Chapter 4c (140-160)
This portion of the text was extremely packed with information which was organized into varying lists that, though helpful, were extensive and tedious. I felt as if I was just reading for the sake of reading, rather than taking in information. The book outlines the many possible shortcomings of teachers with many examples for each, some of which I honestly can't believe a teacher would do, but were helpful in explaining things such as 'Negative Touch Control' and 'Capricious'.
Chapter 5a (163-184)
This chapter had a lot of material which I've already been exposed to, though nothing not worth reading and learning again. I had honestly completely forgot that I may have to supervise 'advisory programs' which were called homeroom at my middle school. Apparently, the purpose of that homeroom was to 'ensure adult advocacy for each students', while in reality I never spoke to my homeroom teacher, as my friends and I played Tap Tap Revolution on our ipods. I hope to be more involved with my students on a person bases, though I'm sure all aspiring teachers say that until they actually become teachers.
I did enjoy how the book outlined and defined the components of an instructional plan and I wish I had taken this class earlier in my academic career, because it would have helped me back when I was struggling to make my first lesson plans.
Andrew, this portion of the chapter was packed with a ton of information. I am sorry it was tedious, and felt like you were just reading rather than taking in information. But it did bring up some helpful tips for avoiding those teacher mistakes in the classroom, and getting rid of the negative behavior in your classroom to maintain classroom management.
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ReplyDeleteAndrew, awesome that you plan on being more involved with your students than some of your former teachers. Advisory periods and programs are important to making the school and classroom a better place.
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