Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Group 1-Cara Morville-Creative Literacy Lesson
Hi everyone, yesterday we talked about being creative when teaching students lessons. I think being a creative teacher is really important to help the students be excited about learning. I've done several observations at different schools and noticed that many of the literacy lessons are by the book and not very much fun. I feel that there is so much more that teachers can do to make literacy lessons more creative. Right now my daughter goes to preschool and her teacher does a great job at making all their lessons especially the literacy ones exciting and engaging. When I become a teacher I want to be able to make my literacy lessons creative and fun for my students. Does anyone have any ideas on how a first year teacher can make their lessons fun for the students and still teach them what they need to be learning?
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I agree 100%. I am a very creative person and all the lessons I have taught during Practicum 1 and 2 have had student interaction and involvement. Currently, the C.T., I am working with is not creative and teaches only to the test. These little first graders are like robots and have a hard time focusing on their subjects. I believe students learn better when they have opportunities to explore, move around, interact and discuss ideas. As far as any ideas for our first year teaching, try all kinds of activities that challenge the minds of students. Have them explore and think outside the box. Since it is our first year anything we try will be based on trial and error, so I would suggest trying what feels natural and fun. If it doesn't work out how you wanted it to, than adjust it or eliminate it for next time. Songs are a great way for kids to remember things, using puppets; cut-outs, etc. are a few ideas.
I agree with both of you. Being creative and dynamic is essential in order to engage students during lessons. With regards to your question, I think you should get to know your students, and then select topics that appeal to them for reading, or other subjects. This would also depend on the grade level you teach. Consider the length of the activity; whether they'd be sitting for a long time, etc..If this is the case, then make sure the activity involves using objects or materials that will keep them engaged. I think the most important is not to be afraid to try new things. And if plans don't go as well as you expect, do not lose your enthusiasm. Like Zoe said, try what feels natural. If students sense your high motivation, chances are they will respond in the same way.
I agree with all of you. I think that in order to have a good classroom environment where students want to learn you have to be creative. I try my best to be as creative and fun with lessons as I can be. I think it is good for students to be able to interact during lessons and not just sit there and listen to their teachers talk. They get bored easily. I think the most importent thing we need to do is get to know our students. Get to know their likes/dislikes so we can provide lessons where they will learn, but also want to learn and enjoy doing it.
Teaching that is done by the book can be done creatively. Teachers who do this want to make sure they are covering and meeting the standards and the specific objectives for that lesson. With this in mind there is no reason why other material can not still be added to the lesson for extra help in making it interesting. Teachers might use other books, pictures, writing or props. Some students need visuals or examples to grasp the concepts of the lesson. Using different ralia might be done more during the start of the year. As the year goes on students might need less visuals or the students might help by contributing their own ideas. Keeping students interested is what we are striving for, so trying new ideas can only help.
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