29 February 2008
Feb 19th & Feb 26th
The answers to your questions are on the posts from these two dates. Pay attention, students ;-)
Two Assignments?
Are there two assignments? Do we email our field report, as well as, our reflective journal before next Friday or is the reflective journal (5 days) something we hand in as a collection of entries at the end?
28 February 2008
tomorrow in the field
Just a few pointers:
In both schools you'll have to sign in and wear name tags. The secretary in the main office will help you, and as you show up, I expect you'll help each other. I'm pretty sure the principal will meet with you for a short orientation and assignments. Share any info with each other on the floor plan (i.e. where the restrooms are, teacher's room for breaks and lunch, and anything else that you learn that will be helpful.
Remember to show up on time, park on the street, bring your lunch, turn off your mobile phone--no not on vibrate...off! No chewing gum, a notebook and pen...be attentive, helpful and well-mannered. Take a look at the your handbook, or bring it with you just to be sure about observing and recording what's necessary for your field report. I'll probably stop by before noon, but might not see you all when I'm walking around. I may beckon to you from the door to come out...just come on out to the hall if I do...
I'm sure you're going to be fine; be very observant--the more you catch the more you learn. I can't wait to see your impressions here...so be sure to share!
Have fun--see you tomorrow!
In both schools you'll have to sign in and wear name tags. The secretary in the main office will help you, and as you show up, I expect you'll help each other. I'm pretty sure the principal will meet with you for a short orientation and assignments. Share any info with each other on the floor plan (i.e. where the restrooms are, teacher's room for breaks and lunch, and anything else that you learn that will be helpful.
Remember to show up on time, park on the street, bring your lunch, turn off your mobile phone--no not on vibrate...off! No chewing gum, a notebook and pen...be attentive, helpful and well-mannered. Take a look at the your handbook, or bring it with you just to be sure about observing and recording what's necessary for your field report. I'll probably stop by before noon, but might not see you all when I'm walking around. I may beckon to you from the door to come out...just come on out to the hall if I do...
I'm sure you're going to be fine; be very observant--the more you catch the more you learn. I can't wait to see your impressions here...so be sure to share!
Have fun--see you tomorrow!
Darfur pictures
Hey everyone, on the Kean site they have the Darfur pictures up. On one of them you can see our backs Lol. They look good just thought I would mention them.
26 February 2008
Field Reports & Reflections
Professor Tomich, for our field visit coming up this friday, do you want us to focus on both sections A and B from the Introductory Field Experience Handbook (p.18) when doing our field reports and reflections since last friday there was a snow day?
25 February 2008
2nd round
We've got Maria & Mayra for May 2nd...we could use about 4 more for that day; don't be shy...thanks you two!
24 February 2008
Most Recent Link to Comparative Indicators of Education
This is the most updated version I could find of the last link that Prof. Tomich had posted. This was released August 2007. You would need to go to "online availability" and download the file.
23 February 2008
Not busy work
Since you're not busy writing field reports and reflections, I decided to visit an old Blog to find some sites some of my former students found interesting. Take a look at some of these--if they're a bit out of date, post some new info for us.
Also, think about what you'd like to make your next presentation on. I know that some of you haven't had a first pass yet, but we could add some second presentations when we have time. Suggestions include: After-school programs, inclusion, bullying,
favoritism in the classroom...and I'm sure you can think of others.
Meanwhile:
http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2007163
http://k6educators.about.com/od/helpfornewteachers/tp/mistakes_new.htm
http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2005/2005021.pdf
(I know that last one is old--can you find some current info on the subject?)
So...hope you enjoy reading and sharing your thoughts on these topics...
Also, think about what you'd like to make your next presentation on. I know that some of you haven't had a first pass yet, but we could add some second presentations when we have time. Suggestions include: After-school programs, inclusion, bullying,
favoritism in the classroom...and I'm sure you can think of others.
Meanwhile:
http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2007163
http://k6educators.about.com/od/helpfornewteachers/tp/mistakes_new.htm
http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2005/2005021.pdf
(I know that last one is old--can you find some current info on the subject?)
So...hope you enjoy reading and sharing your thoughts on these topics...
Darfur Update
I read today in The Star-Ledger that the situation has worsened. According to the report, the U.N. is unable to reach refugees in Chad with food supplies because of aerial bombardment. I also read in my community paper that my alma mater, J.P. Stevens in Edison, has organized a fundraiser for Darfur. So the issue is on the minds of local teens. At least that is good news.
22 February 2008
Enjoy your snow day!
No make-up class for today...but let me remind you that there is an assignment here on this Blog that you are to complete. Maybe today would be a good day for you to create that poster using Excel...
21 February 2008
Your first field visit!
Even though I visited both schools, I didn't get to see either principal. NBD...
If the weather is really bad early in the morning, check the school's website, or call the Board of Ed in the town you'll be visiting---just in case it's a snow day.
