Instructional techniques
What is a KWL chart?
A what you KNOW, what you WANT to know, and what you want to LEARN chart
When a student is being chatty, what is one way to subtly try to get them to quiet down?
Having close proximity to their seat
What does PLC stand for?
Professional learning community
What does IEP stand for?
Individualized Educational Plan
Why is it important to maintain a positive attitude with students?
Students tend to feed off of your energy. If you are negative about the material or have a pessimistic attitude, they will likely adopt that viewpoint as well.
What are some ways you can help an ELL student in the classroom?
Sit them next to a helpful peer, use lots of visuals, being mindful of body language, etc...
Why is establishing a daily routine in the classroom so important?
This ensures that the students are familiar with what's expected and it helps them get into "school mode"
Roughly how many rules should you include in your classroom rules?
5
Once a determination to evaluate for an IEP is made, how many days does the district have to complete the evaluations.
90 days
What are the benefits of getting to know your students, such as knowing that your students love baking in a unit about fractions?
This can be beneficial because if you can connect your students personal life to their education, they are more likely to stay engaged and relate to the lesson.
What are the three main types of instructional management techniques for teachers?
Laissez-Faire, Authoritarian, and Authoritative
If a student is cursing in class, should you make a big deal and harp on why it is wrong in front of their peers?
No, it is best to have a private conversation with them before lunch/recess/or when they are changing classes.
What is a benefit of having the students pick their own seats during the first week of school?
You will be able to see the dynamics of the students in the room, and plan the rest of the year accordingly.
True or false: A student with mobility issues is eligible for an IEP
True
Why is it important to seat a student with ADHD away from distractions such as near their friends, near a window, or near the pencil sharpener?
This is because they will be more likely to stay engaged with the lesson when their mind can more easily focus on the task at hand.
What is differentiated instruction?
This is where a teacher plans a variety of different ways for students to learn a concept, being sure to keep in mind the different strengths of each student.
If an attention seeking student is creating chaos to see how you will react, what us the best thing to keep in mind?
Respond, don't react. If you let their behavior get to you, the student will have gotten what they wanted, and it will reinforce the behavior.
Standards, objectives, and materials are all part of what?
A lesson plan
Who has to be present for an IEP eligibility meeting?
The Parent, General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Child Study Team Members, Case Manger, and a School District Administrator.
What are the six elements of Bloom's taxonomy?
Creating, evaluating, analyzing, applying, understanding, and remembering.
What is instructional scaffolding?
This is where an educator will build on the students knowledge and gradually remove guidance and support as students becomes more independent and secure with the topics concepts.
If a student is refusing to do their work, what is one way that you could encourage them to work?
Giving them 5 minutes to sit while everyone works, while complementing and encouraging their peers that are working.
What are 3 important types of planning to consider before structuring your lesson plans?
Unit Planning, Weekly Planning, and Daily Planning
What are the 7 steps in a special education process?
Referral, evaluation, eligibility, IEP, placement, instruction, and annual review.
What are the eight types of multiple intelligences?
Visual, musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, linguistic, mathematical, and naturalistic.