Welcome to“Tips for Reaching All Learners”

Led byLisa M. Harrod, Assistant Superintendent,

Steger School District 194, Steger, Ill.

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TIPS FOR REACHING ALL LEARNERSPresented by Lisa M. Harrod

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Can You Imagine a Classroom Where Labels Are Removed???

What would we do …

What we always do … we just teach!

Research on Inclusion Increases self-esteem and motivation Breaks down barriers and removes

labeling Increases student achievement Must be a collaborative, consultative

relationship

Ensuring That Students Learn

Teaching vs. Learning

Engaging in ongoing exploration of critical questions that drive the work of those within a professional learning community. …

Some of the best teachers I have ever worked with … used the textbooks as a supplement, not as the core, of instruction!

Essential Outcomes and Alignment

Developing instructional calendars Alignment with standards Common assessment/formative Stop worrying about things outside the

classroom, and review what is happening within the classroom!

Components of an Effective Lesson

Build upon data previously collected to gauge background knowledge and mastery of previously learned concepts.

A hook to get and hold their attention Introduction of concepts Modeling Independent work Feedback Summary Closing

The Professional Teacher… Emphasizes learning rather than teaching Emphasizes active student engagement

with significant content Focuses on student performance and

production Collaborates with colleagues frequently Becomes a consumer of research Functions as a leader

Response to Intervention A general education initiative Matching instructional

design/interventions to increase basic skills in the classroom

A system for academic and behavioral interventions

Using data to inform instruction

Curriculum Differentiation KWL Anticipation/reaction guides Maps, webs, graphic organizers Websites for RtI and curriculum

differentiation

Five Ways to Manage a Classroom

Clearly define classroom/school procedures and routines.

Teach students classroom procedures and routines.

Monitor student behavior. Handle inappropriate behavior promptly. Be proactive and plan ahead.

Orderly Classrooms Arrange traffic patterns to lessen contact

and disruptions. Arrange desks to facilitate monitoring of

students at all times. Use proximity control. Locate students away from stored

materials. Make use of study carrels.

Zabel (1996)

Considering the Most Effective Strategy for Behavior Management

Which strategy will be the most effective? Which will allow the student to learn more

incidental information? Which strategy will be less intrusive to the rest

of the class? Which strategy will allow the student to exert

more self-control over the behavior? Which strategy will assist students in

generalizing the learned behavior or social control to other situations?

Defining Positive Statements

Negative: Do not be late for class.Positive: Be in your seat when the bell

rings.

Negative: Do not waste time.Positive: Complete assignments on time.

Negative: Do not touch, hit, or kick others.Positive: Keep all hands, feet, objects

to yourself.

Using Seatwork Effectively Make it diagnostic and prescriptive: Give feedback! Develop a specific procedure for obtaining assistance. Establish clear procedures about what to do if finished. Add interest to seatwork. Monitor by moving around systematically. Monitor seatwork and make adjustments. Work through the first few problems with students. Spend considerable time in presentation and discussion. Relate material to what was just presented. Keep contacts with individual students short. Provide short segments of seatwork. Have students work together.

Strategies for Non-Risk Takers Mrs. Potter’s questions P.M.I. Half hand/whole hand Mailgrams Fat and skinny questions I ask …you ask!

Group and Individual Processing Questions

1. Name one thing you did well.2. Name one thing that did not go so well.3. Is there a specific step that trips you up?4. What help do you need from me?

Teaching is an Art … To successfully reach all learners, we

must engage them, encourage them to participate, and work to increase student achievement at their ability level.

Ask yourself … would I like to be a student in my classroom?

Thank you for your time!

I wish you the very best of everything!

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