To Teach is to Inspire… but what else?

1. To Teach is to Inspire…but what else? Hannah Anderson Josh Auckland Angel KumasakaAnni Mizuta

2. Why Teach? Why do you teach? What go you started in this profession?

3. What Makes a Good Teacher? • How do you change a child’s life? • What qualities do all good teachers posses? • Knowledge about subject matter • Engaging & applicable lessons • Self-reflective & accept constructive feedback • Inspire students

4. What Do Students Need? • How do you get a student ready to learn? • What do students need? • to reflect upon their learning • enjoyable & worthwhile tasks • ownership in the class and its goals • variety and choice in their work • opportunities for moral development

5. What Do Good Classrooms Look Like? Establishes trust in others and self Comfortable and relaxed Goals and expectations are clearly posted Concise classroom management Creates ownership and respect for the class Challenges students to develop self-respect Develops self-awareness 

6. At the End of the Day…What Matters Most? What is our goal as teachers? Prepare students for their future Ensure students are making progress, meaningful learning  Help students meet state standards Prepare students to be competitive in global society  Model and teach values & character

7. The Reflective Classroom Why is a reflective classroom important? Self improvement & critical thinking skills Student empowerment in learning  Cooperative learning & safe atmosphere  Student engagement & openness to learning

8. How Do You Raise Student Achievement? Focus on knowledge, skills, and values   Differentiate the learning to make connections Have high expectations Have students produce work of true value  Use effective, research-based instructional strategies & curriculum Allow active participation in learning giving students a voice Use student reflections for assessment, feedback, and engagement 

9. Our Place in History How does morality fit into education? How has the U.S. Constitution influenced our educational system? What is the right balance? vs. Head Heart

10. In Conclusion…. We are all made differently with different gifts & skills There is no “one way” to teach Teaching is a calling, to make a difference in others’ lives

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