I might be able to be a late add to the county in service since the conference is being held in my districts buildings. Still waiting for the word on this.
Annual NCTM conference submissions are due the week after each annual conference (that would’ve been last April).
I am a good friend of one of the ladies on the AAGT board, she can get me in the book to present at the next conference in March.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Week 4- Presentation ideas
I think I will start by looking at my favorite conferences to attend.
I have put in and been accepted to present other topics at the Annual National Council of Teachers of Mathematics NCTM conference. Due to a funding issue my district was not able to send me to the conference. I still think it would be fun to present at this conference. There are math teachers from all over eager to share ideas and present various methods to each other. I always come away from this conference with something new that I can use in my classroom.
NCTM also holds regional conferences throughout the year. They are smaller and usually closer to home.
The county I live in does an annual in service for teachers in the community. It is built into our school calendar and every so that all teachers in the district can attend. This would be a great place to start out, sharing my thoughts and research with local teachers that I am comfortable with.
Each year the Arizona Association for Gifted and Talented (AAGT) hosts a conference in Phoenix. I learn a lot from other teachers and educational professionals on how to reach my gifted students…they need to be reached too as they are often performing below their best. I am always trying to learn more about differentiated instruction as I think it is a way to reach all students. Games in the classroom can definitely help someone differentiate their instruction.
I have put in and been accepted to present other topics at the Annual National Council of Teachers of Mathematics NCTM conference. Due to a funding issue my district was not able to send me to the conference. I still think it would be fun to present at this conference. There are math teachers from all over eager to share ideas and present various methods to each other. I always come away from this conference with something new that I can use in my classroom.
NCTM also holds regional conferences throughout the year. They are smaller and usually closer to home.
The county I live in does an annual in service for teachers in the community. It is built into our school calendar and every so that all teachers in the district can attend. This would be a great place to start out, sharing my thoughts and research with local teachers that I am comfortable with.
Each year the Arizona Association for Gifted and Talented (AAGT) hosts a conference in Phoenix. I learn a lot from other teachers and educational professionals on how to reach my gifted students…they need to be reached too as they are often performing below their best. I am always trying to learn more about differentiated instruction as I think it is a way to reach all students. Games in the classroom can definitely help someone differentiate their instruction.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Week 4- Chapters 10-12
Ah, the blame game. My students would do better if the teachers they had last year taught them more, their parents were more involved, we have more money to spend on them. I have what I have and I am given the students I am given…I can find excuses for why they aren’t performing at the highest levels or I can look for ways to help them achieve more. I choose to look for ways to help them achieve more.
I like the idea of thinking of myself as the board, rather than a single chess piece. When I am in a situation that I am not happy with or frustrated I should look at where I am and how I got there…then determine what I can do to change the place that I am in.
I like the idea of thinking of myself as the board, rather than a single chess piece. When I am in a situation that I am not happy with or frustrated I should look at where I am and how I got there…then determine what I can do to change the place that I am in.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Week 3- Comment 2
Joy Flack wrote:
http://web.me.com/onegreeneyedmonster/LMO/MAC_ALL/Entries/2010/7/24_Week_3_Reading_7-9.html
I use to be so afraid to make mistakes in front of my students. I was afraid to make a mistake while I was being observed…mistakes scared me. I guess I too have learned to embrace them, I know I am human, I tell my students that I am human and that I know I will make mistakes. I only get irritated with them when they are rude about pointing them out to me (occasionally I get a rude one or two). I remind them that they are also most likely going to make a mistake or two and tell them I won’t be rude when pointing it out if they aren’t.
http://web.me.com/onegreeneyedmonster/LMO/MAC_ALL/Entries/2010/7/24_Week_3_Reading_7-9.html
I use to be so afraid to make mistakes in front of my students. I was afraid to make a mistake while I was being observed…mistakes scared me. I guess I too have learned to embrace them, I know I am human, I tell my students that I am human and that I know I will make mistakes. I only get irritated with them when they are rude about pointing them out to me (occasionally I get a rude one or two). I remind them that they are also most likely going to make a mistake or two and tell them I won’t be rude when pointing it out if they aren’t.
