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Insructional and Learning Strategies
Aspect 1: The Syntax
Student Learning Goals
Instructional Strategies
Instructor Actions
Student Activities
To understand the angle theorems related to parallel lines


Discussion/Brainstorming
  • Ask questions to determine students' prior knowledge
  • Introduce topic and pass out advance organizer
  • Listen attentively
  • Take notes
  • Ask questions for clarification
Demonstration
  • Demonstrate on the Smartboard the steps involved in angle theorems
  • Work through several problems on the Smartboard
  • Listen attentively
  • Take notes
  • Ask questions for clarification
Discussion Review Smartboard guidelines

Listen attentively
To apply the theorems to find angle measurements when given the measurement of some angle Discussion Check for understanding before introducing the next topic
  • Listen attentively
  • Ask questions for clarification
Demonstration
  • Demonstrate on the Smartboard the steps involved in angle measurement theorems
  • Work through several problems on the Smartboard
  • Listen attentively
  • Take notes
  • Ask questions for clarification

Drill and Practice
Collaboration
  • Have student pairs use the same process on additional problems
  • Observe and provide clarification and feedback
  • Collaborate with partner to solve the given problem
  • Solve the given problem
To practice the geometric proof technique Questioning

Ask questions that will

  • Diagnose student difficulties
  • Determine progress
  • Clarify and expand
  • Listen attentively
  • Ask questions for clarification
Drill and Practice
Collaboration
  • Conduct guided practice on the Smartboard
  • Conduct guided practice on using the Document Camera
  • Have student pairs use the same process on additional problems using the Document Camera
  • Collaborate with partner to solve the given problem
  • Solve the given problem
Teacher Learning Goals
Instructional Strategies
Instructor Actions
Student Activities
Integrate technology into a lesson to improve student learning

Discussion
Brainstorming
Demonstration
Drill and Practice

  • Determine prior knowledge
  • Ask questions and allow time for reflection
  • Provide needed technology training and guidance
  • Demonstrate the possible ways technology can impact success with diverse learners
  • Listen attentively
  • Take notes
  • Ask questions for clarification
  • Study
  • Practice
Develop confidence in the instructional process Discussion
Brainstorming
Discovery/Inquiry
  • Review the steps to create a successful lesson
  • Verify expectations
  • Reflect on the process
  • Ask questions for clarification
Professional Learning Goals
Instructional Strategies
Things I Will Do To Accomplish These Goals
Improve mentoring skills to maximize the successful impact of technology integration in the instructional process

Collaboration
Questioning
Discovery/Inquiry

  • Read research on the instructional process and mentoring
  • Organize, plan and search for information
  • Practice with mentees
  • Ask for feedback
  • Reflect
Improve the ability to focus on classroom management and diverse learners in the instructional process Collaboration
Questioning
Discovery/Inquiry
  • Read research on classroom management and the needs of diverse learners
  • Organize, plan and search for information
  • Practice with mentees
  • Ask for feedback
  • Reflect
Aspect 2: The Social System
Students will work in pairs during the guided and independent practice to solve the given problems. This collaboration may increase the success for the diverse learner and create a learning environment conducive to peer mentoring and role playing opportunities.

Aspect 3: The Role of the Instructor
The instructor will present all material and guide students in the learning process. The mentor will facilitate and provide tech support if needed.
Aspect 4: The Support System


Human Resources:

  • Instructional Technologist
    • How to use Smartboard
    • Smart Notebook Training
    • Powerpoint support
  • Special Education
    • Modification clarifications


Hardware & Software:

  • Classroom Computer
  • Smartboard
  • Projector
  • Document Camera
  • Smarttools & Smart Notebook
  • Powerpoint


Address the Needs of Diverse Learners


Autism - Provide peer mentoring and role playing opportunites

Visually Impaired:
-Discuss the location of the student in proximity to the Smartboard and Document Camera
-Use the Smarttools to magnify screen when necessary
-Increase the screen resolution
-Repeat steps to reinforce material