https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r en-us 2020-05-07 12:31:53 UTC 2020-05-08 11:49:12 UTC hello@padlet.com rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557314167 Content area : All 

Age level: Any

Use: This allows students to sit where they choose. The idea is to decrease the amount of time students are sitting completely still (allow for sensory input) & encourage them to choose an environment conducive to learning. 

Focus: Community, comfort, choice 



]]> 2020-05-07 12:57:20 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557314167 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557338201 Here is what flexible seating looks like in a classroom. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:06:36 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557338201 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557338955 Steps for getting started with Flexible Seating if you are trying to transition to this from a traditional classroom set up. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:06:51 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557338955 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557339309 Many examples of flexible seating look like they are for elementary students. Here is information and examples on how to create a secondary-friendly version of flexible seating. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:06:58 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557339309 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557339698 Dividing the classroom into 'Pods' is a way to group similar types of seating and potentially end up with students who have similar learning styles. This teacher also gives feedback on classroom management.]]> 2020-05-07 13:07:06 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557339698 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557386937 Content area: All

Age level: Any

Use: To allow multiple students to work on different tasks at the same time. The teacher can control how the rotation works (all students do all, certain students do certain stations). 

Focus: Choice, flexible grouping, variety, cooperation]]> 2020-05-07 13:24:19 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557386937 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557397837 This brief video outlines how and why to use learning centers including considerations for assignments. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:27:57 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557397837 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557398624 An incredibly thorough, research-based guide to how to design effective learning stations.  Stations can be designed to address specific students (for example, finding their own folder at a station which will have a student's individual assignment inside) or more broad. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:28:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557398624 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557398963 10 Reasons why you should incorporate stations into a secondary ELA classroom, ideas for how to do it, and templates for station labels & student work.]]> 2020-05-07 13:28:10 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557398963 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557399364 Using stations in the science classroom. This post also addresses student accountability, choosing group size, and how smaller groups can be managed with two 'parallel tracks' instead of a dozen different stations & activities. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557399364 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557468016 Content area: All

Age level: Any

Use: To provide students with ownership & accountability

Focus: self-directed, feedback, student accountability & choice]]> 2020-05-07 13:51:05 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557468016 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557477322 A learning contract can be constructed around a specific theme, such as spelling, but allow for students to experience the content in a variety of ways.]]> 2020-05-07 13:54:23 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557477322 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557477471 Teachers need to determine their own procedures for when to check in & grade learning contracts.
 
Ex: Students keep their work in a folder and collect a stamp each time they complete an assignment. On Friday, the folders are collected and the teacher grades 1 for accuracy. 

The attached file provides some guidance on that subject. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:54:27 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557477471 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557477807 A learning contract allows for students to perform tasks in the order they choose, but they are different from choice boards in that more than one activity needs to be completed as students work towards completing a unit. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:54:33 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557477807 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557478038 "Real World Homework" from Creative Language Class is an example of a learning contract where the teacher created one around a particular theme (Activities) and students will work their way through the sheet and have the option to create their own. ]]> 2020-05-07 13:54:37 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557478038 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557632825 Content area: All

Age level: Any

Use: To provide for ample amounts of student choice, to allow students who need a challenge a more rigorous option, allow for creativity.]]> 2020-05-07 14:45:26 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557632825 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557639742 Choice boards or choice menus provide students with a number of options for a given project. They can be more complex for secondary students, or as simple as a tic tac toe board for elementary students. ]]> 2020-05-07 14:47:48 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557639742 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557699900 Choice boards should be created so that each assignment takes approximately the same amount of time.  Assignments can vary based on learning styles and creativity. A choice board might also be broad enough that it can be used for a variety of projects. ]]> 2020-05-07 15:06:59 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557699900 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557709698 It is important to note that a choice board is not something that a student should necessarily need to complete ALL of. While a learning contract might be broken down into smaller objectives or standards that they continually work on, a choice board can be used to show a culmination of learning and would make a great end-of-unit assessment. ]]> 2020-05-07 15:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557709698 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557709949 Here is a choice board with a secondary education approach. The teacher provided a short list of requirements that ALL projects must possess and then included a choice board to inspire students. Notice that the middle space allows students to propose their own idea.]]> 2020-05-07 15:10:12 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/557709949 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558506357 Content area: All
 
Age: Could be simplified for any, easily used with secondary. 