Week 3- Comment 1
Kenya wrote:
http://sunny1way.blogspot.com/
How many of us as parents and educators say "It's not about us. It's about them." and actually mean it? Too few unfortunately. We want to believe that we let our children come first, however, that isn't always the case. It's not that we don't want that to be, it's more that it isn't always feasible. As parents, there many obstacles and realities that come into play such as work, financials obligations, and relationships that often take full attention from children and what they wish were a reality in their lives. As educators, there are the administrative constructs that dictate what a child should learn, when they should learn it, how they should learn it, and sadly, even how the instructor should teach it to meet the previous three criteria. There is not enough trust from the administrators in that the teacher can go about meeting the criteria without their influence.
I agree with what you say about giving students some control in what they are learning…how they are to learn it will help them to do more and gain a deeper understanding. Also by giving alternative types of assessment we can gain a better understanding as to how much a student understands. I have many students that can put together a beautiful correctly done project but if I give them a multiple choice test they will bomb it every time. In Arizona there are many free options for students that don’t want to attend traditional high school. To keep our students…to keep our numbers and the funding we have to be willing to teach in ways that kids learn.
http://sunny1way.blogspot.com/
How many of us as parents and educators say "It's not about us. It's about them." and actually mean it? Too few unfortunately. We want to believe that we let our children come first, however, that isn't always the case. It's not that we don't want that to be, it's more that it isn't always feasible. As parents, there many obstacles and realities that come into play such as work, financials obligations, and relationships that often take full attention from children and what they wish were a reality in their lives. As educators, there are the administrative constructs that dictate what a child should learn, when they should learn it, how they should learn it, and sadly, even how the instructor should teach it to meet the previous three criteria. There is not enough trust from the administrators in that the teacher can go about meeting the criteria without their influence.
I agree with what you say about giving students some control in what they are learning…how they are to learn it will help them to do more and gain a deeper understanding. Also by giving alternative types of assessment we can gain a better understanding as to how much a student understands. I have many students that can put together a beautiful correctly done project but if I give them a multiple choice test they will bomb it every time. In Arizona there are many free options for students that don’t want to attend traditional high school. To keep our students…to keep our numbers and the funding we have to be willing to teach in ways that kids learn.
Week 3- Chapters 7-9
I think in this profession I have to be willing to accept some things the way they are or I won’t make it. I will run out of working white board markers at the front of the room on occasion, some days the internet will be down, my class sizes will always be too big and I will never have enough time to cover everything I need to do. If I expect everything to be perfect everyday I will go to bed disappointed every night. This does not mean that I will lower my expectations, I expect my students to work to their full potential and complete their homework daily…I know that it doesn’t happen but I won’t let them think I am satisfied with anything less.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Week 3- Getting things done
I thought that the Literature review was a lot of work...I was so wrong. Getting my site ready to be viewed has been a major project these past couple of weeks. I am leaving town on Saturday and I know that my internet options will be hit or miss throughout the week so I have been bound and determined to finish all assignments before I leave. I have some reading to do and some blog posts to write, plus I haven't really thought about where I want to present other than at the NCTM. Our county has an inservice every year, that may be fun to try...hmmm....
I have been teaching summer school the past 8 weeks and am about to enjoy my 1 week of summer vacation before heading back to my day job. I am hoping the week in Nebraska with family proves to me more relaxing than stressful.
I have been teaching summer school the past 8 weeks and am about to enjoy my 1 week of summer vacation before heading back to my day job. I am hoping the week in Nebraska with family proves to me more relaxing than stressful.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Week 2- Comment 2
Lora wrote:
I love the story about the woman throwing the starfish back into the sea and the man telling her it is pointless because there are so many of them. This story can be applied towards teaching. Realistically, a teacher isn't going to be able to touch or change every single student. But even just changing one, or helping one student, is better than none at all.
http://lcervoneedm613-mac.blogspot.com/2010/07/week-2-reading-chapters-4-6.html
I too am thinking about how to get my students to start looking at what they have contributed. I am thinking of having them turn in a weekly refection sheet telling what they have done all week, and what they still need help on. I am trying to figure out the best way to create this so that it doesn't become just more paperwork for me but something useful for them
The starfish is a great story, especially in education. I try and reach all kids but when I miss a few I need to remember that I do make a difference.
