Category Archives: Student Teaching
Why authentic literacy matters when it comes to student achievement
In preparing for active research project between a couple of my graduate classes, I was fortunate enough to be directed to an article that appeared in a July 2008 copy of English Journal. In the article, “Research Matters: Authentic Literacy and Student … Continue reading
Machiavelli the teacher?
This is kind of interesting. In reading and preparing for my lessons this upcoming week on Niccolo Machiavelli‘s rules for a prince or leader, I couldn’t stop thinking about his rules as if that leader was a teacher. Call it … Continue reading
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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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