9411Elementary teachers frequently develop and implement unit plans designed to enhance students’ learning in English language arts. Successful unit plans consider a broad range of needs, including literacy skills, standards, text selections, students’ unique learning abilities and backgrounds, and sound instructional strategies and assessments. In this...
9382Utilizing differentiation strategies in the ELA classroom is vital in meeting the various needs of students and presents an opportunity to address individual personal interests, traits, and goals. Understanding how to differentiate for different learning, linguistic, and cultural needs will increase teaching efficacy. The goal...
9337When focusing on listening and speaking skills, it is essential to make a connection to interpersonal communication skills that will be used throughout the students’ educational and professional future. Through hearing how others use language, and using it themselves, students work together, describe their surroundings,...
9336Observe and assist with teaching two lessons, one science and one health/PE/nutrition (an integrated health and science lesson may count for either requirement), led by certified K-8 grade teachers. If possible, observe more than one classroom/teacher. During your observation, pay specific attention to the following: Technology...
9335You guys previously completed this assignment (shown below as components of the 5E Instructional Model edited) but I did not attach the template to fill out. Only part 1 needs to be completed on the template. The 5E instructional model is designed to guide educators in...
9334Proficiency in academic language in all content areas is key to student learning and achievement. Successful teachers must provide many opportunities for students to read, write, listen, and speak using content language. Verbal and nonverbal communication techniques are an integral part of fostering elementary students’...
9333In an inquiry-based classroom, students are engaged in multiple types of learning activities and instructional strategies. This type of learning can be unsafe without proper classroom management procedures, especially in a science lab setting. In this field experience, observe instructional activities as well as classroom management...
9296Planning effective English language arts lessons involves focusing on multiple literacy skills, aligned to state or national standards, while incorporating interesting, student-centered activities. When focusing on grammar and writing, it is essential to set high expectations while presenting real-world connections, encouraging creativity, and keeping student...
9265What are the effects of ability grouping according to the following article: https://www.teachermagazine.com/au_en/articles/the-negative-effects-of-ability-grouping Next, discuss your stand on the issue after reading this article....
9264Planning effective English language arts lessons many times includes focusing on multiple literacy skills, aligned to state or national standards, while incorporating interesting, student-centered materials. When focusing on reading, it is essential to model metacognitive strategies, before, during, and after reading, including relevant vocabulary. A...