Instructional Methods, And Effective Classroom Management Techniques

Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligence’s (MI theory) is a valuable resource for teachers, if they understood how they could apply this in the classroom (Snowman & McCown, 2012). In this class, there are multiple intelligences observed amongst the students; however, there is minimal differentiated instruction to allow the students the best opportunities for success. It is critical that teachers understand that their teaching methods may not be wrong, but they

The Theories of Howard Gardner and Urie Bronfenbrenner are two theorists at the heart of my education philosophy. I firmly believe in Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory and his perspective that everyone has their own individual learning style. This is important to know, especially when working with children. Understanding how each child learns best and the way they process information provides teachers with a unique viewpoint into each student and allows for opportunities to teach in a way that fosters many benefits for everyone. Using Gardner’s theory as a basis for my teaching, allows me to plan meaningful inclusive curriculum and create a classroom environment that encourages success for each child and their families.

I hope to embrace all parts of every student and include all different types of learners as I create my future classroom. As future and hopeful elementary education teacher I want to give every child the opportunity to be a part of my classroom.

The philosophy of the primary school where I work is that every child's unique needs and abilities should and must be honored. Children's different learning needs and styles are incorporated into the curriculum. On an informal level, teachers are encouraged to make use of lesson plans that utilize different types of media and methods of evaluation. Lesson plans often make use of visual and kinesthetic aspects of the learning experience as well as more traditional methods that emphasize mathematical, spatial, and verbal intelligences.

As a teacher, I will work to fully provide opportunities for authentic learning, where every child feels valued, safe and included. My goal will be to find occasions every day to nurture independent learning, along with peer support that promotes a sense of personal growth and achievement. I recognize that every child has strengths and weaknesses, special talents, and specific needs, regardless of individual challenges. My objective will be to model appropriate behavior and show acceptance of everyone

This learning experience is designed for a year 1 class (middle of the year) with diverse learning needs. The lessons take into account Gardner’s multiple intelligences theory and caters for EAL/D, students who are ready to move beyond the lesson and students who are not ready to move beyond the lesson. The activities seen in the three lessons may be modified to suit the needs of individual students (refer to catering for diversity).

curriculum. Additionally, this enables for a higher than usual level of explicit teaching in all subject areas. However, it does not make integrated curriculum delivery very viable. Fortunately, Mrs. Bea has an innovative teaching style and adjusts her teaching to cater to Gardner’s multiple intelligences (1983) and diverse learning styles.

My role as a teacher is to assist and offer activities that enhance academic, social and emotional development by using strategies that incorporate all learning styles. Curriculum should be student centered and the student must play a part in their own learning process. To facilitate meeting the educational goals of my students my instructions must be clear and uncomplicated when delivering a lesson. Integrating and accommodating a classroom of students from a variety of backgrounds and proficiency levels can be challenging. Therefore, it will be my responsibility to determine individual learning styles. Furthermore, assessments and observations will provide me the opportunity to choose curriculum and experiences that take into account each student’s instructional needs. In order for students to develop intellectually they need opportunities to discover for themselves and practice in authentic situation that improve their own unique abilities. Presenting young students with unconventional means for acquiring knowledge (e.g. internet access, iPads) and allowing learners a number of ways to demonstrate what they have learned, will motivate them to respect and support their own

The LEA lesson plan created in Literacy 1, demonstrate my ability to effectively utilize of a variety of appropriate instructional methods. The LEA lesson encompasses teacher modeling, whole group writing, independent writing, and kinesthetic, verbal, and visual learning methods. Furthermore, this lesson plan addresses objectives, assessments, and the various rates of learning in the classroom.

I observed North Middle School for my second set of observations. Through observing middle school, I saw various techniques of classroom management, some of which I had never thought of when thinking about teaching. I witnessed some techniques that were incredible and very effective, while also witnessing techniques that did not seem to control the classroom. It was interesting to make the connection between a controlled classroom and effective teaching. I did not realize how much successful classroom management strategies could enhance student learning. Observing classroom management strategies also enlightened my perspective on teaching and gave me many tools that I want to implement in my own classroom one day. I realized that

Implementing the multiple intelligences theory will support the children in the scenario by catering to the children’s interests and abilities at the time, consequently engaging the children and causing fewer distractions in the classroom (Whitebread & Coltman, 2008). The EYLF states that when educators are responsive to a child’s strength, ability, needs, and interests, they build on the child’s skills and knowledge (DEEWR, 2009). This forms an important basis for curriculum decision making and allows the use of spontaneous teaching moments to scaffold children’s learning (DEEWR, 2009). This interactive approach is effective because it allows for social, emotional and physical growth alongside intellectual development to occur (Scott,

Everyday, teachers are faced with the challenge of teaching students new information that is valuable to their future. Teachers are responsible to determine what and how information is taught. How this information is taught to students is pertinent to their success; therefore, teachers must be able to use effective teaching methods in the classroom. Students have diverse learning styles; therefore, teachers need to determine how students learn best and pattern their teaching to accommodate these differences. During elementary school, children learn to read and write, acquire a basic understanding of content areas, and develop dispositions toward

If a teacher is having difficulty reaching a student in the more traditional linguistic or logical ways of instruction, the theory of multiple intelligences suggests several other ways in which the material might be presented to facilitate effective learning.

It is widely accepted that students learn in many different ways. As educators it is our job to deliver lessons that are both highly engaging and meaningful to our students. One way we can do this is to develop lessons that address the multiple intelligences of the learner. Multiple Intelligences refer to the way the learner processes and use information. This idea was originally developed by Dr. Howard Gardner of Harvard. Dr. Garner states that there are 8 types of human intelligence. These are language, spatial, logic/math, body movement, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and nature. In this paper I will explain these 8 types of intelligences and why it is important to have an awareness of these intelligences when teaching.

By understanding the theory of multiple intelligences, effective educators can identify a student’s intelligence profile and adapt lessons towards what will help them retain the information the most. There are many different ways to incorporate multiple intelligences into a teacher’s curriculum. According to Baum (2005), “programs have been initiated to create opportunities for students across a range of intelligences or to create more individualized or personalized education by addressing students’ strengths.” This could involve learning centers with resources tailored towards particular intelligences to foster independent learning. Another way to involve the different theories of intelligence in education is to integrate project-based and collaborative