What is the most important thing you have learned during fieldwork observation? Why?
There are so many things that I learned from my fieldwork. I did all 20 of my hours within a Special Needs classroom. This made me realize that I want to one day get a Masters Degree in Special Education. I know that won't happen for a while, and I want to start teaching first but it really opened up my eyes on why I chose this field and why I enjoy it so much. I just love the kids. Being around them makes me so happy and seeing them learn is something that really touches my heart. I know it sounds really sappy but it's true.
Another thing that I learned that I hope to have as a teacher one day is the traits that Mr. Bogden has shown while teaching in his classroom. He just wants to help these children learn. He has so much patience with the kids that I hope I can be that way with my own class. He also has a very fun approach and wants his children to enjoy learning. Everyday that I was in there I felt that he was really interested in bettering each of his students.
I hope that I can encompass all of this qualities as a teacher. I hope to one day have a well rounded classroom where everyone will come and enjoy each day.
Doing this hours really just solidified that this is what I want to do as a career. It really showed me that I want to be a teacher and I can't wait to get my own class. I can't wait to experience the rest of the Elementary Education program has to offer.
Friday, November 15, 2013
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Blog #7
What are the school rules/classroom rules and how are they enforced?
In Mr Bogden/Mr Bob's class they have some rules to help the kids feel like they are safe and learning and still having fun. They always are told to keep their hands to themselves. This makes it so the kids are not in each others space and keeps the peace. Another thing that I love with is not really a rule but its something that is implemented in the classroom to promote good behavior. Mr Bob will choose a child to be the line leader- he goes off of whoever was on their best behavior from where they were at.
Another class rule that they have is to always wash their hands or use sanitizer if they touch their mouth or nose. This doesn't have to do as much with the learning aspect but it does keep the germs at bay. Especially with the winter coming and the kids getting sick. They are really good at keeping the classroom clean and as healthy as possible.
In Mr Bogden/Mr Bob's class they have some rules to help the kids feel like they are safe and learning and still having fun. They always are told to keep their hands to themselves. This makes it so the kids are not in each others space and keeps the peace. Another thing that I love with is not really a rule but its something that is implemented in the classroom to promote good behavior. Mr Bob will choose a child to be the line leader- he goes off of whoever was on their best behavior from where they were at.
Another class rule that they have is to always wash their hands or use sanitizer if they touch their mouth or nose. This doesn't have to do as much with the learning aspect but it does keep the germs at bay. Especially with the winter coming and the kids getting sick. They are really good at keeping the classroom clean and as healthy as possible.
Friday, November 1, 2013
Blog Entry 6
What strategies does the teacher use to actively engage the students? How effective are these?
For this blog entry I would like to mention my favorite things that the Teacher I was observing to engage the students was his tone of voice. He always kept it interesting. I never felt like he was boring or monotone. This helped keep the kids on many different levels. Whether it was understand what he was saying or just paying attention. He was entertaining but also teaching these children at the same time.
Another thing that he used was letting the kids take turns to do different activities. They use a smart board in their classroom and to keep the kids engaged he would pick on one who was behaving and paying good attention to come move an item on the smart board, or to click on it. It was cute to see how excited the kids would be to move a picture of a sandwich to calendar to show what they are having for lunch that day. It also kept them engaged and excited.
For this blog entry I would like to mention my favorite things that the Teacher I was observing to engage the students was his tone of voice. He always kept it interesting. I never felt like he was boring or monotone. This helped keep the kids on many different levels. Whether it was understand what he was saying or just paying attention. He was entertaining but also teaching these children at the same time.
Another thing that he used was letting the kids take turns to do different activities. They use a smart board in their classroom and to keep the kids engaged he would pick on one who was behaving and paying good attention to come move an item on the smart board, or to click on it. It was cute to see how excited the kids would be to move a picture of a sandwich to calendar to show what they are having for lunch that day. It also kept them engaged and excited.
Monday, October 28, 2013
Blog Entry 5
For this blog entry I want to talk about the question, "What do you think is the most important role a teacher plays? Why?"
