ED 307 Post 5- new ideas

I think  group work in schools increases collaboration and also allows students to learn about each other instead of just assuming things about them. It's especially good when it is combined with the use of all the wonderful technology out there. I think all teachers should do this-1) put seats together so everybody has a group to sit with and don't move the desks except when administering a test. 2)Rotate seating each day, 3)have a computer or other technological device in reach of the students for them to use with their lessons and make sure they are doing their lessons and not goofing off and playing with the devices, 4)Have a group activity each day.

ED 307 post 4- flipped classrooms

after the lesson on flipped classrooms in ED 307, I thought a lot about it, and I think it's a great idea!! I don't understand why this method isn't adopted in more classrooms. I would use this method in my future classroom. I like the idea. I would even go beyond that with my previous ideas written about on this blog. I think it is a great idea that could be added to. I think it would benefit students, especially with the results shown from the reports about it. 

ED 307 post 3- new idea

I have a new idea of a way to get students excited about learning and having fun while they're learning- creating a video game that groups of students can play based on a lesson that can be used on a computer or on a game system. I thought of this because kids love playing video games- Why not make video games a useful educational tool? Why not use kids' love of video games to teach them.
Also, I think it would be a good idea to get parents to encourage more educational computer/video game time by getting the word out about these things. Teachers can send letters/emails, etc. to spread the word to parents and even give them lists of good educational games. This will allow students to have fun while learning but not even know they are learning anything because they are having a blast with the game.

ED 307 post 2- new ideas

1- I think we should get students actively engaged in their learning, and I think incorporating the latest technology in the classroom is a great way to help do that, making interesting graphics, using words in interactive lessons that help them understand the lesson
2- I think students should be able to use technology at home to connect with teachers and fellow students. There should be a way for students to always get the latest updates on their grades, info about assignments and other class info, as well as an opportunity to let their instructor know if they need help with something.
3- I think students should be able to connect with each other to get help from other students
4- I think parents should always have a direct line via phone or computer to talk to their child's teacher whenever they need to discuss things. This will improve parental involvement

ED 307 post 1- new idea- how to incorporate all technology so that everyone gets the best resources

1- let students use the internet to research topics that teachers want them to research
2-give them plenty of hands-on and interactive games and activities to do to learn about a topic
3-give them pictures with descriptions
4-use video demonstrations instead of simply just using paper instructions on how to do a lesson
5-give students connections that they can easily use to talk to teachers and other students and easily find class updates and assignment information.

how can problem-solving instead of harsh disciplinary measures be implemented in classrooms?

1- Talk to the student who is exhibiting problem behaviors and figure out what it going on with why the student is acting in a certain way and find a solution before resorting to discipline.
2- Get outside help if the problem requires doing more than what a teacher/administrator can help with
3- Enable students and encourage them to improve themselves daily
4-Provide extensive citizenship training in schools (with programs like character education) that helps them learn what's right and what's wrong.
5- Always be vigilent to any signs of problems
6-Teachers can look back at the students' previous performances
7- Give assessments/evaluations of each student and figure out what needs to be worked on through them.

Ways to not leave students behind

1- use sign-up sheets every day for those who didn't understand the days' lecture or assignments for one-on-one instruction with the teacher
2- have each student discuss the lesson in review in class for exams
3- read in class with students either using a cd player or your own voice with your head in the book
4- have daily activities for students to complete with each day's lesson