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As a future teacher, I plan to use Google Classroom because it is a great way to communicate with students, organize lessons, create quizzes, and post grades. With Google Classroom, I can easily share assignments, give feedback, and keep everything organized in one place, making it easier for both me and my students. I can post announcements, materials, and resources that students can access anytime, allowing them to work at their own pace. It is also a convenient way for students to submit their work, and I can provide instant feedback to help them improve faster.

Google Classroom also helps me track students' progress. I can monitor their assignments, see if they need extra help, and provide additional resources as needed. It allows me to quickly respond to students who might be struggling and offer support right away. This platform will help me stay organized, making lesson planning easier and keeping everything in one place, which saves time and reduces stress.

One of the best things about Google Classroom is that I don’t need hard copies of anything. Everything is digital, so there’s no need to print papers or hand out physical assignments. This not only helps save paper, but it also makes it easier to keep track of assignments and grades. Students can submit their work online, and I can provide feedback right away, making the whole process more efficient and ecofriendly. I firmly believe that using Google Classroom will help create a more organized, efficient, and interactive learning environment for my students.

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Starfall is an educational tool that was introduced to me in my Media class on Monday, March 17, when everyone had to share one platform with the class. I had never heard of Starfall before, and I’m really grateful for this in-class activity because I learned that it is a great resource for early childhood and elementary students.

As a future teacher, I intend to use Starfall in my classroom because it makes learning fun and engaging for students of all ages. The platform is designed to help children develop reading and math skills through interactive games, songs, and activities. It is especially helpful for early readers, guiding them through letter sounds, word recognition, and sentence building in a way that feels like play. Starfall also offers math activities that introduce counting, addition, and subtraction in a simple and interactive way. However, Starfall isn’t just for younger children; it also has activities for older students, including those in grades 4 and 5. By incorporating this platform into my lessons, I can keep students motivated and excited to learn, regardless of their age or skill level.

One of the things I find most intriguing about Starfall is that it supports different learning styles. It uses pictures, sounds, and movement to help students understand new concepts, making it useful for visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners. The platform also allows students to work at their own pace, so they can build confidence in their abilities without feeling rushed. It can be used in whole-class lessons, small groups, or for independent practice, making it a flexible tool for different classroom settings.

By using Starfall in my teaching, I can create a positive learning environment where students feel supported and encouraged to explore new skills. The combination of fun activities and structured learning helps children develop essential skills while fostering a love for learning.

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Starfall Education: Kids Games, Movies, Books & Music for K-5 and above

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At Starfall, children have fun while they learn - specializing in reading, phonics & math - educational games, movies, books, songs, and more for children K-5 and above.

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As a future teacher, I would use KHAN Academy because it offers free, easy-to-follow lessons and practice exercises that help students learn at their own pace. The platform covers a wide range of subjects, like math, science, history, and more, which means I can use it to support the lessons I teach in class and give students extra practice outside of the classroom.

One of the main reasons I like KHAN Academy is that it helps track students' progress. I can see how well each student is doing, which will help me understand where they might need extra help or where they are excelling. If a student is struggling with something, I can provide them with more practice in that area. If they are doing well, I can offer them more challenging tasks to keep them engaged. This makes learning more personalized and effective.

Another reason I like KHAN Academy is that the lessons are in the form of videos, which makes it easy for students to follow without feeling pressured. The videos explain concepts clearly, and students can watch them as many times as they need. This is great because it allows students to learn at their own pace. If they don’t understand something the first time, they can go back and watch it again. They can also review topics they didn’t fully understand in class and catch up on missed lessons. This gives students more control over their learning, making it more enjoyable and engaging for them.

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Helping Traumatized Children Learn is a valuable resource that I would use to create a supportive and understanding environment for students who have experienced trauma. Many children go through challenging situations that can impact their ability to focus, learn, and feel safe at school. This resource will guide me in building strong relationships with students and creating a classroom where every child feels safe and supported. By utilizing this resource, I can ensure that my students are not only learning but also feeling secure, and valued.

This resource will also help me make my classroom a safe and welcoming space where students feel emotionally secure. It will help me recognize signs of trauma, respond with care, and build trust with my students. Unlike other educational tools that focus mainly on academics, Helping Traumatized Children Learn emphasizes emotional well-being, which is just as important for students’ success. It also offers practical ways to work with families, school staff, and administrators to make sure that students receive the support they need.

Overall, Helping Traumatized Children Learn is a valuable tool for creating an inclusive and trauma-sensitive classroom where all students have the opportunity to thrive.

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Helping Traumatized Children Learn

Volume 1

A Report and Policy Agenda

Published in 2005, TLPI's landmark report summarizes the research from psychology and neurobiology that documents the impact trauma from exposure to violence can have on children's learning, behavior and relationships in school. The report also introduces the Flexible Framework, a tool organized according to six core operational functions of schools that can help any school create a trauma sensitive learning environment for all children.

Volume 2

Creating and Advocating for Trauma-Sensitive Schools

Volume 2 of Helping Traumatized Children Learn: Creating and Advocating for Trauma-Sensitive Schools, safe, supportive learning environments that benefit all children offers a Guide to a process for creating trauma-sensitive schools and a policy agenda to provide the support schools need to achieve this goal. Grounded in theory and practice in schools and with families, the Guide is intended to be a living document that will grow and change as more schools become trauma sensitive and add their ideas. The policy agenda calls for changes in laws, policies, and funding streams to support schools in this work. Together, the online learning community and the book are designed to complement each other, helping to build a growing and increasingly visible trauma-sensitive learning community.

VIDEO: 5 Core Ideas of Helping Traumatized Children Learn

Michael Gregory, a Senior Attorney on the staff of the Trauma and Learning Policy Initiative and Clinical Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, shares the five core ideas of Helping Traumatized Children Learn Volumes One and Two.
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Other TLPI Publications

Educational Rights of Children Affected by Homelessness and/or Domestic Violence

Published in 2006, this manual for child advocates outlines educational rights that can be enforced to help keep children safe at school. Five legal areas covered in the manual are the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), state school records regulations, restraining orders, and laws and policies regarding shelter placements. While intended for a Massachusetts audience, advocates in other jurisdictions may also find the resources included in this manual helpful.

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TLPI Publications - Helping Traumatized Children Learn

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Helping Traumatized Children Learn volumes 1 & 2 can help any school create a safe and secure trauma sensitive learning environment to benefit all children.