.2-3.Ci.(prek-2) engage in discussion with peers Key Vocabularytriangles, squares, circles, hexagons, ovals, rectangles, | Supplementary MaterialsSmart boardLove2Learn WallVelcro board and laminated pictures of items in the classroom for teacher use during carpet timeLaminated 3x5 card with shape on front and name on back Yellow “Just Shape Me Journals” according to each student levelPencils | SIOP Features | Preparation |...
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