Dear Bison Colleagues,
Although the video shows me only using it with Google Slides, it can be use with just about anything on your computer.
Happy Friday! As we close out another great week at Buffalo Grove HS, I am focused on the topic of creating a culture of learning.
Teach and Learn with Passion!
Teaching and Learning Quotes:
Nine tenths of education is encouragement.
- Anatole France
- Anatole France
Danielson Framework for Teaching reminder:
There are 4 domains, 22 components and 76 elements that are considered aspects of a teacher's responsibility as documented through empirical studies. The 4 domains are:
1. Planning and Preparation
2. The Classroom Environment
3. Instruction
4. Professional Responsibilities
Looking at Domain 2: The Classroom Environment
2b: Establishing a Culture for Learning
Here's a peek at what "distinguished" looks like for 2b:
Students assume much of the responsibility for establishing a culture for learning in the classroom by taking pride in their work, initiating improvements to their products, and holding the work to the highest standard. Teacher demonstrates a passionate commitment to the subject.
Strategy/Tool to Try (thanks to ITF Jeff Vlk):
Snagit
For those of you wishing to do more "Flipped" classroom lessons there is a Chrome Extension called "Snagit" that will allow you to create presentations and upload them right to YouTube.Although the video shows me only using it with Google Slides, it can be use with just about anything on your computer.
Instructional Focus: Culture of Learning
Here are a few articles and resources about how to create a culture of learning in your classroom:
The Gradual Release of responsibility model:
Recent archive of #COLchat on Twitter:
Bison Learning Leaders:
- The fabulous Winter concerts
- The FAST team for planning "Is DNA Your Destiny" for the freshmen
- The Students services and advisory teams supporting Adopt a Family
Keep up the great work, Bison! Happy Friday!
