EDUC 430 Digital Artifact folder

Michael Jones

Background Knowledge

”Elevated Building Foundation," © 2008 Shustov, used under a Creative Commons Attribution-via Wikimedia Commons from Wikimedia Commons:http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3AElevated_Building_Foundation.jpg

This picture represents students’ background knowledge or “foundation”.

Before scaffolding instruction, it is important to use your students’

background knowledge as your starting point of instruction

Scaffolding

”Athens – Temple on Athena," © 2009 Giovanni Dall'Orto, used under a Creative Commons Attribution-via Wikimedia Commons from Wikimedia Commons:http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3A2499_-_Athens_-_Temple_of_Athena_Nike_being_restored_-_Photo_by_Giovanni_Dall'Orto%2C_Nov_11_2009.jpg

Scaffolding is an important teaching technique used to

build upon students’ foundation of knowledge.

This picture represents building from the foundation upwards, much the same as scaffolding

in the classroom.

Positive School Culture

“Welcome Sign,“© 2013 Michael Jones

A school that can make students feel welcome,

safe, and accepted enhances student productivity and

positive attitudes.

“Student Welcome Sign,“© 2013 Michael Jones

Culture is a critical aspect affecting student learning.

Culture continued

“Student Work,“© 2013 Michael Jones

Displaying and celebrating student

work can make students feel proud of their work and improve school

culture.

Culture continued

“Culture in BJHS,“© 2013 Michael Jones

Part of creating culture is creating a school where everybody feels accepted and welcome as part of

the school community and family.

Culture and History

“Culture in History,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“…culture captures a deeper meaning embedded in the history of that environment” (Stolp & Smith, 1995, p. 21)

Classroom Architecture

Group Classroom,“© 2013 Michael Jones

Classrooms that have groups of desks or tables maximize the opportunity for student-student interactions and group learning.

When classrooms have visually appealing billboards or posters, it is more comforting to students and improves culture.

Classroom Architecture continued

“Rows,“© 2013 Michael Jones

Classrooms with rows of desks make student-student interaction more difficult.

Gymnasium Architecture

“Gymnasium,“© 2013 Michael Jones

A brightly lit gymnasium with murals and banners on the walls creates an excellent environment to learn in a physical education

class.

Student and Teacher Interaction

Student led groups that meet daily and include a teacher promote student and teacher interaction.

“Student Groups,“© 2013 Michael Jones

Good Teaching

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPvNqJ0Ne60

In this clip, Darrell McClendon uses a technique called “handshake Q&A”. This technique is an effective way to not only test students

on already covered material, but also to make a personal connection with them through a handshake and eye contact every

day before class.

Good Teaching continued

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3brjHfb5Y4

Teachers at SFU use software such as “Poll Everywhere” to effectively manage their time in the classroom by gathering student opinions

instantly using technology. This is an effective time management tool and keeps students engaged in the lesson.

Good Teaching continued

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhiCFdWeQfA

This clip from the 1986 film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” demonstrates a more traditional style of teaching. This lecture style of teaching is not highly effective. Many

students are not engaged in the activity. This teacher needs to attempt to make class more interesting and make personal

connections with his students.

References

Pictures used From Wikipedia Commons:

”Elevated Building Foundation," © 2008 Shustov, used under a Creative Commons Attribution-via Wikimedia Commons from Wikimedia Commons:http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3AElevated_Building_Foundation.jpg

“Athens – Temple on Athena," © 2009 Giovanni Dall'Orto, used under a Creative Commons Attribution-via Wikimedia Commons from Wikimedia Commons:http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3A2499_-_Athens_-_Temple_of_Athena_Nike_being_restored_-_Photo_by_Giovanni_Dall'Orto%2C_Nov_11_2009.jpg

YouTube Videos:

“Classroom Management Tricks of the Trade: Handshake Q&A”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPvNqJ0Ne60

“Engagement in the Classroom: Interactive Polling”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3brjHfb5Y4

“”Anyone, anyone” teacher from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhiCFdWeQfA

Pictures Taken by Michael Jones (me):

“Welcome Sign,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Student Welcome Sign,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Student Work,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Culture in BJHS,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Culture in History,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Group Classroom,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Rows,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Gymnasium,“© 2013 Michael Jones

“Student Groups,“© 2013 Michael Jones

Quotes:

Stolp, S., & Smith, S. C. (1995). Transforming School Culture: stories, symbols, values, and the leader's role. Eugene, Oregon: ERIC Clearinghouse on Educational Management.