Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Chapter 3 - The Power of Expectations
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1) Scholars will be respectful to each other. Everyone has an opinion, and they will not always match other's opinions, but being able to respect what others say, and communicating appropriately when we think differently allows for open conversations. My reminder to the scholars when they fail on this task is " please tell me how your words were kind and encouraging? If not, then you need to try again." this allows for the reset mind set where they can apologize, and reword what they were saying, or perhaps rephrase what they said.
ReplyDelete2) No answer/question is stupid. I tell scholars this and truely mean it. We sometimes get so caught up in the details that we miss the obvious, even when teaching. When the class rolls their eyes at the basic questions, I make the question asked the most important thing. I use it to circle back and show connection(s) to the main idea, and ask others to respond to the discussion. I also thank the scholar for asking, stating I was waiting for someone to ask me that question on purpose.
3) Group work versus independent work. Group work my classroom norm, but when I say independent work, they know to work on their own silently (such as tests). When they start talking, i remind them it is individual work, and that if the needs for others to work in a quiet environment could please be respected. This normally is all I have to say. If I still have some talking, I ask them to come to my desk to talk about the assignment. I speak to them quietly about respecting what I ask, and have them sit at a desk next to mine to work without distraction. I will then look at their progress, and then praise them, and return them to their seat.
On expectation two: Do you get any snickers (at the beginning of the year)? On expectation three: it's good to have one reminder then a talking to or move scholars away from their group.
DeleteHonestly I don't get any issues with number 2. I think it might be the way I present it, as I remind them that everyone learns differently, and sometimes a simple question to clarify / confirm something is all it could take to solidify the topic for some.
DeleteIn the chapter3, it is about establish good relationship Teacher-student based it in respect each other.
ReplyDelete1) from the first day teachers need to be very clear about her/his classroom expectations regardless of the grade.
It is very important to establish rules in the classroom and being clear that breaking the rules misbehaving will have consequences.
2) Teachers need to work in collaboration with any body is around the student starting with parents which they are a key for keep the student in track of his/her behavior, teacher - parent can do a powerful results for student good behavior.
3) Teacher need to repeat their high expectations during the year for the student can comprehend the importance of this, especially any break time such as fall, Christmas, spring break for those times students back to school and acting up. Teacher need to remind
them the expectations, and school rules and give them choices for them to think.
The most important for teacher have a good results is be consistent, On time, be prepared and the most important treat the students with respect at all the time to have good results.
I agree that we need to set expectations, but I also think there is something to be said about letting the class discuss what they think they should expect from each other as well. This allows for discussion and reasoning when looking at the expectations. It also provides buy-in by the students, as they had a say in the expectations, which makes them want to follow them as they helped create them. I do this, but also ensure it aligns with what I am wanting in my room as well. It then becomes a win/win situation.
DeleteOne expectation is scholars stay awake. Second is actively participate. Third is sharing information with peers and teacher. This can be communicated through scholar responsibility and class discussions. For follow up, if they are sleeping tap on desk and ask scholar to drink water or stretch in the back of the room. For the second, use cards (with scholar names) to ensure participation with going back to scholars who request more think time. Finally follow up with sharing is having a variety of representatives; this can be done by numbering table seats and calling various numbers.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely agree, they are clear and simple expectations that enable us to teach as effectively as possible and the scholars to all pay attention to the best of their ability. The cards are a good idea - there are always a few scholars who respond quickly and this makes it hard for others to think on their own.
DeleteAs far as getting more students to share, I use the pair-share method. It really helps students to have a chance to share their thoughts with 1 person and someone their own age before they are usually brave enough to share with everyone. Great ideas!
DeleteI think my main expectations are respect (of me, so paying attention, and of each other, so not being disruptive), self management (completing things on time and recognizing when you need help) and engagement (working with the material and actively thinking about it.) My plan is to review the syllabus next semester and highlight these expectations, as well as their values as well as establishing different classroom rules to help maintain these expectations. In order to continually reinforce them I will begin each day with a refresher if needed, work on classroom management, and work more directly with ALL the students.
ReplyDeleteWhen students fail to meet them I will try to find a way to communicate with the student and determine why this is, and how it can be addressed successfully from both ends.
I think I need to review somethings as well. Communication is definitely key in our classrooms. I really like your ideas about working with the students to determine why there is a struggle with an expectation.
Delete1- Respect yourself and others
ReplyDelete2- Stay Organized
3- Make yourself proud
I have been solidifying number Respect in my classroom from day 1. When students disrespect others I have consistently used phrases like "Our classroom is one of respect and kindness. When we interrupt others, we are doing neither of those." "O, I'm sorry *student. You deserve to be treated with kindness and respect. When you feel that you have been given that, please continue sharing your thoughts with us." Also, modeling!!! I make it a point to be respectful to my students. They learn a lot about how to treat each other by watching how I treat them. I am going to continue these strategies. I am going to add in this phrase from the book; "When you are not listening, you take away from your learning." There have definitely been times where I should have waited to confront and issue individually with a student instead of calling attention to it in the middle of class, so that is a plan I will focus on as well.
With number 2, I am going to be honest... I don't know what else I can do to help them with this. I set the expectation of having a folder just for my classwork at the beginning of the year and am finding students who still don't have one! It's something that has great lessons to learn from the natural consequence of not staying organized and providing students with a folder when they have asked for one, but other than that, I would LOVE some advice!
For number 3, I want to reinforce how important it is for them to try and give great effort. Not effort that is measurable by comparison to others, but effort that makes themself proud of their work. They need more ownership of that. I am going to be better about breaking down my rubrics so they truly understand that the scores are NOT "judgments" by Mrs. Jensen but instead are reflections of how well they met the criterion. And help them understand that 8's are achievable to each and every one of them.I think I will just keep repeating to them how capable they are.