Classroom Observation

The approach to the reading of the novel would be varied. It is anticipated that the class study would begin with a shared reading of the opening chapter to foster students' interest. A prepared reading by the teacher is usually much more involving than a hesitant reading-around-the-class activity (Sykes, n.d.). The aim is to motivate each student to read the

Because I have taken several science classes throughout my high school and even middle school career, I am well acquainted with how the scientific process generally works. This activity reinforced my understanding by allowing me to practice it myself while not even

vocabulary words we will discuss the definition of each of the words to make sure

Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal precise actions, emotions, or states of being (e.g., quizzed, whined, stammered) and that are basic to a particular topic (e.g., wildlife, conservation, and endangered when discussing animal preservation).

Study Guide Week 22 Science today and for the future Howe, A., Davies, D., McMahon, K., Towler, L., Collier, C. and Scott, T. (2009) Science 5–11: A Guide for Teachers (2nd edn), London, Routledge

Books have always been taught to students for many reasons. The main reason is that it is part of the teaching curriculum. Although students feel like they should not read books that are given to them, some are more important than they think. One book for example, is the novel To Kill a Mockingbird. This book has taught students many things that has happened back in the 1930’s and some still happen in the present day.

Through this standard, teachers will engage all students in science by setting goals for students that correlate to state and national standards. Through various strategies (i.e. learning activities, instructional settings, technology) students will achieve the goals set by the teacher and fair assessment strategies will be used to determine if the goals were met. Through the use of laboratory/field settings and various technology, students will demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of science. Teachers will also design lesson plans that provide opportunities for active inquiry in which students can collect and interpret data in order to develop and understand various scientific processes. Fair assessment strategies will also be used to evaluate students and their preconceptions and understandings that have been

Books allow for creativity and the finding of oneself in the world. Elementary school through high school is a time when kids are figuring out who they are and how they will present themselves to the world. With this mission in mind, books grant access to many life lessons and new worlds that students may not have known existed. though there is much good to come from reading and expanding one’s knowledge, sometimes students stumble upon books that do not send the right message. Some believe that when students get a hold of books with the wrong message, it can have negative consequences and repercussions.

I will use the Literature circle to enhance the student’s ability to collaborate on a higher level so that they can move toward independent readers, molding them to integrate in a powerful classroom activity that will activate their critical thinking skills. I will do a book study and have students to meet and discuss the importance of rotating their roles giving everyone an opportunity to share the responsibility. I will teach how to highlight in different colors distinguishing each student reading.

There was some new information I gained from the article that can be brought into the classroom. The main thing I gained is researching the children to see if they prefer fiction or non-fiction books. After researching the student’s reading habits I would also ask them what the student’s would like to read about. I would also ask the children the difference between fiction and non-fiction books. If a student were to turn in a fictional character as non-fiction I would still accept it as non-fiction like Correia

The teacher should know what the average grade reads and will try to get a book they don’t read often. Like most people, they like to read fiction books because it's fantasy, but on the other hand non-fiction will allow people to learn about the real things and can inform things about the world. This shows that the book the teacher chooses will allow the students to learn more genres. Also, most students like the dramatic scenes in fiction books. Otherwise if the teacher chooses a non-fiction book, then this gives the students a chance to read something new and they might enjoy it. This shows that students like to read fiction and will have something new to

(Define the science related words that you learned when you did your research. You MAY copy the definitions word-for-word. Remember, you need to have at least 10 words defined. Please rearrange the words into alphabetical order. The sources that you looked at for these definitions DO NOT COUNT for your 3

This item allows students to summarize complex scientific concepts by paraphrasing them in simpler but still accurate terms. Extend this item by having students write explanations for why the accurate statements are accurate and why the inaccurate statements are inaccurate. In addition, have students re-write the inaccurate statements to turn them into accurate statements.

"Falsify persuing" – Students will be demonstrated a book with a subject that they think about (tall tales, nursery rhymes) and requested that "read" the book to the class, gathering or instructor.

This section attempts to make students utilise their scientific knowledge to help them answer questions. Again this section is multiple choice, so make informed guesses when there is a need using the data given. This section also requires practice and revision of scientific principles in order to score high marks, so we advise you do some revision covering the basics of biology, chemistry and physics.