https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv en-us 2022-07-08 18:22:51 UTC 2022-07-30 04:04:10 UTC hello@padlet.com kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250271607 Brain breaks are a chance for students to recharge, take a step back, and regain focus through an activity. Some activities include dance breaks with guided routines, yoga poses, quiet time, or full class games such as Simon Says or Bingo. This supports children's wellness and overall wellbeing when in the classroom. It helps children not feel overworked and know it's okay to take a break when they need to regain focus. ]]> 2022-07-27 01:50:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250271607 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250272984 PBS shared a strategy known as "Belly Breathing." This is tool meant to help students who may be feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed and need a way to calm down. It involves creating awareness of how our body feels and how they are feeling mentally. Students start by breathing normally and noticing their surroundings. They lay on their back and relax their body with their hands on their belly. Mouth closed, they breath in for four seconds, have their chest get filled with air, and hold the air for four seconds. Lastly, the child exhales slowly and repeat a few times until they return back to relaxation. This strategy gives students an important tool to use when dealing with big feelings and noticing how much better they will feel. ]]> 2022-07-27 01:52:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250272984 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250275600 Active listening helps students learn the importance of using our bodies to show we are listening and care about what is being said. Using gestures like nodding, giving a thumbs up, facing our body forward, and asking questions shows we understand what is being said and we can learn from it. Students should know that what they are sharing is important, and this strategy will remind students how we should be behaving when others are talking and being respectful.]]> 2022-07-27 01:56:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250275600 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250276302 Culture day will be an opportunity for students to share their cultural background and teach the class more about who they are. They can talk about their traditional clothing, food, and celebrations they take part in through an interactive project. This helps students reflect on their identity and embrace where they come from by sharing it with their peers. It also creates a welcoming learning environment and inviting students to learn about cultures they may not know about. It brings awareness and acceptance in order to create a positive dynamic in the classroom that loves everyone for who they are. ]]> 2022-07-27 01:57:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250276302 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250278813 To keep students and families connected, I will create a classroom website or send home a weekly newsletter with important assignments, reminders, and events that are taking place. This helps parents become involved in their child's education and know what their child is learning about. I want to build a strong communication between parents and students, so this mutual platform will ensure everyone can come together and review assignments together. ]]> 2022-07-27 02:00:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250278813 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250279569 Positive self talk and Gratitude journal prompts builds confidence in students and allows them to reflect on good things that have happened in their life. I will give journal prompts for students to write about and it will be their time to reminds themselves of all the good qualities they hold. This supports my approach to teaching by practicing the feeling of encouragement motivation, and self efficacy guided by student's themselves for their own benefit. Positive affirmations will connect back to school and the effort students will put into their work and everyday life.]]> 2022-07-27 02:01:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250279569 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250285789 Before reading a story, students review the pictures and images of the book to make predictions and connections to what they book is going to be about. Especially for students who are ESL or may have a learning disability, visuals help put things into perspective and not focusing on words. It familiarizes students with a story and make up their own interpretations. Students can share what they think the story will be about using the pictures as evidence and describing their reasoning. After, we will have a class discussion on what was correct and what wasn't. Pictures can have many interpretations, and no one will be wrong for making up predictions or giving their input.]]> 2022-07-27 02:11:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250285789 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250288984 In order to make a student centered environment, students will be assigned jobs that will be rotated every couple weeks. If gives students responsibility, management, and a purpose in the classroom. Jobs help students feel responsible and gives them something to focus on and make sure it gets done. In order for the class to run smoothly and stay in order, everyone needs to stay on top of their job. Their roles are important and serves as a sense of community. This supports my approach to learning because students are responsible for specific tasks and helps to keep thing in check.]]> 2022-07-27 02:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250288984 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250289321 When walking into the classroom everyday, students can look at the daily schedule with pictures along side it to know what is going to take place. It reduces the stress of the unknown for students and making sure they know what to expect for the day. Daily schedules also avoids questions like "what are we doing after lunch?" or "how much longer till recess?"  This reduces time spent explaining every activity and keeps things on track and in order.]]