I love the story about the woman throwing the starfish back into the sea and the man telling her it is pointless because there are so many of them. This story can be applied towards teaching. Realistically, a teacher isn't going to be able to touch or change every single student. But even just changing one, or helping one student, is better than none at all.
http://lcervoneedm613-mac.blogspot.com/2010/07/week-2-reading-chapters-4-6.html
I too am thinking about how to get my students to start looking at what they have contributed. I am thinking of having them turn in a weekly refection sheet telling what they have done all week, and what they still need help on. I am trying to figure out the best way to create this so that it doesn't become just more paperwork for me but something useful for them
The starfish is a great story, especially in education. I try and reach all kids but when I miss a few I need to remember that I do make a difference.
Week 2- Rules 4-6
Lighten up...this one has been hard for me. I work a lot, I am busy all of the time. I like to know whats happening well in advance, I am not a fan of surprises. My boyfriend has been very good for me. He is very laid back and knows when to take a break. By not working on grading papers all weekend I am more refreshed come Monday morning. I am able to get more done after taking a break and spending time on myself. I cannot control everything in my world, and I shouldn't have to.
When I started teaching it was hard for me to admit to my students when I made a mistake. Over the years I have gotten over this, as well as my need to know the answer to everything that they ask. I work with very bright students, I like that they ask intelligent questions and keep me on my toes. They are more willing to listen to what I know when they know that I will admit to them what I don’t.
When I started teaching it was hard for me to admit to my students when I made a mistake. Over the years I have gotten over this, as well as my need to know the answer to everything that they ask. I work with very bright students, I like that they ask intelligent questions and keep me on my toes. They are more willing to listen to what I know when they know that I will admit to them what I don’t.
Week 2 Wimba
This session helped me see what I will need to get done this month...and motivated me a bit to get this done. Looking at the list on dashboard along with the individual assignment pages was becoming overwhelming. I now have a plan of attack. I am going to use Dr. Bernards AR website example as my bible and get my page done. I am done with my Lit Review...huge weight off my shoulders so I can concentrating on getting the rest of this done. Now I need to figure out where I want to publish or present.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Week 2 Comment 1
Tom wrote:
http://web.me.com/tjk00/MAC11/Blog/Entries/2010/7/5_8._Wk2_-_Reading_Rule_6.html#
Zander says in this week’s video, “Change the world. And that’s a matter of leadership in the sense that every single interaction between two human beings is always a matter of leadership. The leader, the new leader, is the one who can distinguish the downward spiral and then has the capacity to move people over here to radiating possibility. That is the new leader.
SFC4V
Nicely put Tom.
I agree that the best leaders lead without the followers knowing. They are not pushy and not controlling, they simply get people going in the right direction.
I like discovering with my students, I like discussion where I can learn from them and they can learn from each other. I think everyone gets more out of class when they are all involved in the process.
Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 04:36 PM
AMANDA BEERY
uggh. I types the code in both lines.
that last comment was from me.
Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 04:37 PM
http://web.me.com/tjk00/MAC11/Blog/Entries/2010/7/5_8._Wk2_-_Reading_Rule_6.html#
Zander says in this week’s video, “Change the world. And that’s a matter of leadership in the sense that every single interaction between two human beings is always a matter of leadership. The leader, the new leader, is the one who can distinguish the downward spiral and then has the capacity to move people over here to radiating possibility. That is the new leader.
SFC4V
Nicely put Tom.
I agree that the best leaders lead without the followers knowing. They are not pushy and not controlling, they simply get people going in the right direction.
I like discovering with my students, I like discussion where I can learn from them and they can learn from each other. I think everyone gets more out of class when they are all involved in the process.
Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 04:36 PM
AMANDA BEERY
uggh. I types the code in both lines.
that last comment was from me.
Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 04:37 PM
Sunday, July 11, 2010
week 1 Wimba 1
Starting to panic about my getting everything done. Need to get my AR site updated and ready to go. I liked seeing the resources and sample sites as a guide to getting mine done.
