Christina Lim
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GRAVES CHAPTER 4
Mr. Bangs’ classroom management strategy clearly wasn’t working for him before he decided to do a complete overhaul of his procedures. Mr. Bangs’ first decision about not being interrupted probably made a significant impact, as well as his new class routines. He still ran into problems, but that was to be expected. I like the part when he says that his class’ consciousness came about when they realized what they were accomplishing together. I also like that Mr. Bangs constantly called attention to the things that the students could do, instead of what they lacked. The mail project was also a good idea, but I can see why it would get monotonous for, the teachers as well as the students, but Mr. Bangs’ modification to the project was a great idea. I think that he could have even expanded it more to include an entire range of people throughout their community.
GRAVES 5
I enjoyed reading this chapter as well, because it shows you how to conduct a modeled writing session. I particularly like the large sheets of paper, because they are easier for everyone to see, and are probably more fun for younger-aged children to watch. I also like the idea of asking the children about what to write about, and if I get stuck, to ask them what they want to know next. This gives them a chance to become a part of my writing process. I agree that modeling will change your class, but for the better of everyone involved. I am attracted to this idea, because when I have my future class, I also want it to be a community-type environment, wherein everyone helps each other to better the community as a whole.
GRAVES 6
I found it interesting that 1st and 2nd grade children can compose 2-3 books a week; I wouldn’t have thought that they would be so eager to compose that many pieces. I enjoyed the helpful tips the book gives on how to properly correct a child’s piece of writing. I also agreed that by implementing this process before a final meeting is held will save critical time that can be more efficiently used by both the teacher, as well as the child. I also thought that the tips on how to save money on bookbinding can be very useful for all teachers who want to save money, as well as show their students cheap, alternative ways of making home-made books. The topics on cummulative books and individual books are good examples that children can work with to develop a great story!
GRAVES 7
This chapter was more of a case-study format. I did enjoy reading about these teachers who thought outside of the box in order to make literature more interesting for their students. I particularly liked what, Mrs. Peckrull did with her students, I could see myself role-playing and acting out the character’s role. I think that is such a catchy way of getting kids into literature; it sound like it would be a lot of fun!
ITE 313
GRAVES CHAPTER 4
Mr. Bangs’ classroom management strategy clearly wasn’t working for him before he decided to do a complete overhaul of his procedures. Mr. Bangs’ first decision about not being interrupted probably made a significant impact, as well as his new class routines. He still ran into problems, but that was to be expected. I like the part when he says that his class’ consciousness came about when they realized what they were accomplishing together. I also like that Mr. Bangs constantly called attention to the things that the students could do, instead of what they lacked. The mail project was also a good idea, but I can see why it would get monotonous for, the teachers as well as the students, but Mr. Bangs’ modification to the project was a great idea. I think that he could have even expanded it more to include an entire range of people throughout their community.
GRAVES 5
I enjoyed reading this chapter as well, because it shows you how to conduct a modeled writing session. I particularly like the large sheets of paper, because they are easier for everyone to see, and are probably more fun for younger-aged children to watch. I also like the idea of asking the children about what to write about, and if I get stuck, to ask them what they want to know next. This gives them a chance to become a part of my writing process. I agree that modeling will change your class, but for the better of everyone involved. I am attracted to this idea, because when I have my future class, I also want it to be a community-type environment, wherein everyone helps each other to better the community as a whole.
GRAVES 6
I found it interesting that 1st and 2nd grade children can compose 2-3 books a week; I wouldn’t have thought that they would be so eager to compose that many pieces. I enjoyed the helpful tips the book gives on how to properly correct a child’s piece of writing. I also agreed that by implementing this process before a final meeting is held will save critical time that can be more efficiently used by both the teacher, as well as the child. I also thought that the tips on how to save money on bookbinding can be very useful for all teachers who want to save money, as well as show their students cheap, alternative ways of making home-made books. The topics on cummulative books and individual books are good examples that children can work with to develop a great story!
GRAVES 7
This chapter was more of a case-study format. I did enjoy reading about these teachers who thought outside of the box in order to make literature more interesting for their students. I particularly liked what, Mrs. Peckrull did with her students, I could see myself role-playing and acting out the character’s role. I think that is such a catchy way of getting kids into literature; it sound like it would be a lot of fun!
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hey christina, glad to see you can actually post on here now. i dont know if im registered so im posting on here to see if this actually works. :o)
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