Today's assigned reading was really interesting. Word recognition seemed like it entails difficult lessons! However, after further reading I came to the understanding that it might actually be fun. With activities such as picture clues and word chunks it now seems less intimidating. I was also able to look back on our notes and realize that we could use some of the other strategies from the lecture last week to teach word recognition. One strategy that I thought could be really useful involves labeling. Having a print-rich environment could really help the students learn their words. Other useful strategies are word of the day and rhyme reading/recitation. I could definitely see myself using these strategies and searching for more that might be useful in teaching word recognition.
The common core standards implementation was another article assigned for today. I really think it should be implemented here on Guam because I feel that it will help our students become better students. They will be able to transition to the career field and college easily with the help of the common core standards. The one thing I like about common core standards is the uniformity. The goals are the same per grade level, and hopefully the same outcomes as well.
I love the idea of labeling. I remember in elementary I had one teacher who had objects labeled throughout the classroom. She labeling things like the pencil sharpener, the sink, the chalkboard, even the restroom! I may not have been aware of it, but I now understand the reason for it and how effective it can be. Plus the idea of children learning during play/non-instructional time is always a plus!
ReplyDeleteThere were a lot of great ideas and tools we can use in our classroom. I am happy that we are getting some new ideas to keep a mixture of what we want to teach in our classrooms. I am sure once the Common Core is implemented we will adjust. But for now preparation is key.
ReplyDeleteAs a mother of two high school students, I have always been concerned whether they will graduate with enough skills to succeed in college. My oldest daughter is a senior and has applied for off island colleges. Even though I know that she is intelligent and determined, I am worried that her teachers have not prepared her for the work that she will encounter while in college. I am hoping that the implementation of the common core will equip students with the skills needed to succeed after high school.
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