> 2022-07-27 02:16:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250289321 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250289444 Hand signals are a non verbal way to communicate with the class or the teacher that minimizes disruption. The teacher reviews common hand signals for things like "restroom" "comment" or "help." That way, students don't have to wait to be called on in order to share what they have to say, but give a hand signal to show what they need. A poster will be displayed in the classroom with visuals of the signals and how to use them accordingly. It gives structure to the class and how to manage different levels of wants and needs without verbal communication.]]> 2022-07-27 02:16:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250289444 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250291362 Individual interviews with students one on one helps build trust and a relationship with each student. It is a chance to check in with students, review their progress, and offer feedback or additional resources they may need. It also takes the pressure off having peer input or judgment and allows them to fully be themselves. It makes students feel understood and cared about when giving their individual input. It is also a way for students to offer new ideas or ways to enhance the classroom to run smoothly or more efficiently.]]> 2022-07-27 02:19:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250291362 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250291581 Work stations give students structure and different activities to participate in with a specific order to follow. Work stations will be numbers and it will keep students in order and know what direction they need to work in. Work stations help keep structure in the classroom and learn the importance of following directions and have independent work time.]]> 2022-07-27 02:19:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250291581 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250302296 Student numbers are a great way to avoid chaos and quickly get students in order when needed. When lining up, getting ready to leave, or breaking off into groups, students will be assigned a student number that they will keep for the duration of the school year. When the teacher says "line up in number order" or "numbers 1-15 can stand up" there is no discussion or confusion. Everyone will know where to go, when they can leave, and who they should be next to when lining up. For organizing assignments on the wall or when grading, students can put things in number order so they can easily know where their work is.]]> 2022-07-27 02:35:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250302296 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250323887 To reduce clutter and confusion for both the students and teacher, designated assignment and homework trays ensure everything ends up in the right place. Categories will be listed on the tray by subject or homework assignments to keep things organized. As a teacher, this makes it much easier to see who has completed what and who hasn't. In addition, students know exactly where things go and where to make sure their work gets turned in. ]]> 2022-07-27 03:11:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250323887 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250326846 Role play gives students the chance to become a specific role and gain a better understanding of situations and real life experiences. It builds good expressive language, communication and participation in lessons, and gaining new perspectives. Incorporating role playing and theatre aspects is an engaging way for children to learn about a topic and make them more willing to learn. I would incorporate plays into this and build on skills such as memorizing lines, research on a historical figure they are playing, and building self esteem. This is also a clear way or assess students progress and understanding based on the strategies they are able to use and apply to the learning topic.]]> 2022-07-27 03:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250326846 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250327422 Self Assessments lets students take control of their own learning and be active learners in the classroom. It builds a student center approach by giving students the opportunity to write down and reflect on their progress and if they need additional help. I would give options for students to choose from like "I need some more practice" or "I really get it and could help explain it to another student". This would be given at the end of each unit to properly assess students and give them feedback based on the responses they gave me. Students learn the importance of responsibility and reaching out when they need help. Especially if students are shy, this is a nonverbal form of communication to keep in touch with students and change an instructional approach.]]> 2022-07-27 03:17:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250327422 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250327935 A word wall is a designated wall that has different words that will be used and taught in class. They will be visible for students to see and practice how to use the words. Constant exposure to words and the spelling makes for a better chance of students memorizing and applying it to their spelling and vocabulary skills. This wall serves as a reminder and a subconscious way for students to remember the words and reflect back on them during a lesson or activity. We will review these words often and use in daily activities such as word practice or interactive reading.]]> 2022-07-27 03:19:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250327935 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250328339 Exploring the natural world, becoming exposed to new concepts, gaining hands on experiences, and connecting to the community enhances student's learning by experiencing things first hand. Field trips are a way of putting learning into actions and engaging in activities that explore specific topics in school and explain things differently. ]]> 2022-07-27 03:19:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250328339 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250328433 Guest speakers is a strategy that enhances student's learning by getting first hand experiences and deeper connections from people in specific jobs and careers. It helps them think about their own interests and what they want to be when they grow up. It also fosters their understanding of how the community works together and what different people do. They learn important skills like how to ask questions, practice active listening, and reflecting on what they have learned. It helps them think more critically and deeply by hearing new perspectives and sharing their own knowledge.]]