I think I still need to work on being a bit more prepared for my lessons, especially as I begin to take over more lessons in a day. Right now I have the benefit of being the second teacher for most of the day so if I need to set something up or re-read my notes while Diane teaches, I can. As I take on more responsibilities I will need to be more prepared for the whole day.
Monday, September 17, 2012
lesson planning/ preparedness
So far I haven't done a lot of full TPA style writeups for my lessons. I have found that I feel most prepared if I think through every step of the lesson--especially transitions and handing out of supplies--and write down a few notes of what directions I want to give when. I don't usually use my notes, but I feel better knowing that I've thought through how the lesson will play out and imagined it in my head.
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From having read your plan for today's reading lesson, I can say you appear to be a thoughtful, careful planner. It's difficult to feel totally prepared, all day long, especially when you're the lead teacher in a self-contained classroom responsible for 5 different academic subjects (at least!). You'll be ready when the time comes, though.
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