When that book was completed, the teacher tried to engage Benji in another center, but he remained looking at a book. Another student came up and asked Benjy if he had ever been to a water slide, and Benji responded “no”. Benji put his book up when the teacher announced it was clean up time, and then he went over to two boys and helped them put away the toy trucks on the floor. School Psychologist Summary and Recommendations:
28.08 Continuum of Options for Dispute Resolution What happens when there is a problem? School districts should develop local problem resolution procedures. Parents should be encouraged to present concerns with a district representative. The Department should maintain a system that provides accessibility for investigations of complaints.
The superintendent has chosen parents that have other useful skills in this matter, such as an accounting background. Furthermore, the ad hoc committee has an identified purpose and fair process (except for the lack of principal representation on the committee) to transfer the attention to the problem, rather than at a person(s). “When we attempt to understand the perceptions of others (and the accompanying judgments and assumptions they carry), we build on our ability to understand the concerns they have,” (Sorenson & Goldsmith, 2009, p. 96). The ad hoc committee will help progress the stale mate between Dr. Davis and the principals. After they make their recommendation, Dr. Quillen will have to weigh the options and consider ISLLC Standard
Learners have the right to expect confidentiality by privacy with any personal information not discussed with others, unless permission is given. And or concerns for vulnerable adults. Planning and Design;- Teachers have to be aware of the requirements of the awarding bodies , their own organisation and legal obligations (e. ties). Delivery and Facilitation;- Act in a professional manner throughout the session.
One summer a group of children and their teacher visited a different side of town. Trying to teach them what education and class can do for them and making sure they learn their lesson by going far in their dreams. The story “The Lesson” by Toni Cade Bambara, explains that with education a person is capable of doing anything and going far from where a person stands. The main characters in the story know as Sylvia, learns her lesson that she can go far from where she stand. The other main character Ms. Moore, the teacher in the story teaching the group of children to dream big and that anything is possible if they put effort to it and it does not matter where you come from.
This strategy allows the parent to vent without interruption; while the administration is documenting communication. The administrator should also document, contact information; whether it is in person or on the phone. If situation involves a teacher, the administrator should speak with the teacher first, then contact parent(s). If the situation involves a student, he usually does not share the student’s punishment; however will inform the student and/parent the incident was handled and to contact him if they experience the issue again. If needed, he will involve the teacher in the second meeting, but will lead the meeting, alleviating the teacher the opportunity to back theirself into a corner.
The Game of School: Why We All Play It, How It Hurts Kids, and What It Will Take to Change It by Robert L. Fried is a great tool for identifying challenges in school systems and planning school reform. This book explains in great depth the problems faced by students and educators in schools today and ends with a call to action for solving these problems. Some major concepts that arise frequently throughout the book are time being wasted, students feeling powerless and the prioritization of test scores over authentic learning. Time is wasted by everyone in school and is wasted in various ways, for example students are given busy work and teachers rush through a curriculum while students learn nothing. Students, while they are the most important stakeholders, feel as though they have no control over their education.
This concept is demonstrated effectively while giving us insight into why the respective authors view the information the way they do. The most influencing of the two I felt was “Developing Responsible and Autonomous Learners: A Key to Motivating Students” I was most inspired by the story about a school observation the author participated in. It was interesting to see her take on differing teaching styles. I found the last teachers concept of class structure to be of great interest.
Brief Summary In this selection by author John Taylor Gatto, he explains his experiences while he was a school teacher. He says that he did little actual teaching in his classroom. Instead, he asserts that he spent much of his time teaching the eponymous seven lessons of the title to his students.
Also, the student explained, the solution team tried to make the target feel better about themselves and tried to stop problems around the school if the problems were relevant to the situation. However, the student also stated he knew of incidents where the system was abused, and no help came from the form. Obviously, many students have mixed feelings about the system; the school’s system seems good in theory, but less in
Some week’s books will be chosen from the classroom library, brought from home, or from a visit to the school’s Media Center. By allowing students to identify their particular book, you are providing each student with autonomy, which leads to the ownership of their education. By including prior knowledge, autonomy, diversity and routine, I will be able to determine the needs of my students, “This awareness provides you with knowledge of each child’s zone of proximal
In a school setting a professional can protect themselves
Using this model would allow Mr. Miller to review the mission of the school, determine whether ability grouping is aligned with the mission, and select an alternative that reflects the mission. 3. What action, if any, should Principal Miller take to demonstrate that he is an educational leader who treats people fairly, equitably, and with dignity and respect? Following Standard 3, Principal Miller should involve families and other stakeholders in the decision-making process. Mr. Miller should select and utilize a group decision technique will allow the opinions of the groups of parents, as well as other individuals and groups, to be heard and present their point of
As leaders, it will be incumbent upon us to ensure these disagreements are handled fairly and equitably and to the benefit of all parties involved. We must weigh the evidence carefully, consider all options, and make the decision that is in the best interest of the school community. Sometimes, our choices may not be popular, but if they are made with integrity and purpose, we can get buy-in from all stakeholders. Staff members need to know that their concerns will be acknowledged, validated, and addressed.
The nonfiction novel, Freedom Writers Diary by Erin Gruwell is a fascinating journey of students in an urban city. When she, the new teacher enters a high school with underprivileged students and unsuccessful teachers, everyone underestimates her ability to stick to the job. However, they are all dumbfounded as they watch and experience the journey Ms. Gruwell takes her students on. First, in the beginning of the novel, Gruwell explains to readers how she began as a student teacher, (a very naive one) and had a rude awakening when she realized how much one’s culture and area can impact their lives. From there, the story keeps coming back to that one point.
