Most recent public comments by Aline Vushaj https://nowcomment.com/users/82634 https://nowcomment.com/documents/212054?scroll_to=2012851 https://nowcomment.com/documents/212054?scroll_to=2012851 During which period does James need to go to bathroom the most? Perhaps if one were to observe the time and setting in which James needs to use the bathroom and tally it up, one can figure out a correlation to the studies being taught and the amount of times James leaves to the bathroom. Maybe James does this as a way to escape from doing something or learning about a subject he does not like or is not good at. Using the bathroom gives him the excuse to not participate and buys him time to avoid doing so. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:33:00 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219161?scroll_to=2012833 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219161?scroll_to=2012833 I imagine he must feel a certain loss in not being able to experience new things that parallel his interest and what he would like to do as a profession. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:26:51 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219161?scroll_to=2012830 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219161?scroll_to=2012830 This makes sense to me because he needs an outlet to cure his boredom, and distracting others is a way to keep himself entertained. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:25:19 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219161?scroll_to=2012828 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219161?scroll_to=2012828 I imagine he must feel the shift in change; going from always doing something to having to stay at home must be a challenge. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:24:06 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012796 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012796 Do I have it that even though she is expected to take care of the household and her younger siblings, she enjoys doing so and enjoys learning new things to cook for her family? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:21:25 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012793 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012793 I can imagine how bullying can make her feel even more low. There is a lot of expectation that Tiffany is facing in most aspects of her life and bullying is something that will most definitely affect an individual's attitude. Mon, 09 Jan 2023 10:33:58 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012789 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012789 This makes sense to me because I too have anxiety when forced to speak in front of a large group of people. However, I am able to speak better if it in smaller groups. Tiffany may feel pressured with so many people watching her, and her stuttering clearly effects her ability to perform/speak. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:17:20 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012771 https://nowcomment.com/documents/219986?scroll_to=2012771 I can imagine how difficult this must be not only for her mother but on herself, being only 16 and having so much expected of her outside of school and learning. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:13:44 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012753 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012753 Sounds like Steven is eager to learn new things, but may have problems receiving the new information. Some questions to think about is how to present this information in an outlet that will make it easier for Steven to grasp, and what modalities he may be struggling with. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:10:49 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012752 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012752 I can imagine it seems like he behaves this way to try to get out of something; to escape the problem Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:12:22 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012751 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012751 Is there more to this? any noticeable triggers that may have a connection as to why he experiences certain moods? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:11:58 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012750 https://nowcomment.com/documents/220664?scroll_to=2012750 What is he diagnosed with? Mon, 09 Jan 2023 10:33:58 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/212002?scroll_to=2012746 https://nowcomment.com/documents/212002?scroll_to=2012746 maybe use of visuals to illustrate each step could help since she does well with these kinds of aids. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:03:16 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/212002?scroll_to=2012743 https://nowcomment.com/documents/212002?scroll_to=2012743 Does she she shutdown when she gets answers wrong or doesn't know the answer? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:01:43 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207318?scroll_to=2012679 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207318?scroll_to=2012679 This is a great lesson plan activity that incorporates math into other subjects relevant to current news. Fri, 11 Sep 2020 14:19:19 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207324?scroll_to=2012656 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207324?scroll_to=2012656 This is very similar to the video that my previous job created and utilized to inform our students about the coronavirus. Working at a child care center, when all in person learning became remote, our team had to brainstorm on how to keep students engaged and learn about what was happening around them. Our wonderful Puppetry instructor, Andy Gaukel, created a puppetry video to showcase to our students. A link is provided below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rew9c4GanZk Thu, 10 Sep 2020 20:43:15 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207324?scroll_to=2012214 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207324?scroll_to=2012214 Yes Juanita! I agree with your comments on how beneficial visuals can be as instructional tools when teaching various content. Visuals help students with different learning styles gain knowledge through the outlet they learn best through which in this case could be visually or auditory. Another outlet to teach about viruses and germs and the importance of hygiene could be through hands-on demonstrations such as seen in the youtube link I provided below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KirHm_sYfI Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:53:29 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208357?scroll_to=2012196 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208357?scroll_to=2012196 I agree with your comments Lu, I think this article is geared for the higher grade levels, but packed with visuals to aid students to visually see how viruses work within the human body system. This could count as a reference in a lesson plan that gears towards learning about the human body, the immune system, and how everything works. