Discussion Posts 1 and 2

Part 1 (this is due within 24 hours)

Discussion: Strategies to Check for Understanding:

As a K-12 ELA teacher, it will be important to regularly check for student understanding of the concepts and material being covered. Doing so can help you to not only identify areas where additional support and instruction may be necessary, but to reinforce the concepts that have been taught.

MAIN RESPONSE

For this discussion, begin by reading pages 125-126 in Intentional and Targeted Teaching: A Framework for Teacher Growth and Leadership. Then develop a main response in which you address the following:

• For each category in Figure 4.1, Techniques for Checking for Understanding, identify a strategy you plan to use in your unit plan.
• Explain how and why you would use this strategy.

Part 2 (this is due within 48 hours)

Discussion 3.2: Behavior Management

Please read the scenarioand respond to the following questions:

1. Why do you think Thomas’ behavior regressed? What other types of external factors could influence a student’s behavior in the classroom?
2. Considering Thomas’ reaction to the reinstatement of the Choices Chart, what other adaptations might the teachers explore to modify his behavior? Do you think an inclusive placement is still appropriate for Thomas?
3. How can a teacher balance addressing individual student needs with meeting the needs of the larger group in the classroom?

As usual I will need the replies once students start to post. I will get them to you ASAP.