1/29/2021
Topic:
Students With Disabilities
Erin O'Connor
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I had many students fall on the spectrum. At times it was hard for them to focus during full class instruction. It was important for me to take time with them individually to make sure they understood the content and instructions for the art assignment. Certain students would question everything, which in turn made it a great learning experience for all of us, we were able to think of the assignment in different ways and how to accomplish the tasks as students and teachers. |
2/9/2021
Topic:
Tools and Strategies
Erin O'Connor
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Two strategies I could start using in my classroom more are Peer Partners and Chaining. Art classrooms in themselves can be a very social environment with how students are normally seated around a table. It would be nice to get them to all work together and help one another during different lessons. One student might be a master at one thing and be able to explain or assist a student who needs a little extra help. I also really like the idea of chaining. Sometimes students can become overwhelmed when thinking of the end product. But being able to break it down into very specific, small steps will help students overcome their fear and create meaningful work that is understood. |
2/11/2021
Topic:
Assessment of Learning
Erin O'Connor
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For my classes exit tickets and sketchbooks have been wonderful. It allows me to gage where each student is within the unit and how to move forward. The sketchbooks are a great tool also, I have them complete reflections on many different prompts and assign practice pages for their assignments. I am able to collect the sketchbooks once a quarter for grading to check for understanding and progress with the assignments. |