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:47:24 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208763?scroll_to=2012183 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208763?scroll_to=2012183 I understand that people are annoyed about the back and forth protocol of masks, but burning free masks is, in my opinion, a wasteful tactic. There are other viable methods to illustrate your feelings rather than burning masks - it effects on the economic scale. Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:37:57 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208763?scroll_to=2012154 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208763?scroll_to=2012154 I think organizations continue to change their tune or rules because they are rolling with the punches so to speak. They are also in the dark and trying their best to equip others on how to proceed in the world even with the little knowledge they have. This reminds me of what is currently going on with school reopening and the safety procedures that must be met before kids can start going back to in person learning. While this may seem annoying to many parents and leave teachers frustrated at how to proceed with their mode of instructional learning, it is best to remember that everyone is trying their best to accommodate everything at such a short span of time. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:35:40 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/174837?scroll_to=2012132 https://nowcomment.com/documents/174837?scroll_to=2012132 Emmie, I agree with what you said and I believe the visuals that accompany each step on how to protect themselves is great for those who are more visual learners to understand the content. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 19:34:29 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/174837?scroll_to=2011778 https://nowcomment.com/documents/174837?scroll_to=2011778 What a great instrument of media to teach kids about the corona virus! Students like EJ, the child I wrote a descriptive review about, loves using his iPad and reading Graphic novels, so this would be a great outlet to use to get him interested and informed about what this virus is and how he can protect himself by using daily hygiene. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 11:00:49 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011744 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011744 This freedom allows students to trust their own thinking and challenges them to be independent in their own learning. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:29:21 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011741 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011741 confirmation inquiry and guided inquiry both rely on teacher -led instruction. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:28:05 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011736 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011736 one example is the 5 E's model! Getting kids engaged through an introduction that hooks them from the beginning. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:24:09 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011735 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206835?scroll_to=2011735 This reminds me of the 5 E's model I learned in my summer EDE 717 Science methodologies class. One way in which teachers can teach students inquiry based skills is through the 5 E's model. Lesson plans can be structured through phases of Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate and Evaluate. Once students are able to elaborate on their understanding, they can apply what they've learned to new situations. This deepens their learning and their skills. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:22:46 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206832?scroll_to=2011715 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206832?scroll_to=2011715 I believe, especially in this age now and this pandemic, the most important question to think about is how we can make education more digitally relevant. This is one of the "BURNING QUESTIONS" I had brainstormed and am grateful to see it being asked by other people as well!. Engaging young people is also an important factor in getting them to connect to the content that is being taught, but one that needs to be reviewed even more so now that most of their learning is now done remotely. Children are meant to explore and move around, so keeping their interests long enough for them to sit down and be engaged digitally for extended periods is a challenge. One of my focus as a future teacher would be how to transcribe curriculum to be multimodal and incorporate the many strands of media. As Ernest Morrell said, students have fun exploring and using different technologies. That is why it is important that we have to take them seriously and pay attention to them and what they have to offer. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:37:18 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206832?scroll_to=2011699 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206832?scroll_to=2011699 "There are no failures in the world of cultures. Everybody has an area of expertise..... it's only in school where we separate kids into success and failure" Very thought provoking! This is real and sadly true. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:04:48 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206841?scroll_to=2011675 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206841?scroll_to=2011675 culturally responsive = integrating/including students' cultural background or references into all aspects of learning. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 09:59:57 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206841?scroll_to=2011013 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206841?scroll_to=2011013 This is critical, as we as future educators, will need to focus on how to teach this way. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:26:29 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206841?scroll_to=2011006 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206841?scroll_to=2011006 Not only is it unfair, but support should be given for teachers in general. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:22:34 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010999 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010999 I agree. How can this gap in instruction be remedied? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:15:09 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010994 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010994 Doesn't this mean more professional development for teachers, who would also need to gain knowledge in using these media outlets before using them as instructional tools for their students? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:12:14 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010987 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010987 So well said. My thoughts exactly. