Chapter 10 and 12

Chapter 10

1. How do you know that students understand a concept?

One way is through something we have worked with recently, graphic organizers. By having them put down what they know or understand about what your teaching it can help you to fill in the holes where they do not understand.

2. How can you depict student misconceptions of key information?

Through graphic organizers you can see if the student really understands the subject because it is demonstrated through what they put on paper. If they can fill it out correctly and thoroughly then they understand it. If they don't then they need more instruction because they are not comprehending the material correctly.

3. How can students capture and transfer brainstorming ideas into written thoughts?

Once again a graphic organizer could be the best tool. It allows them to write down all of their thoughts without being overwhelmed and helps them to organize their ideas. This way they can build those thoughts into sentences, which are turned in paragraphs, which are turned into assignments!

Chapter 12

1. What can I do to "get ready" for a lesson in which my students use computers?

Make sure you plan "not only what the students will do but also how they will be grouped and what resources they will need" (Morrison and Lowther pg 190). These resources might include handouts or guides and tutorials. This will help you and the students move through the lesson effectively.

2. Where does the "computer part" come when I am teaching a lesson?

You can use the computer as much as you want to as long as it fits into the lesson. You can use it throughout the lesson or just at certain times. If it doesn't fit into the lesson don't use it. Overuse of the computer can be detrimental to the lesson.

3. How do you ensure equal access for all students with only three computers?

You can put students in groups and/or have them rotate. It will be important to make sure that they use their time very effectively because they will not have as much of it. This means that as a teacher we should make sure they know exactly what they are(and are not) supposed to be doing so they don't have to stop and ask a lot of questions.