Category Archives: English
Links for preservice teachers
I was recently forwarded an email from ASCD that focused on supporting preservice teachers. There were four that I think are worthy of sharing: Learning and Teaching for the Long Haul by Amy Baeder This article focuses on the relationship between … Continue reading
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The importance of planning
I’ve had about three good weeks in a row right now. I haven’t felt overwhelmed by graduate classes or teaching – and I’ve actually been able to make it to the gym 4-5 times a week. It’s a great feeling. … Continue reading
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Individual accountability with collaborative learning
It’s amazing what a good day toward the end of the week can do for an intern. I’m able to look at everything in my teaching with a positive light. And even with the things that I know I need … Continue reading
Vlog: Focusing on student engagement
This is a vlog post regarding student engagement and motivation in the classroom, as well as outlining my plans to help increase class participation. http://www.viddler.com/player/bd0ae6fe/ This video is password protected. For access to the video, please send me an e-mail … Continue reading
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The need to read difficult texts
Over the summer, I had this post about the struggles of teaching a difficult text. You can read a little more about my questions and thoughts in that blog post, but I want to draw attention to something that a … Continue reading
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Overcoming Beowulf
Quite an interesting week at my placement as we started Beowulf on Monday. There’s no question that Beowulf is a difficult text – for seniors and myself. I find myself having to do quick Google searches for definitions of words, … Continue reading
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Student motivation: Part I
I was going to title this something like “Who to blame when it comes to student motivation,” but the word “blame” seemed too negative. And I couldn’t think of anything creative because I thought it might take away from the … Continue reading
