Using Positive and Negative Reinforcement in the Classroom When and how I will give positive reinforcement to students who are following the rules and procedures? I like to give as much meaningful positive reinforcement as possible since I think that this can effect how students perceive their own abilities and understanding. As a result,... Continue Reading →
2nd Grade Elementary Classroom in Tokyo *** The map and map key were created with Google Presentation and Classroom Architect. Analysis of Student Movements and Classroom Setup Furniture and Set-Up This classroom is set up to create multiple domains to learn in. The tables and chairs have been scooted back, so the students can... Continue Reading →
High Academic Expectations Resources from the TeachNow module 4 unit 3 activities 1-2 showed that high academic standards led to more student success. High academic standards are usually communicated to students both through curriculum standards which teachers use to plan their classes and the teacher’s own expectations of their class. High academic curriculum standards might include things like... Continue Reading →
For this activity, we used an app called Flipsnack. It was a very effective tool, but once in a while the formatting would be difficult. You can layer shapes under text which is really nice. But there is no voice component to the app. However, it gave me a really cute interactive booklet. https://www.flipsnack.com/nicholeTeachNow/high-academic-expectations-teachnow-nichole.html
Creating High Expectations in the Classroom TeachNow Module 4 Unit 3 Activity 2 When expectations are high, students are more driven and more likely to not just succeed but surpass expectations. Here are a couple of videos with instructional methods that I analyzed to determine whether the teaching styles were successful in achieving these higher standards.... Continue Reading →
Traveling in Eastern Asia 