Blog Ten

Week of Reflection: (list the date of the Friday for week just completed) 11-02-18

• Rate your overall experience of the week: 1-Very difficult | 5 – Great week- 5- This week was interesting with it being Halloween, I enjoyed seeing my students all dressed up working on snap words together. This week, I have seen even more improvement in some of my students which is always great to see.
• Seven questions to end your week:
• • Observe: What pleasant surprises / accomplishments did I achieve this week? I was able to take more videos for my portfolio which was interesting and the students were on their best behavior when I was videoing while walking around.
  • Reflect: What lessons did my work/experiences teach me that I will build upon next week? You can never be too prepared for a lesson. Next week, I will ensure materials for all lessons are prepared at the end of each day.
  • Focus:  How are my short-term efforts and my long-term goals still aligned? My short term efforts are completing my portfolio and lesson plans so I can successfully complete student teaching.
  • Be Productive: What could I have spent more or less time doing? I could have spent more time preparing some materials in my lessons to ensure I have everything I need.
  • Have Courage:  How did apprehension and indecision impact what I did and didn’t do? I was unsure how it was going to be with it being Halloween on a Wednesday, but it was fun seeing my students dress up and bring candy for each other to school.
  • Begin Anew: What is the first logical step(s) for next week? What mental clutter can I clear? Next week, I will work more on my portfolio and prepare materials for lessons daily.

Adapted from: Cernoff, M. (2013, August 7). 7 Questions to End Your Week With. . Retrieved July 21, 2014, from http://www.marcandangel.com/2013/08/08/7-questions-to-end-your-week-with/

• What were some data you analyzed this week and how did it help inform your instructional decisions? I noticed that some students struggled with initial sounds and I used a phonics extension activity to practice initial sounds using picture cards.
• What is one piece of advice you can share with other student teachers? Be prepared for all lessons every day to ensure your readiness for the day. This will make you feel more confident when teaching the lesson.

• NC Teacher Candidate Standards (be sure to reference activities from your lesson plans to solidify your answer)
• • • Pick an element from standard one of the evaluation tool and explain some activities/strategies you implemented this week to increase your rating for the element. - 1B- This week, I demonstrated leadership by using proximity praise and the use of gold tickets and black "cool down" tickets.
    • Pick an element from standard two of the evaluation tool and explain some activities/strategies you implemented this week to increase your rating for the element. -2D- I have the students who need greater support in lessons by giving them resources to use to support their learning.
    • Pick an element from standard three of the evaluation tool and explain some activities/strategies you implemented this week to increase your rating for the element. - 3C- I have been integrating global awareness into my classroom through our science lesson plans.
    • Pick an element from standard four of the evaluation tool and explain some activities/strategies you implemented this week to increase your rating for the element. - 4E- By using HOTS questions, my students are using critical thinking skills.
    • Pick an element from standard five of the evaluation tool and explain some activities/strategies you implemented this week to increase your rating for the element. - 5C- I believe that students cannot function in an unsafe environment and learn best when they are loved, according to Maslows Hierarchy of Needs.
• • What components of your portfolio have you started to complete? Website, videos, resume, behavior management plan and working on my live binder. I have also finished my philosophy,
  • What support does your clinical educator need from your university supervisor?None
  • What support do you need from your university supervisor?None