service learning in a deaf classroom
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- 1. Amanda Whittemore
[email protected]
November 28, 2010
EEX 3241
Service-Learning in a Deaf classroom - 2. 231 Rinehart Road
Lake Mary, Florida 32746
(407) 871-8150
The Crystal Lake Elementary community willuphold an enthusiastic learning community where teachers and students are dedicated and motivated to work beyond what they believe can be achieved. - 3. Mrs. Bocceciamps classroom
10 students (grades ranging from 3rd-5th )
The students are considered to have disabilities based on the I.D.E.A
All students have varying levels of deafness (Profound, Moderate, Hard-of-Hearing)
Students ethnic/linguistic backgrounds:
Spanish, English - 4. Engagement Activities
I went to the classroom once a week for a few hours each time. I went a total of 6 days.
The main service-learning activities that I was involved with was tutoring/mentoring in the following areas:
Math
Reading - 5. Math Tutoring
I worked one-on-one with the students and also in small groups.
Helped students with math worksheets
ESE strategy for multiplication: using pictures
For example: 3x2=6
ESE strategy for adding/subtracting: using blocks
For example: 2+1=3
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X
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In addition to tutoring in math, I also helped the students with reading and spelling.
Worked with small groups reading stories
ESE strategies: reading aloud, going over definitions of unfamiliar words, using sign language - 7. Service in Action
Unfortunately I was not able to take pictures of my service-learning because of the classroom rules. In order to take pictures with the students I would have to contact all the parents and go through lots of permission forms. - 8. Perceptions of Differences
Initial thoughts
Thoughts now
Most impactful experiences - 9. Connections to Your Course
I completed the Community Connections service-learning project for EEX 3241. All of these connections I made while in the classroom will help me in my future classroom.
Reciprocal Teaching (RT) (Ch 6;pg 174; 4th edition)
Teach students to self-evaluate (Ch 4; pg 126; 4th edition)
Independent Practice (Ch 4; pg 124; 4th edition) - 10. Civic Engagement
I have always been an advocate for civic engagement and volunteerism. I feel that it is our duty as citizens to help those in need.
I would most definitely encourage other students and teachers to participate in service-learning. It is a wonderful experience. - 11. Final Thoughts
I think that service-learning is a wonderful experience. I for one had a fantastic time helping the students in the Deaf classroom I volunteered in. It motivated me to become more involved in many different volunteering opportunities. I will recruit all my friends and family as well