Please be patient if the principal can't get to see you, or can't meet with you right away (especially if the weather's bad)...just take it easy, look around, take in the atmosphere and relax.
Can't wait to hear your first impressions--good luck!
19 February 2008
Read this note regarding our classroom visits.
From : Melissa Tomich
Sent : Tuesday, February 19, 2008 9:40 AM
To : Maija Johnson
Subject : Re: field reports/reflective journal
| | | Inbox
Attachment : tomichm.vcf (< 0.01 MB)
Hi Maija.
Both are due a week after your visit. No handwritten assignments--only typed. My
poor eyes wouldn't be able to take it!
Yes, concentrate on A this time, B next time, then C. Start with A again at the
new school.
Each assignment should be saved identifying what it is, and also with your name,
i.e. Field Report #1, Maija Johnson 2.29.08 (or something similar to that) And
also be sure to include your name on the assignment too, so when I print it out
I know who's it is!
Do you think you can copy and paste this email exchange into a post on our blog?
(You can exclude this part...) I would really appreciate it, and it would
clarify things for the others.
Thanks,
M. Tomich
PS: I'm going out to the schools today...
----- Original Message -----
From: Maija Johnson
Date: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 9:22 am
Subject: field reports/reflective journal
> Hi,
>
> A few questions, just to confirm:
>
> The field reports should be emailed to you and the reflective
> journal is a
> separate entity that you will read later? Do you want the journal
> in a
> particular form--notebook, handwritten?
>
> We will only be focusing on A. questions 1-4 on page 18 blue
> handbook for
> our first field visit?
>
> Thanks,
> Maija
>
Sent : Tuesday, February 19, 2008 9:40 AM
To : Maija Johnson
Subject : Re: field reports/reflective journal
| | | Inbox
Attachment : tomichm.vcf (< 0.01 MB)
Hi Maija.
Both are due a week after your visit. No handwritten assignments--only typed. My
poor eyes wouldn't be able to take it!
Yes, concentrate on A this time, B next time, then C. Start with A again at the
new school.
Each assignment should be saved identifying what it is, and also with your name,
i.e. Field Report #1, Maija Johnson 2.29.08 (or something similar to that) And
also be sure to include your name on the assignment too, so when I print it out
I know who's it is!
Do you think you can copy and paste this email exchange into a post on our blog?
(You can exclude this part...) I would really appreciate it, and it would
clarify things for the others.
Thanks,
M. Tomich
PS: I'm going out to the schools today...
----- Original Message -----
From: Maija Johnson
Date: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 9:22 am
Subject: field reports/reflective journal
> Hi,
>
> A few questions, just to confirm:
>
> The field reports should be emailed to you and the reflective
> journal is a
> separate entity that you will read later? Do you want the journal
> in a
> particular form--notebook, handwritten?
>
> We will only be focusing on A. questions 1-4 on page 18 blue
> handbook for
> our first field visit?
>
> Thanks,
> Maija
>
17 February 2008
15 February 2008
Our Class at the Darfur Conference 2.15.08
Please share your thoughts, questions, comments, reactions.
This conference was so powerful. I wish you were able to stay the afternoon to see and hear Simon Deng...I'll tell you all about it when we meet in class.
14 February 2008
How to Make Great Teachers
I thought this article was very interesting. Just wanted to share it with everyone.
13 February 2008
A Good Teacher is Culturally Responsible
I meant to discuss this topic more during my presentation. A great way to have a culturally aware classroom is to invite parents to come in and share their culture, customs, and traditions. They can read a book, tell personal stories, wear related clothing, show special trinkets, have a food testing, or even do a craft or play a game that pertains to that culture. My son's kindergarten class was fortunate to have a different parent presenter every month. He loved it, and he can speak (at the age of 7) more fluently about certain customs than can many adults. These "culture shares" can be tailormade for any grade level.
Darfur
Hi Everyone.
I'm looking forward to seeing you all at Wilkins Theater at 8:30am this Friday in front of the ticket office. If you're late, you'll just have to find us. Please click on Darfur (above) if you'd like to prepare yourselves before the conference.
You may find it a bit strange that I asked you to join me in participating in this conference, but really, the more we know about the world, the better teachers we can be. You have no idea what some of your immigrant students may have gone through in their young lives before they make it to your classroom. You can't imagine.
Anyway...we'll have to discuss here on the Blog--you'll all be away out in the field for a while...which reminds me: Be sure to take a dry run to your school before Friday the 22nd. I'd hate to see you late because you got lost!
I'm looking forward to seeing you all at Wilkins Theater at 8:30am this Friday in front of the ticket office. If you're late, you'll just have to find us. Please click on Darfur (above) if you'd like to prepare yourselves before the conference.
You may find it a bit strange that I asked you to join me in participating in this conference, but really, the more we know about the world, the better teachers we can be. You have no idea what some of your immigrant students may have gone through in their young lives before they make it to your classroom. You can't imagine.
