Elementary Teaching Methods
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Chad Said:
What are the areas covered in the FTCE Elementary subject area exam?We Answered:
FTCE exam helpEdna Said:
I need a spanish song, rhyme, or chant to teach to elementary spanish students, anay ideas!? PLEASE?We Answered:
You can sing head, shoulders, knees and toes in Spanish.I also got some Spanish music cds from my local library that had a bunch of kids songs on them. Some were even meant to teach kids Spanish through songs. I really like those.
Also look for Spanish Sesame Street. They have a lot of music and rhymes and stuff. It is easy for kids to follow to because the vocabulary is basic.
Good luck with your class
Olga Said:
What are some good teaching methods for teaching chess to elementary/middle school kids?We Answered:
When teaching children to play chess you need to make it fun, keep the intensity short (dependent on age), but regular so they do not forget previous lessons.Mini games are ideal, here's an example: http://www.learntoplaychesswithfritz.com/chess-for-kids/how-do-i-teach-my-child-to-play-chess/
You must give kids clear objectives so they can get a sense of achievement. Chess puzzles and part completed games are great for this and can form part of their homework too.
Laszlo Polgar, father of female Chess Grandmaster, Susan Polgar has published a book "Chess: 5334 Problems, Combinations, and Games" containing many of the puzzles he used when teaching his daughters to play chess.
Susan herself now dedicates her time to helping children learn chess through her foundation http://www.susanpolgar.com/susan-polgar-foundation-mission.html and her website is well worth reading through, from which she also runs a training blog aimed at Teachers.
Leon Said:
A question for teachers, administrators or anyone interested in educational theory and methodology?We Answered:
In one school I am familiar with, the test scores disaggregated did indicate a gender inequity, but the gender gap can go either way. Schools are addressing this issue and making strides at narrowing the gap by using a variety of methods. I think some schools are experimenting with all-girl or all-boy classes and the results will be interesting to analyze.I am not convinced the gender of the teacher has as much impact (negative or positive) on learning as does other factors and variables, but I don't have statistics on this.
It is usually agreed that females mature sooner than boys at the elementary stage. Boys also usually physically outgrow girls later as well. So I would suggest the difference in performance is more related simply to developmental stages rather than "female styles of learning". (We may be saying the same thing here)
My first guess would be that females earn fewer PhD's for reasons other than what you suggest. Societal factors for example.
You are going to have a hard time proving to me that earning a BA does not require independent thought and that earning a PhD is not based on someone else's thought. Even new research is based on past information.
I do not think that teachers/schools deliberately, intentionally "discriminate" against boys or girls for that matter. On the contrary, I see schools aware of the gender issue and are making improvments. I hope your question(s) helps to keep this topic of discussion at the forefront of education .
Sue Said:
Are there grants for teachers who want to develop curriculum?We Answered:
Not sure about funding but:First, copyright it.
Then, put together a "workshop" plan with different levels (include student work samples and supporting data)
For example, a 30 minute "Intro" to the program; a 2-3 hours "Beginners Program"; and a 3-4 week support plan for educators who will implement the program.
Next, present the "Intro" program at Educational Conferences like ASCD (Assoc. for Supervision and Curriculum Development) or IRA (International Reading Assoc.) and maybe get a booth at one of the conferences.
Many new programs have begun like this.