My response to this is that what I think the most important role that a teacher can play is someone they trust. I feel that trust is something that a teacher and students have to have to be able to succeed on both ends.
Something I have noticed in my classroom observation is that these children trust their teacher and their classroom helpers with their whole hearts. They would have such a hard time functioning in the classroom if that trust was not built.
A teacher is supposed to help push a child to be their best. A child will only reciprocate if they know they can trust what the teacher is telling them.
My response to this is that what I think the most important role that a teacher can play is someone they trust. I feel that trust is something that a teacher and students have to have to be able to succeed on both ends.
Something I have noticed in my classroom observation is that these children trust their teacher and their classroom helpers with their whole hearts. They would have such a hard time functioning in the classroom if that trust was not built.
A teacher is supposed to help push a child to be their best. A child will only reciprocate if they know they can trust what the teacher is telling them.
Friday, October 18, 2013
Post 4
What clerical and preparation responsibilities have you participated in?
I have participated in many different responsibility in the class. I have helped prepare different activities for the children. I helped some of the aids in preparing a craft for Halloween of pumpkins that the children could decorate. I have also helped in getting the children ready and helping explain how to do these crafts.
Another thing that I have helped with the children with was helping them line up for lunch and guiding them to the lunch room. This was a fun experience because I was able to talk to the kids about their day and their experiences of the day.
I have participated in many different responsibility in the class. I have helped prepare different activities for the children. I helped some of the aids in preparing a craft for Halloween of pumpkins that the children could decorate. I have also helped in getting the children ready and helping explain how to do these crafts.
Another thing that I have helped with the children with was helping them line up for lunch and guiding them to the lunch room. This was a fun experience because I was able to talk to the kids about their day and their experiences of the day.
Monday, October 7, 2013
Blog Post 3
What modifications for learners who are exceptional do you see?
Because I am in an Life Skills class I see differences for these exceptional students all day. From what I compare to my own education when I was younger. In the class I am in there are children from 1st- 4th grade. The way Mr. Bob (that's what they call him :)) teaches them is very different from what their normal classroom time would be. He has to take things a lot slower and does a more "hands on" approach. He has an interactive board so the children can come and touch answers or move questions to answers. They also have a physical education time because they do not go out side every day for Recess. During this time they do activities to help with colors, shapes, directions- you name it. I really enjoy seeing them learn their own ways and to help them with the direction of the teacher.
Because I am in an Life Skills class I see differences for these exceptional students all day. From what I compare to my own education when I was younger. In the class I am in there are children from 1st- 4th grade. The way Mr. Bob (that's what they call him :)) teaches them is very different from what their normal classroom time would be. He has to take things a lot slower and does a more "hands on" approach. He has an interactive board so the children can come and touch answers or move questions to answers. They also have a physical education time because they do not go out side every day for Recess. During this time they do activities to help with colors, shapes, directions- you name it. I really enjoy seeing them learn their own ways and to help them with the direction of the teacher.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Blog Entry #2
Tell about an opportunity you had to work one on one with a student:
This week I had the opportunity to work with B. Since I am in a life skills class I am surrounded by the cutest, and the most fun children. B is down syndrome and is in the 1st grade. You can't fully understand most of what he's saying. He does have a few sayings that you can completely understand like "what's up" and "See YA".
I had the opportunity to help in their physical education time and at lunch. During physical ed we were using hula hoops and pretending they were cars. You would have to pick up a hula hoop and drive it around the gym to the music. When the music stopped you had to drop your car and find a new one. It was fun running around with him and helping him out.
This week I had the opportunity to work with B. Since I am in a life skills class I am surrounded by the cutest, and the most fun children. B is down syndrome and is in the 1st grade. You can't fully understand most of what he's saying. He does have a few sayings that you can completely understand like "what's up" and "See YA".
I had the opportunity to help in their physical education time and at lunch. During physical ed we were using hula hoops and pretending they were cars. You would have to pick up a hula hoop and drive it around the gym to the music. When the music stopped you had to drop your car and find a new one. It was fun running around with him and helping him out.
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