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:07:01 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010986 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010986 What a great idea!! People have the opportunity to gain insight from real personal stories rather than reading impersonal history texts. Allows for more authenticity. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:05:58 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010982 https://nowcomment.com/documents/206846?scroll_to=2010982 This is so true. Never thought about it before. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:02:49 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010953 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010953 Has the teacher ever asked Jane why she is less enthusiastic or interested in learning that deals with writing? What parts about writing makes Jane not like it? Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:32:07 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010949 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010949 Again, perhaps medication can influence her pace Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:40:31 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010947 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010947 Maybe a quick one-on-one instruction prior to main lesson can benefit for Jane Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:38:38 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010946 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010946 is there any underlying connection or theme to her artistic creations? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:37:09 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010944 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010944 What genre of books does Jane like to read? Is there a connection in theme, characters, etc.? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:36:03 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010941 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010941 How can educators use this knowledge of student's interest and integrate it towards their instructional teaching of content? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:34:31 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010925 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010925 is there anything that the teacher does or say that may impact Jane to act this way with adults? What are the underlying behaviors or triggers that can be observed during these interactions? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:32:40 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010922 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010922 As Lesley commented, being comfortable is a significant component for schooling. Since student is observed to interact with this one peer, it could mean that she feels comfortable enough to be herself around him and show her true personality. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:29:52 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010904 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010904 Why is Jane on medication? And what kind of medication is being prescribed? Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:21:52 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010903 https://nowcomment.com/documents/208695?scroll_to=2010903 Lesley, I agree with you in that medication can have side effects that may alter student's mood, especially in a young child. One side effect could definitely cause the student to seem 'calm'. According to the varying dosages used, they could be heavily sedated. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:20:53 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207234?scroll_to=1946301 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207234?scroll_to=1946301 I agree with you Juanita that one problem could be in the different ways they assessing their students. One suggestion could be to ask the teacher what their methods of assessing are and explaining your reasons for the way you assessed. Mon, 03 Aug 2020 23:53:41 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207234?scroll_to=1946300 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207234?scroll_to=1946300 Perhaps they are alluding to all the other staff members that students interact with briefly throughout the day. For example, the lunch lady or when they are transitioning to other classrooms and there is an interaction with the gym or art or music teacher. Sometimes there are staff members who come into the classroom and visit. During these brief encounters, were it to happen a few times, there may be behavior that is reasonable to be noted and not dismissed. Tue, 11 Aug 2020 01:29:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207234?scroll_to=1946299 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207234?scroll_to=1946299 This is a time for the other side to chime in and ask questions they need answered before taking the next step. With that being said, this is a vital step in this process as these questions could define how things can go. Mon, 03 Aug 2020 23:45:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946297 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946297 I agree with you Jonathan. Figuring out what learning objectives coincide with your lesson plans is something that requires practice. One technique that was recently supplied during my summer course is to work backwards - end with the learning objectives after going through your lesson plan. Mon, 03 Aug 2020 23:36:27 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946296 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946296 Right away, students would see the strong and explicit verb that they are required to learn how to do by the end of the lesson. Verbs like define, calculate, list, compare and contrast, are strong simple and straight to the point - and also clear. Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:44:50 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946295 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946295 Themes and student outcomes of the LUTE conceptual framework are stated in the beginning of many of our courses syllabi. These are the guidelines that we as students are expected to practice in during our time within the course, hence OUR own learning objectives. Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:39:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946293 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946293 Learning objectives might be modified when it is evident a large majority of students seem to be struggling to learn. Also, it can be modified when it is not clearly defined enough or immeasurable. Mon, 14 Sep 2020 14:38:37 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946264 https://nowcomment.com/documents/207229?scroll_to=1946264 Learning Goals (objectives) are skills or standards that are measurable and the basis of your lesson plan. These goals are the key takeaways teachers want students to learn as part of the content they are teaching. Basically, it is the main reason for the crafting and implementation of your lesson plan. Mon, 03 Aug 2020 23:16:16 -0400