Thursday, October 24, 2013
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Ways to Stop Bullying in Schools (Blog #17)
I feel like starting off at very young ages to promote non bullying is more affective than starting out at older ages. However, I plan on working with older kids and have a few ideas on how to control this situation. From the get go, I will make it known to my class that there is a no tolerance for bullying rule. If I find out that they are, there will be consequences. The way I am going to help friendships throughout the classroom and create diverse relationships, is getting to know the kids first in the class and after a few weeks assign groups with kids I think will get along with one another. I will switch the groups up every other week that way everyone can know everyone. I feel like there can at least be one person in each class that someone can be friends with.
If it ever got to an extreme point where I felt like one or more students were getting bullied way to much, I would intervene with a bullying presentation. I would bring in different videos and stories from older students about bulling that I know would make a difference. I feel like teachers can make a big difference on if there is bullying or not. I don't think teachers realize the effect they can have on a group of students who bully other students. Yes it takes time but it's worth the help in the end to build better kids of character. And yes, sometimes kids can be overdramatic and make it seem like they are being bullied, but no matter the situation, it is the teachers responsibility to watch out for every student they have.
Cyberbullying is another type of bullying that teachers have to watch out for and help. This may not be as common in elementary schools as it is in middle and high school but there are students that are cyberbullied everyday. The reason cyberbulling is so popular is because it is an outlet for hate while also being a coward at the same time. If a teacher finds this to be a problem in their classroom, I would hope that they would have some sort of "workshop" that relieves the situation and builds better friendships.
If it ever got to an extreme point where I felt like one or more students were getting bullied way to much, I would intervene with a bullying presentation. I would bring in different videos and stories from older students about bulling that I know would make a difference. I feel like teachers can make a big difference on if there is bullying or not. I don't think teachers realize the effect they can have on a group of students who bully other students. Yes it takes time but it's worth the help in the end to build better kids of character. And yes, sometimes kids can be overdramatic and make it seem like they are being bullied, but no matter the situation, it is the teachers responsibility to watch out for every student they have.
Cyberbullying is another type of bullying that teachers have to watch out for and help. This may not be as common in elementary schools as it is in middle and high school but there are students that are cyberbullied everyday. The reason cyberbulling is so popular is because it is an outlet for hate while also being a coward at the same time. If a teacher finds this to be a problem in their classroom, I would hope that they would have some sort of "workshop" that relieves the situation and builds better friendships.
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Augmented reality snags a coverted spot in classrooms (Blog #16)
Summary
Augmented reality is a new teaching device where students can learn through their phone or tablet. It's a new and exciting way to teach now. Students really like this process because it is real life materials in their hands that they are learning from and can actually get out of their seat and explore.One teacher describes how he has used the new technology to teach students about different periods of war, by breaking parts up and having them piece them together in order.
Opinion
I believe that augmented reality is an okay technique to teach children with. Yes, it is so great to be able to say, "Grab your phones for your lesson." But what if they're not doing what they're supposed to on their phone? What if they are playing candy crush or texting friends instead of listening to the lesson? If there was a way to control the temptation of social media and texting and games in the classroom, then I don't see a problem with this teaching technique at all.
Augmented reality is a new teaching device where students can learn through their phone or tablet. It's a new and exciting way to teach now. Students really like this process because it is real life materials in their hands that they are learning from and can actually get out of their seat and explore.One teacher describes how he has used the new technology to teach students about different periods of war, by breaking parts up and having them piece them together in order.
Opinion
I believe that augmented reality is an okay technique to teach children with. Yes, it is so great to be able to say, "Grab your phones for your lesson." But what if they're not doing what they're supposed to on their phone? What if they are playing candy crush or texting friends instead of listening to the lesson? If there was a way to control the temptation of social media and texting and games in the classroom, then I don't see a problem with this teaching technique at all.
Five Essentials to Creating Connected Students (Blog #15)
Summary
The article talks about how students of today are using more and more technology to learn. The author believes that teachers need to step up and actually teach their students how to use technology or it's going to be pointless for them to use it. Social media sites can be a great tool for students in the classroom. but until they know what a twitter or blog is, how will they be able to use it? The author discusses five essentials for well-connected students. 1) Being connected in appropriate ways. 2) Publishing their academic works. 3) Know how to converse on the web. 4) The ability to know when to put down their devices and focus on the real world. 5) Pursuing new things.
