The Classroom Discussion Model of Teaching (*Arends, 2001)

There are many components that make up literacy. In order to effectively teach students these components the teacher must model the concept for the students. As teachers, we can't expect or assume that the student already knows what we expect of them. Modeling gives students a basis of what to go by. Modeling is the first and most important step in order for the students to gain mastery of a concept. A teacher must also undergo guided practice with the students. A teacher should always provide

This is important for those students are they can contribute when they are comfortable sharing personal experiences and beliefs and when they are comfortable to use the English language thus avoiding confrontation with the teacher. For students that have difficult behaviour the intention of using class discussion to provide a space where they can learn to empathise with other people in the classroom and engage with the discussion as an outlet for their need of attention. Class discussions are used widely because they can provide benefits on so many different levels for classroom management and for differentiation.

This movie, The Classroom, which was very interesting to watch, discusses all that goes on in the school system, the good and the bad. But it also shows how things at home can affect the way the student acts during the school day. This movie definitely makes you look at students that act out differently, instead of punishing them maybe we should all look deeper into the issue and find a way for the student to thrive and use school as an outlet.

In the education world of today, it is understood that one can only be effective in teaching by taking into consideration the different learning styles of students. In a classroom, it is expected that teachers would want their students to acquire a meaningful knowledge base, become proficient problem solvers and learn how to work productively with others (Biehler and Snowman, 2006, p. 370). If this is the case, teachers need to know how to be able to develop this situation in the classroom and make it more conducive to learning. Therefore, it would seem that they need to encourage students to converse with each other with group discussions and assignments, to make sure they are active in

Students are asked to describe the process for which they used to solve for the perimeter. The explanation given will illustrate just how their brain is recognizing side lengths and approaching the problem. If there are common misconceptions appearing, addressing these concerns with thought provoking questions can create a better foundation for the remainder of the lesson. ]

I will also initiate discourse in where students will teach the class at times to ensure that they feel that their opinions matter within the classroom.

Moving away from the world of campfires and knives, this chapters modeling and instructional strategies will find a way into my classroom. I like the QAR method and the KWL Strategy in particular. The question-answer relationship model hit home because the modeling strategy helps encourage students to become aware of using the QAR strategies. The KWL

The Teacher’s pyramid of Influence is a pyramid of three sections, the top section is overt attempts to teach, the middle section is interacting with students and the foundation of the pyramid is the modeling. Just about everything in life is build from a foundation, a foundation is the beginning of something that is build upon to make something bigger and better. The foundation of a teacher, teaching their students is modeling. Modeling means to give an example, not just say something, but do something. Modeling can be a positive thing or a negative thing. When a teacher talks about the importance 's of a particular action like looking both ways before crossing the street, then model this action. Each time the teacher crosses the street they look both ways, this is modeling. The students are more likely to mimic the teachers action, follow their example rather than just listen to what the teacher said and follow their directions. Modeling is more powerful learning tool than verbally telling someone what to do. From the moment we are born, we learn best by mimicking what others are doing, the people we see, our mom and dads are our models, what they do we will do or at least try to do. A teacher who lives by the modo “do as I say not what I do” is not an effective teacher. Modeling is the foundation of any good teacher.

The students will raise their hands to give examples of expectations: raising hands, listening when someone else is speaking, hands to yourself, be respectful, when the teacher says “5, 4, 3, 2, 1,” all voices should be off and eyes should be on the teacher, materials should be respected and used the way they are meant to

Last semester was exceptionally challenging; however, it was extremely beneficial because I had to work harder than any of my other classes before. I think various elements contributed to me being unsuccessful in Nursing 204. My aunt died in March with Lupus and that affected me in a huge on the grounds that she played a big role in my life, since I was a child. I was still in the denial stage and my emotions took over, which caused me to become less motivated in school. I just felt like I had no inspiration last semester and I should not have let my emotions hindered my education. In high school, I generally experienced difficulty taking tests that were not seeking the direct answers, and the Nursing 204 tests were not quite the same as the tests I would regularly take. My procrastination last semester played an enormous role in failing the course. When I initially

Whole-class discussion provides a number of benefits for the teacher and for the students. Whole-class discussion is beneficial in that is allows all students the chance to participate and gain deeper insight from the comments and questions from the teacher and fellow students. “This form of discussion has the benefit of providing the teacher with a tool to assess student understanding by leading and monitoring the discussion while supplying probing and guiding questions,” (Burden, Byrd, 2012).

Group work revolves around one main point: communication, Lev Vygotsky (1978) stated that “language is the main tool that promotes thinking, develops reasoning, and supports cultural activities like reading and writing”. Teachers need to provide the opportunity for children to discuss their own learning, it helps children build off one another and to learn off one another through meaningful exchange, this then promotes deeper understanding and communication. Discussion-based classroom using socratic dialogue can lead each

During class, the instructional model I believe matches closely with the instructions we received was the cooperative learning strategy. According to our class readings the instructions given to us possessed the following characteristics; working in small groups, group reports, social skills, as well as individual and group accountability. Students were paired up based on matching numbers; they then went over that specified instructional model. That is where individual accountability and social skills takes part. Groups had to work together to come up with what they thought were the five most important points. Most groups divide the work up. After groups decided what were the most important they then shared with the class.

The three things I think are vital for a good class discussion are being confident, have a great listening skill, and being friendly.

Teaching can be a challenge, you never know what to expect and each classroom will be unique. However, you will always have to be prepare for teaching in a situation you may not be comfertable with. Educating students and practicing proper knowledge on subjects such as race, class, gender, sexual orientation and disability are vital in creating a safe and respectful classroom for all. School is often looked upon as a place of security for students and it is our job as teachers to help maintain that status.