Comment 2- Kenya Alaya
I absolutely love and agree with Chapter 1 because I am a firm believer that we are what our minds contrive us to be. Through the limits of our own minds, we can be or not be anything we want. Our perception is what keeps us bound to or frees us from the constraints of society and regulations. We can either struggle against the shackles of our limitations or adapt to our possibilities.
from
http://sunny1way.blogspot.com/2010/07/macweek-1-activity-1.html
I too was excited when I started reading this months book. I love the way it has been making me think about my life and how I want to apply this to my classroom. It is far to easy to fall into a pattern and forget about all the new things that we can try. I don't want to become one of my former teachers that had every detail of the year planned out before the school year started, just pulling out the notes from the past 5 years without any modification or changes to meet the needs of individual students. I want to think outside the box, and teach my students to do the same.
from
http://sunny1way.blogspot.com/2010/07/macweek-1-activity-1.html
I too was excited when I started reading this months book. I love the way it has been making me think about my life and how I want to apply this to my classroom. It is far to easy to fall into a pattern and forget about all the new things that we can try. I don't want to become one of my former teachers that had every detail of the year planned out before the school year started, just pulling out the notes from the past 5 years without any modification or changes to meet the needs of individual students. I want to think outside the box, and teach my students to do the same.
Comment 1- William Boswell
I found this reading to be very akin to many other books I have read on the topics of positive thinking or result-minded thinking. The primary difference present that truly struck a chord with my manner of analytical thinking was the simple question, “How?” How is my approach to the problem in front of me affecting my finding the solution I need? The practice steps at the end of the chapter provide suitable guidance for focusing the analysis of the situation; assess and reassess. By slowing down and examining how I am approaching a problem, I have a much better chance to find a flaw in my thoughts that may be limiting results.
http://web.me.com/wlboswell/Media_Asset_Creation_-_EDM613/Blog/Entries/2010/6/30_Week_1_Reading__Art_if_Possibility%2C_Ch._1-3.html#
I agree with your statement about life not being as straightforward as a flowing river. I agree that sometimes we do need help. I have found my critical friends to be extremely important in my quest for another degree. When I get tired, want to shut down and quit I talk to one of them, get my motivation back and complete the tasks at hand. I can also thank my mother for keeping me on track. I was raised with a strong work ethic, I was raised to work hard and give 100%. She had expectations and I didn't want to disappoint her. These standards have become part of who I am and help to keep me in the boat.
http://web.me.com/wlboswell/Media_Asset_Creation_-_EDM613/Blog/Entries/2010/6/30_Week_1_Reading__Art_if_Possibility%2C_Ch._1-3.html#
I agree with your statement about life not being as straightforward as a flowing river. I agree that sometimes we do need help. I have found my critical friends to be extremely important in my quest for another degree. When I get tired, want to shut down and quit I talk to one of them, get my motivation back and complete the tasks at hand. I can also thank my mother for keeping me on track. I was raised with a strong work ethic, I was raised to work hard and give 100%. She had expectations and I didn't want to disappoint her. These standards have become part of who I am and help to keep me in the boat.
Week 1 Activity 1
The part I liked best in the Art of Possibility is the idea of looking for what you don’t see.
“What assumption am I making, that I’m not aware I’m making, that gives me what I see?
What might I now invent, that I haven’t yet invented, that would give me other choices?”
The 9 dot problem is a great problem solving activity I have seen and used many times in my life. It introduces students to the idea of thinking out of the box, something we seem to lose as we get older. In my experience, younger students are better at solving these types of problems then my older students.
“What assumption am I making, that I’m not aware I’m making, that gives me what I see?
What might I now invent, that I haven’t yet invented, that would give me other choices?”
The 9 dot problem is a great problem solving activity I have seen and used many times in my life. It introduces students to the idea of thinking out of the box, something we seem to lose as we get older. In my experience, younger students are better at solving these types of problems then my older students.
Friday, July 9, 2010
My summer vacation.
Technology has come a long way. I like being able to sit in my PJs and surf the internet, chat with my friends, watch a million different videos or movies instantly. This week I have been reminded of how lucky I am. My air conditioner died on Sunday. Before you think big deal, suck it up let me tell you a bit about where I live. In AZ we call it a "dry heat". Somehow it being "dry" is supposed to make 110 degree weather feel better. I admit, it is nicer than high humidity climates, I don't instantly feel wet when I step outside. However, the lack of AC in my house has caused the internal temp to rise well over 90 degrees. My dogs are hot, I am hot, it is awful. The monsoons have rolled in today, meaning it is no longer a dry heat. We are in a heat advisory today and tomorrow. I have fas blowing at dog beds to try and help keep my kids cooler. I have taken them swimming and today we went for a drive to feel the car AC. After spending my week talking to the Home Warranty people I was finally told that my AC has been approved to be replaced. My plan to work on HW and get ahead has been completely thrown to the wayside as I went into survival mode this week. Stay cool, stay cool, stay cool.
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