Opinion
I agree with the author to a certain degree.Yes, it is important to teach kids how to use technology. But teachers should not spend too much time teaching on it because most students already know the basics of the internet and social media websites. I remember when I was younger, we had no idea what social media even was. But kids that I tutor or go observe know exactly what a twitter and facebook are. I think we should stress more importance on how to use teachnology and social media sites safely instead of doing step by step instructions on how to use a computer.
The article talks about how students of today are using more and more technology to learn. The author believes that teachers need to step up and actually teach their students how to use technology or it's going to be pointless for them to use it. Social media sites can be a great tool for students in the classroom. but until they know what a twitter or blog is, how will they be able to use it? The author discusses five essentials for well-connected students. 1) Being connected in appropriate ways. 2) Publishing their academic works. 3) Know how to converse on the web. 4) The ability to know when to put down their devices and focus on the real world. 5) Pursuing new things.
Opinion
I agree with the author to a certain degree.Yes, it is important to teach kids how to use technology. But teachers should not spend too much time teaching on it because most students already know the basics of the internet and social media websites. I remember when I was younger, we had no idea what social media even was. But kids that I tutor or go observe know exactly what a twitter and facebook are. I think we should stress more importance on how to use teachnology and social media sites safely instead of doing step by step instructions on how to use a computer.
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Why Tough Teachers Get Good Results (Blog #13)
Summary
Using an old fashion tradition, such as strictness, works to make kids do better in school. The new conventional system is a gentler approach with new ides such as projects and collaborative learning. However, Joanne Lipman thinks otherwise and thinks that there is nothing wrong with memorization and pounding information into a child's head. There are 8 principles that try to prove why the conventional method is wrong. They include: A little pain is good for you, Drill - baby - drill, Failure is an option, strict is better that nice, creativity can be learned, grit trumps talent, praise makes you weak, praise while stress makes you strong.
Opinion
In a sense, I agree with some of the opinions while others I disagree with completely. And the principles I do agree with, I agree to a certain level. Do I think that we need more discipline in schools? YES! There are way too many kids that are being brought up to be lazy and have everything handed to them. That's just what America is teaching society these days. Sometimes I even feel the laziness of society in my own school work. I believe that once the class enters the room for the first time, you have to have a more strict persona about you than normal so that they know they are in a classroom that takes learning seriously. Then gradually along the way become a little more silly and goofy. It's worked with me when I teach color guard for band or dance teams, so I assume it would work with children as well. I also believe that America doesn't teach kids well enough that it's okay to fail. I believe kids are raised to think that success is the only option to rise to the top and be a great student. I completely disagree because unless you fail, you never learn. And kids don't quite understand that. I also believe that if you give TOO MUCH praise, then yes, the child becomes weak. But I've grown to learn that you must give credit where credit is due. If I tell a child to fix something and they do, obviously I will give them positive feedback. But if they fix it and it's not correct and I see that no effort was put into it, then I will call them out on it and ask how they can make it better. I believe the article has some good, strong points. But in today's society, those points can be stressed only so far.
Using an old fashion tradition, such as strictness, works to make kids do better in school. The new conventional system is a gentler approach with new ides such as projects and collaborative learning. However, Joanne Lipman thinks otherwise and thinks that there is nothing wrong with memorization and pounding information into a child's head. There are 8 principles that try to prove why the conventional method is wrong. They include: A little pain is good for you, Drill - baby - drill, Failure is an option, strict is better that nice, creativity can be learned, grit trumps talent, praise makes you weak, praise while stress makes you strong.
Opinion
In a sense, I agree with some of the opinions while others I disagree with completely. And the principles I do agree with, I agree to a certain level. Do I think that we need more discipline in schools? YES! There are way too many kids that are being brought up to be lazy and have everything handed to them. That's just what America is teaching society these days. Sometimes I even feel the laziness of society in my own school work. I believe that once the class enters the room for the first time, you have to have a more strict persona about you than normal so that they know they are in a classroom that takes learning seriously. Then gradually along the way become a little more silly and goofy. It's worked with me when I teach color guard for band or dance teams, so I assume it would work with children as well. I also believe that America doesn't teach kids well enough that it's okay to fail. I believe kids are raised to think that success is the only option to rise to the top and be a great student. I completely disagree because unless you fail, you never learn. And kids don't quite understand that. I also believe that if you give TOO MUCH praise, then yes, the child becomes weak. But I've grown to learn that you must give credit where credit is due. If I tell a child to fix something and they do, obviously I will give them positive feedback. But if they fix it and it's not correct and I see that no effort was put into it, then I will call them out on it and ask how they can make it better. I believe the article has some good, strong points. But in today's society, those points can be stressed only so far.
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