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in reply to: 5.6 Choice Board Peer Review #9972

I think it’s cool that you know how to use Canva so well, It looks awesome!

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in reply to: 5.6 Choice Board Peer Review #9971

I like the simplicity of your choice board. No one can say they don’t understand.

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in reply to: 5.6 Choice Board Peer Review #9970

My choice board is for a final project that my sixth graders complete at the end of the novel Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry. They are given creative options, as well as the opportunity to get their own idea approved as long as it follows the same parameters and guidelines.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wErZF9qVZ5JYDReg0ylFQbfgqzEJWRKsauxZgrsVBtE/edit

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in reply to: 5.2 Supporting Diverse Students #9964

This is definitely true and on top of that their parents misuse the 504 or IEP as a means for their scholar to either try to get out of work of turn it in way past the three days given.

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in reply to: 5.2 Supporting Diverse Students #9963

There are a lot of similarities is 504s and IEPs, The way it was explained to me was there are more resources/services available to the student with an IEP.

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in reply to: 5.2 Supporting Diverse Students #9962

I am seeing a lot more %04’s and students needing accommodations. Unfortunately, it seems like a lot of students abuse accommodations and use them as a means of getting out of required work. I am not saying it is true for everyone< but I see hot passes being misused and late work polices misused, and a lack of effort. Accommodations are mean to help the student succeed not to give them an excuse not to do what need to be done. On the contrary accommodations really do help some of my students that just need a little extra time to process. I believe is is a hard struggle for an ESL student to be put in a mainstream classroom with minimal supports. It’s stressful for both the student and the teacher. It’s a slippery slope the teacher can do as much as they know how to , and it will still be a challenge for the ESL student to keep the pace even with accommodations.

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in reply to: 3.5 Your Hyperdoc #9937

Students will select a word to show their intentions for 2024 and create a one page explanation of their word. They must explain why it works for you them and
create a visual poster with technology to reflect your word as a symbol. A rubric has been provide in the “One Word” link below. My lesson is for 6th grade English students.

One Word project, this link describes the project and gives the students directions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uuyhik96zbcElMUAda9Y0fK-KayXYaThLlHa8bZjReY/edit

This link provides students with resources regarding how to find a quote for the assignment, but this platform will not allow me to share it.

I had another link to let students know how the project/assignment should be submitted, but this platform will not allow me to submit it.

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in reply to: 2.6 Tech Tool Tic-Tac-Toe #9912

I’ve been hearing a lot about Kahoot; good to hear it’s good for test prep.

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in reply to: 2.6 Tech Tool Tic-Tac-Toe #9911

Canva always looks so cool. I see so many interesting things made with Canva. It’s a goal of mine

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in reply to: 2.6 Tech Tool Tic-Tac-Toe #9910

I used Quizziz https://quizizz.com/join?gc=93473114 , Google slides, and flip. I am lease familiar with flip/voice thread. I am most familiar with quizziz and google slides so I enjoyed those the most. I struggle with technology that I am unfamiliar with. My goal is to get better with a variety of different platforms, so I can use them with with my students.

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in reply to: 2.4 Your Digital Home Base #9828

Here is the link to my Canvas homepage: https://tsc.instructure.com/courses/48370

Here you can find my contact information and the agenda for my class, which states what we will be doing everyday. There are also links to articles and resources that a student may need access to in the event they are absent or need another copy. Students can also get announcements from me in the announcement section where I can give a direct message to the entire class. I list due dates of important projects on the home page as well as in the calendar. This helps students have access to me and all of the information they may need. This also helps them with time management.

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in reply to: 1.8 Challenges of Teaching Online #9810

The thing I find the most challenging about online teaching is not being able to explain something in-person if a student is confused about something because I thought I would have the same resources available to me. I know know that I would have the same resources available to me. I would just have to utilize them in a different way. Instead of talking to the student in person I could have a live session one on one or make a video using the same resources and examples. Learning that there are a variety of ways to reach students will make me a better online teacher. There is more than one way to peel an apple and after reading this lesson, I now know that different does not mean impossible. It can still be done by alternative means. Exploring these new strategies can make me a better online teacher because it has helped me realize that I have to be more open-minded when trying to accomplished tasks, especial when not in-person

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in reply to: 1.6 Streamlining Your Digital Workspace #9807

I use a large dry erase white board with a calendar for my daily agenda in addition to Canvas. This helps students know exactly where we left of each day and what we did that day. The calendar is posted for the entire month. So if a student is absent, all they have to do is look at the calendar to see exactly what we did, where we left off, and what they missed to know what materials they need. In each box for every day I stated what is done for every class period, so it is clear what was done or what needs to be made up. This is a great brain aligned tool for students because when they know what is coming and what is expected of them, they feel safe.

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in reply to: Discussion Post Topic: Visions and Actions #9773

I prioritize relationship building with my students because I genuinely care about them and how their day is going. I care about their lives beyond school; particularly because I know that it affects school as they are a whole person, more than just a student. I often ask my students about their weekend and holiday plans. In the beginning of the year especially during the first week we do a lot of icebreakers and getting to know you activities so we can get to know one another on more than just a surface level. We spend a lot of time with each other, so it is important to be able to understand where a person is coming form or how they may be feeling or at least be comfortable enough to ask. I will establish a positive learning community by making sure my students have a safe place to express their ideas, ask questions, and get help when needed. We have/will participate in peer editing activities where they will help one another as well as activities where I help them traditionally. I bring my curriculum to life by finding a plethora a ways to portray the material. I use fun raps, poems, I rhyme, I use YouTube videos, board examples, and good old fashioned demonstration and explanation. I show my students compassion by giving them some leeway on deadline and allowing them to do assignments over when I know it is not their best, and being understanding of extenuating circumstances. Also If I see that the entire class has done poorly I reteach the material and/or adjust the score accordingly. I make sure they understand the information that was being taught.

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in reply to: Feedback and Student Agency #9766

I agree students do get comfortable in routines and routines are healthy, but i think it is also ok to do something different sometimes to break up the monotony to keep them interested in the subject matter.

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