Classroom ManagementCourseworkInclusive EducationITL530 Optimized Learning CommunityNational UniversityTeaching Strategies
Classroom Resources
Teachers often turn to resources to develop flexible learning environments that can support individual learning differences, allowing for an inclusive classroom. And they build up a toolbox of resources from which they draw from for practical ideas and inspiration to implement when planning lessons and/or to share with other teachers. To prepare for our initial post, we conducted independent research for resources that could be used to promote productive student learning that reflect diversity and are culturally responsive. We were advised to consider evidence-based resources such as the National University SEL playbooks or other outside resources to expand our depth of knowledge. We searched...
Classroom ManagementCourseworkITL530 Optimized Learning CommunityNational UniversitySocial Emotional LearningTeacher Development
Addressing Challenging Behaviors and Building Positive Relationships
SEL strategies ensure all students are welcome to be a part of the class community. They promote discourse, safe and inclusive learning environments where all students have equitable access to content. In our initial post this week, we were to discuss a minimum of five effective SEL strategies to address challenging behaviors and proactively build positive relationships (student-student, student-teacher, teacher-support staff, etc.) in the classroom. Resources Read Watch Response Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment through Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is essential in today’s educational landscape. SEL strategies help address challenging behaviors and build positive, supportive relationships between students, teachers, and...
Classroom ManagementCourse DescriptionsInclusive EducationITL530 Optimized Learning CommunityNational UniversityTeaching Strategies
ITL530 Optimized Learning Community
Course Description Research-based strategies and models managing an equitable and inclusive K-12 learning environments. Social-emotional growth, development, and individual responsibility. Positive interventions and supports, restorative justice, and conflict resolution practices. Prevention of common classroom problems. Effectively work with challenging students. Establishment of safe classroom and school environments to prevent bullying. Course Learning Outcomes
Classroom ManagementCourseworkEducational TechnologyITL608 Design and Process of TeachingNational UniversityTeacher Training and Development
simSchool Field Experience (Reflection and Meeting Notes)
This assignment is Part Two of our Field Experience and serves as a practical foundation to our future teaching career. The process of using SimSchool and completing a reflection (on SIM School) was similar to our other foundation course. I completed the module Classroom Management Grade 7 (single subject) Rationale for Assignment As a teacher candidate, having a variety of field experience settings is essential. As general education teachers or special education teachers, we will likely have students with special needs or at-risk learners. Equally important, we will more than likely have to teach these learners within a co-teaching setting. Additionally, IDEA states that...
Classroom ManagementCourseworkEducational StrategiesITL606 Learners and Learning IINational UniversityStudent Development
Field Experience (Report and Reflection)
Utilizing the information from our Observation Report from the SimSchool Module and using the notes we took from the Observation Notes template, we were to answer the following reflection questions (2-3 pages). *If needed, we could access the UDL Guidelines on the CAST.org website. Teaching in a 9th Grade Simulated Classroom Frank Jamison National University ITL606 Learners and Learning II Professor Taneeka Bourgeois-daSilva September 17, 2023 Support for Students in an Inclusive, Safe, and Positive Learning Environment Positive reinforcement was consistently employed, with me using strategies like smiling at students, offering praise, and acknowledging their efforts. This consistent positivity fostered...