> 2022-07-27 03:19:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250328433 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250329473 In order to practice and remind students the importance of kindness, I will give either worksheets with ways to be kind, or activities that practice how to spread kindness. It will encourage students to do something nice for someone and make sure others feel supported and appreciated in the classroom. I will ask them for their own input and give ideas on what they plan to do something nice for someone. This supports my approach to teaching because this builds relationships and trust amongst students and demonstrating the importance of being kind.]]> 2022-07-27 03:21:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250329473 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250330278 Activity centers break way from traditional learning and allows students to have active learning engagement. It fosters children's creativity, practice skills from lessons, and work in small groups while providing individual work. This gives students the opportunity to express their thinking and be actively participating in various activities relating to a topic in a lesson. It gives students a new way to look at subjects and enhances their understanding that shifts away from standard teaching methods.]]> 2022-07-27 03:23:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250330278 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250330625 Students working together in small groups on an assignment or to solve a problem builds communication and developmental skills. Students are able to gain new perspectives coming directly from their peers and make executive decisions together. It can also be used for educational games to learn the importance of team work and listening to everyone's ideas besides your own. This supports my approach to teaching by giving students the freedom to be in charge of their learning and working with peers towards a goal. If student's are struggling, this is also a way for peer teaching to take place and student's to help one another.]]> 2022-07-27 03:24:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250330625 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250344315 There will be a designated student who will be the "greeter" of the week. Before students enter the classroom, they will choose what kind of greeting they would like to receive from that student. It gives students choices, the opportunity to set boundaries, and form a bond with their peers. It is a way for students to become more connected and feel a sense of belonging and community in the classroom. This supports my approach to teaching because I want students to develop nonverbal communication strategies and have the chance to be a leader.]]> 2022-07-27 03:50:27 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250344315 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250345333 Instead of only sending letters or making calls about students to parents when they are in trouble, positive praise and notes will build a stronger sense of connection amongst families. Children will recognize that their productive and positive actions result in praise and feedback. Their ability to behave properly is noticed by the teacher and is made clear to their parents. In order to continue to receive good notes, students will continue following the rules and know their parents are aware of how they are behaving. This not only involves the parents more, but makes students know that their parent's care about their progress and the good they are doing in class.]]> 2022-07-27 03:52:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250345333 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250350619 Students work with a partner to answer a question or solve a problem. They first think about the information on their own, pair up with a classmate, and share ideas and opinions together. It builds communication skills, engagement with others, and learning how to build off of other's ideas and support their thinking. Conversations are how students learn new information and hear ideas from other people. It gives students the opportunity to reflect on the instruction and teachers can monitor the conversations. It can be used for any subject whether it's talking about characters in a story, solving a math problem, or making a prediction of a science experiment. ]]> 2022-07-27 04:02:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250350619 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250352382 Rules and expectations in the classroom help students stay safe and hold themselves accountable for their actions. Implementing this into the daily routine reminds students how they should be behaving and creating a safe and productive learning environment for everyone. If students do not choose to follow the rules, they know their actions will have consequences. These rules are meant to benefit them and keep everyone on the right track. Students can even create their own rules or add ideas to what they believe will help the classroom work together better. Student involvement makes students more likely to follow the rules and make minimal disruptions.]]> 2022-07-27 04:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250352382 kdominic3 https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250354559 This self evaluation allows students to share what they are feeling and how they are doing emotionally. It is an opportunity for students to reflect on their overall well being and how it can interfere with their day. This supports my approach to teaching by ensuring students are able to express and be honest with their emotions. It normalizes not being happy all the time, and that it is okay to have bad days. Students can reflect and notice their emotions and how they choose to work through it for the day. It also helps me as a teacher to notice patterns or concerns that may arise.]]> 2022-07-27 04:09:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kdominic3/113of9waadcle7tv/wish/2250354559