Tag Archives: Technology

Leadership in Teaching

Self Evaluative In EDU 6139 this week, we spoke about the importance of assuming a role of leadership in teaching. Teachers naturally lead children but should also seek to expand their influence beyond the classroom to the staff and even … Continue reading

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Filed under L1 - Learner Centered, L2 - Classroom/school centered, L3 - Family/neighborhood centered, P2 - Enhanced by a reflective, collaborative, professional growth-centered practice, T2 - Intentionally planned, T4 - Informed by technology

Standard S meta-reflection

Teacher-Based Evidence General Questions Key Question – How do you know that your instruction is developmentally appropriate?  Instruction is developmentally appropriate when the student is neither bored nor frustrated. Effective teachers present a curriculum that is challenging yet intellectually accessible … Continue reading

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Standard T meta-reflection

Teacher-Based Evidence General Questions Key Question – How do you know you are making a difference in your students’ learning? I am making a difference in my students’ learning by intentionally moving beyond the status quo. My unique blend of … Continue reading

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Weekly Review 8/08/09

In my methods class this week, we talked about reaching students in the digital age. Teachers need to make a concerted effort to connect with young people to avoid seeming irrelevant. Educators need to understand and appreciate the youth culture … Continue reading

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