Use: To allow for representation of a wide range of opinions, allow for movement (visual & kinesthetic learners may benefit).]]> 2020-05-07 20:39:43 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558506357 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558509414 An opinion continuum can help facilitate conversation and reasoning because as students move themselves back and forth (or not) along the line to show how much they agree or disagree, the teacher can choose students to ask about why they moved or didn't move. This is a great tool for assessment because Teachers will be able to hear how informed students are and what they remember from the content. ]]> 2020-05-07 20:41:27 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558509414 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558514249 Teacher makes a broad statement such as "Abraham Lincoln was the best president the USA has ever had." Students move along a lone of strongly agree to strongly disagree.  Teacher calls on individual students to ask them to justify their opinion and those who are in line are allowed to change their minds and move either direction along the continuum. Teachers will want to discuss respectful communication, lay ground rules, and debrief sensitive topics.]]> 2020-05-07 20:44:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558514249 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558523616 This could also be used as an icebreaker activity to get to know students better. Make a silly statement like "a hot dog is a sandwich" and let students move around the room. ]]> 2020-05-07 20:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558523616 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558525785 Another name for this activity is "Take a Stand" or "Human Barometer" in this example from the Smithsonian we see a variety of statements about social issues. After the opinion continuum, students could write a persuasive essay defending their point of view.]]> 2020-05-07 20:50:54 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558525785 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558550661 Content area: Most easily used with ELA. 

Age: Could be simplified for any, easily used with secondary. 

Use: reflection, analysis, communication, collaboration]]> 2020-05-07 21:06:51 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558550661 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558552674 In its simplest form, a literature circle is a student-focused discussion of a particular reading. ]]> 2020-05-07 21:08:11 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558552674 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558555843 This website offers an in-depth lesson plan template for using literature circles for several sessions. 

Students will need to be broken into small groups and everyone in the group needs to read the same text.  

Students should each have a specific role within their literature circle. ]]> 2020-05-07 21:10:21 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558555843 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558559637 Task cards that remind students of what their specific role is would be useful across all grade levels. When working with younger students, teachers might need to modify the vocabulary and adjust the roles accordingly.]]> 2020-05-07 21:13:02 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558559637 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558559781 This example is of younger students so the structure is a little bit more loose, but you can see that they are still discussing specific topics from a chapter they all read. ]]> 2020-05-07 21:13:08 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558559781 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558574241 This resource on Teachers Pay Teachers offers support for secondary students that is more appropriate to their level. ]]> 2020-05-07 21:23:29 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558574241 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558578506 Content area: All

Age: Any

Use: Honors multiple intelligences, variety, student engagement ]]> 2020-05-07 21:26:24 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558578506 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558592057 Perceptual learning styles refers to preferred method of learning and processing of information. Knowing more about our students and their strengths allows teachers to help their students succeed. ]]> 2020-05-07 21:36:08 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558592057 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558595393 There are numerous questionnaires available online, so teachers should seek out a grade-appropriate resource to use. Here is one from the Institute of Learning Styles ]]> 2020-05-07 21:38:39 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558595393 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558595619 For classes where many students don't know their learning style, it is helpful to spend a little bit of time investigating them, learning about each student's learning style, and asking them to create something that represents their learning style. This will give them some knowledge of themselves, ownership and confidence about how they learn, and will show the teacher and their peers as well. ]]> 2020-05-07 21:38:45 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558595619 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558595709 Lecture-based teaching won't reach all of our students, but that doesn't mean we should never do it. In a second language classroom, a much more engaging lesson about food might look like this: Some vocabulary presented in a lecture, visual aids such as photos in a powerpoint or a sample menu from a restaurant, physical manipulatives such as real foods to apply the vocabulary to, and a corner of the room set up with tables where students can practice ordering food & serving food in a restaurant. Not only will this be more memorable, but it addresses a wide range of learning styles all in one lesson.]]> 2020-05-07 21:38:50 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558595709 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558775296 Content area: All

