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WHAT DO I EXPECT STUDENTS IN MY CLASSES TO BE ABLE TO DO? |
WHAT SEEMS TO HELP STUDENTS BE SUCCESSFUL IN MEETING THESE EXPECTATIONS? |
WHAT SEEMS TO HINDER STUDENTS? |
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Problem solving |
Practice - Behavior modification |
Failure to pay attention |
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Read and comprehend assigned passages |
Preview, make connections to other knowledge, guiding questions |
Negative attitude about value of skill, about own abiliity because of past experience, outdatededness of material |
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Having assignments completed, having them completed in good form |
Clear instructions, respect, modelling, follow up, consistency |
Don't value, either students or parents, relation to grades, inconsistency among teachers |
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Readiness for class, be open to material/discussion |
Having a routine, consistency; make class interesting |
Baggage brought to class |
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Class participation |
Structure |
Life distractions |
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Comprehending what being taught |
Paying attention, outlining, asking/answering questions |
Not paying attention, engaging |
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Write clearly and concisely |
Good models, feedback, revision |
Lack of discipline, purpose uncertain, lack of background, inability to put thoughts on paper |
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Working in groups, stay focused |
Give specific directions |
No perceived value by students |
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Overcome belief that can't do |
Reinforce successes despite earlier doubts |
Self perception, past experience |
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Memorize important facts |
Tell them it will be on test |
Tell them will not be on test |
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Contrast to routine, structure, sleep, boredom: learn stuff so can be used down the way, keep interest/engagement |
Group work, free writing, discussions, "switch it up" vs order |
Too much structure |
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Attentive listening |
Enhance listening skills, be prepared, sit still, focus |
Fatigue, in class distractions |
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