Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
a. synthesize information from the media to create an opinion about education.
b. define vocabulary related to education.
c. share opinions in front of a group.
d. organize and submit classwork for a grade.
Agenda:
1. Warm-up: Students will answer the following questions in their notebooks: If you could take one fune class in school, what would it be and why? Examples of fun classes include cooking, electronics, wood shop, auto shop, sewing, fashion/interior design, and athletics. How can taking a fun class improve your performance in other classes? 5 sentences - students will share answers for EC.
2. Today's Vocabulary:
a. mediocre - below average, bland, dull
b. status quo - keeping things the way that they are now, no change
c. flat - when performance remains unchanged
3. Today's Notes from "Stupid in America"
a. 57% of parents give the schools their children attend an A or B grade.
b. Despite giving schools more money, tests scores continue to remain flat.
c. In NYC in 2007, only 2 of 80,000 teachers were able to be fired due to being protected by their contracts.
4. Questions to answer and discuss - 3 sentences:
a. Should bad schools be closed or be given a chance to improve? Why?
b. Should students get passed along even if they have not mastered the work? Why?
c. Should teachers be available 24/7 to students? Why?
5. Students will have a notebook check today - 200 points - May 12 to May 23.
Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class tonight. Have a great Memorial Day weekend!
Friday, May 23, 2008
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
1. brainstorm a list of problems in education today.
2. increase vocabulary related to education.
3. analyze the media's portrayal of American education.
Agenda:
1. Warm-up: Students will complete this chart:
What's Wrong With American Schools?
a. drugs
b. drop out rate
c. lack of books
d. lack of $$
e. unqualified teachers
f. unsanitary buildings
g. racism
h. security/violence
2. Today's Vocabulary:
a. reluctant: hesitant, not wanting to do something you have to do
b. monetary: having something to do with money
c. consensus: when everyone agrees
3. Viewing Activity: Stupid in America: A 20/20 Documentary: Today we will watch this documentary and discuss issues related to the state of education in America today. Students will take notes on the video. We will pause the video to discuss along the way.
Homework: There is no homework assigned for tonight.
After this class, students will be able to:
1. brainstorm a list of problems in education today.
2. increase vocabulary related to education.
3. analyze the media's portrayal of American education.
Agenda:
1. Warm-up: Students will complete this chart:
What's Wrong With American Schools?
a. drugs
b. drop out rate
c. lack of books
d. lack of $$
e. unqualified teachers
f. unsanitary buildings
g. racism
h. security/violence
2. Today's Vocabulary:
a. reluctant: hesitant, not wanting to do something you have to do
b. monetary: having something to do with money
c. consensus: when everyone agrees
3. Viewing Activity: Stupid in America: A 20/20 Documentary: Today we will watch this documentary and discuss issues related to the state of education in America today. Students will take notes on the video. We will pause the video to discuss along the way.
Homework: There is no homework assigned for tonight.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
a. define and identify a highly qualified teacher.
b. analyze educational statistics.
c. read and understand non-fiction.
Agenda:
1. Warm-up: Students should answer the following questions in their notebooks: Do you feel as though your teachers are knowledge able in the subjects that they teach? Describe one who is and one who is not. Students will share their answers for EC.
2. Today’s Vocabulary:
a. Highly Qualified Teachers: According to No Child Left Behind, every teacher must have:
a. college degree in the subject that they teach
b. passed certification exams
c. have a state issued teaching license
3. Reading activity: Lawsuit - State failing to educate... (40 points)
Write your answers on the article:
a. As you read, circle 5 words that you don’t know.
b. Underline 4 important points.
c. What is the main change that parents are suing for?
d. Should students all learn the same things? Why or why?
e. What does the article say about teaching credentials?
f. What is the difference between the Iowa lawsuit and other states’ lawsuits?
g. What do you think is the meaning of the term “adequate resources”?
Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class.
After this class, students will be able to:
a. define and identify a highly qualified teacher.
b. analyze educational statistics.
c. read and understand non-fiction.
Agenda:
1. Warm-up: Students should answer the following questions in their notebooks: Do you feel as though your teachers are knowledge able in the subjects that they teach? Describe one who is and one who is not. Students will share their answers for EC.
2. Today’s Vocabulary:
a. Highly Qualified Teachers: According to No Child Left Behind, every teacher must have:
a. college degree in the subject that they teach
b. passed certification exams
c. have a state issued teaching license
3. Reading activity: Lawsuit - State failing to educate... (40 points)
Write your answers on the article:
a. As you read, circle 5 words that you don’t know.
b. Underline 4 important points.
c. What is the main change that parents are suing for?
d. Should students all learn the same things? Why or why?
e. What does the article say about teaching credentials?
f. What is the difference between the Iowa lawsuit and other states’ lawsuits?
g. What do you think is the meaning of the term “adequate resources”?
Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
a. describe the cause and effect relationship between parent involvement and student achievement.
b. reflect on personal experience with parental involvement and school.
c. create a brochure advertising the benefits of a Parent Information Center.
Agenda:
1. Warm-Up: In their notebooks, students should answer the following question: Consider this statement: If teachers and parents worked together, student achievement would increase. Do you agree or disagree? Why? Give two examples to support your opinion.
2. Question to answer and discuss: Describe what it looks like when parents and teacher work together to support students. 2 sentences.
3. Questions to answer and discuss: How involved is your parent in your school activities? Does this involvement bother you? Would you like your parent to be more or less involved in your education?
4. Task: Create a brochure for a Parent Information Resource Center - 40 points. On your brochure, you should include the following:
a. front cover with the name of the center (connect to OHS)
b. why parents need to go - 3 reasons
c. information offered to parents - 5 services
d. how parents can contribute - 3 ways
e. how parents can help their kids do better in school - 5 tips
f. list of important staff - 4 people
Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class tonight.
After this class, students will be able to:
a. describe the cause and effect relationship between parent involvement and student achievement.
b. reflect on personal experience with parental involvement and school.
c. create a brochure advertising the benefits of a Parent Information Center.
Agenda:
1. Warm-Up: In their notebooks, students should answer the following question: Consider this statement: If teachers and parents worked together, student achievement would increase. Do you agree or disagree? Why? Give two examples to support your opinion.
2. Question to answer and discuss: Describe what it looks like when parents and teacher work together to support students. 2 sentences.
3. Questions to answer and discuss: How involved is your parent in your school activities? Does this involvement bother you? Would you like your parent to be more or less involved in your education?
4. Task: Create a brochure for a Parent Information Resource Center - 40 points. On your brochure, you should include the following:
a. front cover with the name of the center (connect to OHS)
b. why parents need to go - 3 reasons
c. information offered to parents - 5 services
d. how parents can contribute - 3 ways
e. how parents can help their kids do better in school - 5 tips
f. list of important staff - 4 people
Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class tonight.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Monday, May 19, 2008
Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
a. analyze the concept and application of equality.
b. analyze educational statistics.
c. define terms related to education.
Agenda:
1. Warm-Up Part 1: Students will answer the following questions in their notebooks: When you think about the quality of your education, do you think it is equal to the quality that other schools have? Why or why not? What does equal mean to you? Students will share answers for EC.
2. Warm-Up Part 2: Students will answer the following questions in their notebooks: It is said that students would do better in school if they had more access to technology. Is this true? Why or why not? Would you want to use a computer every day? Why or why not? How can iPods and cell phones be incorporated into classroom lessons? Students will share answers for EC.
3. Today’s Vocabulary:
1. Brown vs. Board of Education: a landmark case that decided that separate was not equal in the education of black and white students.
2. Achievement Gap: the difference in test scores between white and minority students.
4. Question to answer and discuss: How are vocabulary words 1 and 2 related?
5. Reading Activity:
"Creativity is important but neglected" - article from eSchoolNews.com:
a. As you read the article, write 3 words you don’t know.
b. In one sentence, write the main point of the article.
c. How can schools incorporate more creativity into their curriculum - 3 ideas.
d. Are schools out of touch with what employers want? Why or why not?
Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class tonight.
After this class, students will be able to:
a. analyze the concept and application of equality.
b. analyze educational statistics.
c. define terms related to education.
Agenda:
1. Warm-Up Part 1: Students will answer the following questions in their notebooks: When you think about the quality of your education, do you think it is equal to the quality that other schools have? Why or why not? What does equal mean to you? Students will share answers for EC.
2. Warm-Up Part 2: Students will answer the following questions in their notebooks: It is said that students would do better in school if they had more access to technology. Is this true? Why or why not? Would you want to use a computer every day? Why or why not? How can iPods and cell phones be incorporated into classroom lessons? Students will share answers for EC.
3. Today’s Vocabulary:
1. Brown vs. Board of Education: a landmark case that decided that separate was not equal in the education of black and white students.
2. Achievement Gap: the difference in test scores between white and minority students.
4. Question to answer and discuss: How are vocabulary words 1 and 2 related?
5. Reading Activity:
"Creativity is important but neglected" - article from eSchoolNews.com:
a. As you read the article, write 3 words you don’t know.
b. In one sentence, write the main point of the article.
c. How can schools incorporate more creativity into their curriculum - 3 ideas.
d. Are schools out of touch with what employers want? Why or why not?
Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class tonight.
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