Anyway...we'll have to discuss here on the Blog--you'll all be away out in the field for a while...which reminds me: Be sure to take a dry run to your school before Friday the 22nd. I'd hate to see you late because you got lost!
12 February 2008
Personal Achievement
I just wanted to say that last Friday was the first time that I felt completely comfortable standing in front of my class and doing a presentation. I am not at all a fan of speaking in front of my peers and it has been something I have been trying to overcome for a while. I feel like this class, even though we have not been in it for that long yet, has really allowed us, through alot of interaction and stories of personal experiences, to get to know each other a little more then our other classes. Being that this feeling was a first for me, I thought I would share it. Maybe someone else can relate to this. So far I think everyone has seemed very comfortable in class, especially with the presentations. Well, just thought I'd be a little more personal. See you all Friday, bright and early! (o boy!)
-Mindy
-Mindy
09 February 2008
04 February 2008
It's time to comment on your speaking and writing skills
Suggestion: Make it a point to review the "oral" and "written" rubrics you have in your folders. With your first visit coming up, it's important for you to be conscious of the way you communicate to the personnel and students in your school. (I want you to make a good impression--who knows--it may help you get a job in the near future!)
Never hand anything in that hasn't been proofread. If you don't trust yourself to catch your own errors, make an arrangement with a classmate or friend to trade papers and proofread for each other. (It's insulting to receive student papers that haven't been proofread).
Check this list of commonly misspelled words:
http://www.yourdictionary.com/library/misspelled.html
Please know the difference between "their, they're and there," and use the right one.
We converse--it hasn't officially evolved into conversate yet...
Know when to use "I" or "me" (I'll give you a great tip in class next time if you remind me).
Remember: First impressions are important!
Never hand anything in that hasn't been proofread. If you don't trust yourself to catch your own errors, make an arrangement with a classmate or friend to trade papers and proofread for each other. (It's insulting to receive student papers that haven't been proofread).
Check this list of commonly misspelled words:
http://www.yourdictionary.com/library/misspelled.html
Please know the difference between "their, they're and there," and use the right one.
We converse--it hasn't officially evolved into conversate yet...
Know when to use "I" or "me" (I'll give you a great tip in class next time if you remind me).
Remember: First impressions are important!
School Visit Info
For all three schools: You are to find parking on the street; please do not park in the school parking lots--there just aren't enough spaces for you. Be aware of street cleaning/alternate side of the street parking signs!
In Roselle you're to be there at 8:30am and stay until the 3:10pm. Students are dismissed at 2:55pm, but teachers stay 15 minutes beyond that. It's a 40 minute lunch, so chances are you won't have time to leave the building to buy & eat lunch out...(that doesn't mean you can't leave the building at all)
In Clark you're expected to report at 8am and stay until 3pm. Here you have a 50 minute lunch and you can ask for some nearby lunch places if you like.
Your lunch time is the same as the teacher and class your observing. You may or may not have the same lunch period as your classmates. In any case, I highly recommend that you brown bag it at least for your first observation--just to be sure that you are covered. You can check out the cafeteria and decide what to do for your second visit.
So: street parking only, brown bag it at least for the first observation, and be sure to be prompt. Please use this forum for any questions that come up prior to your first visit, and also to share info and tips you may have after your first visit!
In Roselle you're to be there at 8:30am and stay until the 3:10pm. Students are dismissed at 2:55pm, but teachers stay 15 minutes beyond that. It's a 40 minute lunch, so chances are you won't have time to leave the building to buy & eat lunch out...(that doesn't mean you can't leave the building at all)
In Clark you're expected to report at 8am and stay until 3pm. Here you have a 50 minute lunch and you can ask for some nearby lunch places if you like.
Your lunch time is the same as the teacher and class your observing. You may or may not have the same lunch period as your classmates. In any case, I highly recommend that you brown bag it at least for your first observation--just to be sure that you are covered. You can check out the cafeteria and decide what to do for your second visit.
So: street parking only, brown bag it at least for the first observation, and be sure to be prompt. Please use this forum for any questions that come up prior to your first visit, and also to share info and tips you may have after your first visit!
03 February 2008
Pay Attention
Hello everyone.
I just came across this very interesting video. I thought I would share it with everyone. The video is about how teachers should use current technology to educate their students in today's world, who are considered Digital Learners.
I think the Text Messaging example is a very clever way to engage students in their studies.
I just came across this very interesting video. I thought I would share it with everyone. The video is about how teachers should use current technology to educate their students in today's world, who are considered Digital Learners.
I think the Text Messaging example is a very clever way to engage students in their studies.
02 February 2008
01 February 2008
What Makes a Good Teacher?
Homework for 2/8: Think about the following questions and be prepared to share with our class. Who were your good teachers? What qualities made them good?
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