Age: Any

Use: self-directed, critical thinking & analysis, creativity]]> 2020-05-08 00:21:25 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558775296 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558779024 This video from Edutopia shows how project-based learning is a dynamic classroom approach which requires students to solve real-world problems. ]]> 2020-05-08 00:25:13 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558779024 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558785033 Project-based learning is not intended to be an approach where the teacher dictates every part of the process. The teacher's role is to establish parameters within which the students will solve a problem. The problem should be aligned to standards and the teacher should give feedback throughout the process. ]]> 2020-05-08 00:31:24 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558785033 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558785093 This article addresses some common problems that arise with project-based learning and offers solutions. ]]> 2020-05-08 00:31:28 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558785093 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558786056 High Tech High School has dozens of real examples of student projects on their website. What is great about their examples is how the projects are represented. There are clear project descriptions, learning goals, and reflections. ]]> 2020-05-08 00:32:20 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/558786056 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559540638 Content area:  All

Age: Any

Use: critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration & cooperation]]> 2020-05-08 11:14:36 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559540638 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559541272 Game-based Learning is a type of game play with defined learning outcomes. The idea is to balance subject matter with gameplay and the ability of the student to retain and apply the subject matter.]]> 2020-05-08 11:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559541272 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559549448 Not every game will lend itself perfectly to Game-Based Learning. Prodigy advises that teachers:
1) determine the purpose 
2) play the game first 
3) engage parents 
4) dedicate time to class play and 5) assess progress
The link below offers a much more in-depth explanation of what procedure should look like and also includes an infographic for visual learners. ]]> 2020-05-08 11:21:01 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559549448 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559549642 What sets Game=based Learning apart from Project-Based Learning is an understanding of the word 'game'. If it's a game, the students need to know how to win, because that is one of the goals of playing a game. Other components of games or gamification such as leader boards or medals also can be motivating for students and these are not part of Project-Based Learning. ]]> 2020-05-08 11:21:11 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559549642 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559549765 Scavenger Hunts are a great example of Game-based Learning. NC State created a scavenger hunt to introduce students to their library. In this example, students are doing something fun and engaging to learn more about the real world. ]]> 2020-05-08 11:21:15 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559549765 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559564976 Content area: All

Age: Any

Use: organization, clarification, simplification]]> 2020-05-08 11:31:50 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559564976 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559566609 Graphic organizers are research-based and are a great tool for helping students make connections between their ideas and information. Graphic organizers are concise and help students identify important information and represent it in a slightly more visual way.]]> 2020-05-08 11:32:57 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559566609 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559569320 To effectively use graphic organizers in the classroom, teachers will need to help students by giving them direction on what kind of graphic organizer to use.

The teacher must first determine what the goal is.  If we want students to understand cause and effect, you wouldn't ask them to draw a Venn Diagram. This link provides editable templates that teachers can use as well as a manual with ideas for classroom use. 

The teacher can either print the graphic organizer and give to to the students or direct them on how to draw it and model it for the class. ]]> 2020-05-08 11:34:50 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559569320 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559569450 2020-05-08 11:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559569450 rothrocn https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559569543 This is an example of how you can use a graphic organizer at the secondary level. In an English class, students might do a project or write a paper about a character in a story. This graphic organizer provides them with support and guides them to look for textual evidence to add to their description. ]]> 2020-05-08 11:35:00 UTC https://padlet.com/rothrocn/agvdt1ggu84mtq6r/wish/559569543