3.1 Classroom Management and Collaborative Learning
Candidates model and facilitate effective classroom management and collaborative learning strategies to maximize teacher and student use of digital tools and resources. (PSC 3.1/ISTE 3a)
Artifact: Internet Lesson Plan
This lesson plan was developed in ITEC 7430 and focused on the 8th grade Social Studies standard for The Civil War. Students collaborated to investigate and analyze historical events surrounding The Civil War, as well as key battles. Students worked in groups of two to choose which topic from the standard they would like to research and create a presentation about. Each group of students posted their presentations to the class Schoology page. After all groups posted their presentations, the class reviewed the Schoology page and commented on other group’s posts using a discussion board. Products included Prezis and PowerPoints that covered a wide variety of topics, from The Battle of Gettysburg to Sherman’s March to the Sea. At the end of the project, students posted their final thoughts on a Google survey.
This artifact demonstrates mastery of Standard 3.1 because effective classroom management strategies were implemented. Students were given a variety of choices so they were able to take ownership of their learning. Allowing them choices of a topic and how they delivered their end result gave students creative ownership of their project. My role during the completion of this assignment was to model and facilitate appropriate discussions between students, and to make sure students were managing their time wisely. Of course there are often times that issues arise when students are using technology or working in collaborative learning groups, but redirecting their attention and modeling how to have meaningful conversations got them back on the right track. It is essential that teachers know how to handle these instances and work past them so students can find success.
Through this artifact, I learned that creating learner-centered activities is essential to keep students engaged and focused on the learning task. This lesson required students to utilize Web 2.0 tools, which required me to model appropriate use and facilitate student discussions. I learned the importance of clear and concise instructions and that not all students pick up on technology as quickly as expected. It is important to stay positive and help students when needed. However, many students are skilled in technology use, so I learned to assign “technology leaders” in my class to help other students when needed. This artifact could be enhanced by allowing students to choose a battle and produce an iMovie movie trailer. This would give students the chance to show others an additional method of technology presentation and to enhance their understanding of the topic.
This artifact impacted both student learning and teacher learning at my school. Allowing students to experience the collaborative nature of Schoology impacted student learning. They were able to work with one another and learn from each other through collaboration, discussion, and teamwork. These skills are essential to be successful in life. Students were actively engaged through the entire process since they were able to work together and utilize technology. The impact of this artifact can be assessed by analyzing student scores on the end of unit assessment as well as surveying students about the Web 2.0 tools they used.
This lesson plan was developed in ITEC 7430 and focused on the 8th grade Social Studies standard for The Civil War. Students collaborated to investigate and analyze historical events surrounding The Civil War, as well as key battles. Students worked in groups of two to choose which topic from the standard they would like to research and create a presentation about. Each group of students posted their presentations to the class Schoology page. After all groups posted their presentations, the class reviewed the Schoology page and commented on other group’s posts using a discussion board. Products included Prezis and PowerPoints that covered a wide variety of topics, from The Battle of Gettysburg to Sherman’s March to the Sea. At the end of the project, students posted their final thoughts on a Google survey.
This artifact demonstrates mastery of Standard 3.1 because effective classroom management strategies were implemented. Students were given a variety of choices so they were able to take ownership of their learning. Allowing them choices of a topic and how they delivered their end result gave students creative ownership of their project. My role during the completion of this assignment was to model and facilitate appropriate discussions between students, and to make sure students were managing their time wisely. Of course there are often times that issues arise when students are using technology or working in collaborative learning groups, but redirecting their attention and modeling how to have meaningful conversations got them back on the right track. It is essential that teachers know how to handle these instances and work past them so students can find success.
Through this artifact, I learned that creating learner-centered activities is essential to keep students engaged and focused on the learning task. This lesson required students to utilize Web 2.0 tools, which required me to model appropriate use and facilitate student discussions. I learned the importance of clear and concise instructions and that not all students pick up on technology as quickly as expected. It is important to stay positive and help students when needed. However, many students are skilled in technology use, so I learned to assign “technology leaders” in my class to help other students when needed. This artifact could be enhanced by allowing students to choose a battle and produce an iMovie movie trailer. This would give students the chance to show others an additional method of technology presentation and to enhance their understanding of the topic.
This artifact impacted both student learning and teacher learning at my school. Allowing students to experience the collaborative nature of Schoology impacted student learning. They were able to work with one another and learn from each other through collaboration, discussion, and teamwork. These skills are essential to be successful in life. Students were actively engaged through the entire process since they were able to work together and utilize technology. The impact of this artifact can be assessed by analyzing student scores on the end of unit assessment as well as surveying students about the Web 2.0 tools they used.