Contribution by Teaching Experts
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is a psychological theory about what drives human behavior and what makes humans feel fulfilled. It represents five key human needs that people must meet in order to achieve well-being. They are: 1.physiological needs 2.safety 3.love and belonging 4.esteem 5.self-actualization
One thing teacher try to do at the start of a new class or school year is get to know their students. This serves multiple purposes, one of which is to get to know what they enjoy and what their interests are—what motivates their students. Motivation plays a key role in education. There are two … Read More “Motivation in Education” »
Why is the curriculum sequenced? Sequencing the curriculum is all about knowing that what our pupils learn each year builds on what went before. It is not about teaching things in order but rather planning topics so that we are carefully considering what we expect our pupils to know and the things they need to … Read More “Sequence of the curriculum.” »
What is a scope and sequence? A scope and sequence are a summary of what is to be taught, the sequence in which it will be taught and the syllabus outcomes that may be addressed in the intended learning. Why do we need scope and sequence documents? Scope and sequences form part of the ongoing … Read More “knowledge of scope and sequence of the curriculum.” »
Comparing: a good vs bad lesson plan A good lesson plan A bad lesson plan Has a clear objective stated at the beginning to keep the learning activities focused Outlines learning activities in a thoughtful flow Is easy to scan and read for easy reference during class, using headings, color, etc. Pairs each … Read More “What does a good lesson plan look like?” »
Plan and implement lessons with clear, measurable objectives that respond to the diverse needs of learners. SMART attributes when writing objectives: S-Specific: Concise, well-defined statements of what students will know, understand, and be able to do at the end of the lesson. M-Measurable: Learning objectives must be quantifiable. Start with behavioral verbs (action verbs) that … Read More “Plan and implement lessons with clear, measurable objectives” »
13 ways to create a positive classroom environment 1.Build Positive Relationships Through Communication. 2.Promote Class Discussion and Peer Interaction. 3.Staying Connected with Students. 4.Come Up with Projects Students Can Get Excited About. 5.Create a Sense of Order and Routine. 6.Arrange the physical environment 7.Set high academic expectations 8.Providing positive reinforcement 9.Be open to feedback 10.Encourage … Read More “Promote positive learning environments” »
Diverse Learners – Children who have special physical, emotional, behavioral, cognitive or linguistic needs or whose primary learning modality is visual, auditory, tactile or kinesthetic, who may require an adaptation in the environment, interaction or curriculum in order to succeed in their program. Diverse learners include children and students of all abilities from racially, ethnically, culturally, … Read More “knowledge of learner diversity.” »
The more professional development teachers get, the more likely students are to succeed. Whether it is a workshop, a conference, or a meeting, all new teachers should take part in some form of professional development to set themselves up for success. Educational technology, school district guidelines and curriculum standards are constantly changing, making it challenging … Read More “Engage in professional growth” »
Formative assessment Formative assessment gives an insight into the knowledge people possess for taking a test. Formative assessment is most valuable during the development of try-outs. The goal is to monitor student learning to provide feedback. A formative assessment checks the quality of your material. Furthermore, it helps identifying the strengths and weakness of your … Read More “Difference between Formative assessment and Summative assessment.” »