Week 2

Brieanna Mershman

Week 2

Goals for learning in the course:

• Learning new fun and interesting ways to integrate subject matter
• How to make the fundamental concepts interesting and engaging for students
• example: typically learning the parts of speech is "accomplished" through busy work
• Integrating technology with appropriate "old fashion" techniques

School and Community Context:

All learning environments have possible pros that I would be interested in teaching in

• I grew up in a suburban environment and have done most of my observations in the same/similar environment so I am comfortable in this type of environment.
• I enjoy being challenged so I would like to experience a different environment.
• It would be fun and engaging to teach in a technology rich environment, but not always necessary.

Readings:

• Learning students backgrounds and home life styles are key to teaching students
• Understanding students prior knowledge and cultural backgrounds will be beneficial to engaging the students.