January 16, 2012
I had a coaching opportunity to observe two math classes in third and fourth grade. I saw some very good teaching and got a couple ideas to bring back to my own classroom. As one teacher stated, reflection and preparation make for a great lesson.
January 20, 2012
I was able to chat with the fourth grade teacher and give her a couple ideas. I think what she needed to conclude on her own was that preparation makes for a great lesson. I shared how observing the same lesson I just taught had sparked a couple ideas for making it better and for helping students think deeper.
January 25, 2012
I found it pretty easy to conference with the third grade teacher. He is so open to trying new things to help manage his very busy class. I gave him some listening activities, a chime, the call and response ideas I got in La Crosse a year ago, and a few quick math focus activities. I will also look into CESA 11 resources and see if I can find a Me Moves video. A couple other teachers are using them for about five minutes a day to help calm and focus students.
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