Lesson 23: Feedback, instructions, and constraints in coaching (with Kevin Becker) Professor Kevin Becker shares tips from the latest research on effective feedback, cueing, and using constraints in. Valastro is in his sixth year as the proud principal of Clarendon Elementary. Fred is in education because he loves to work with children and hopes to improve the lives of each one. He is an administrator because he knows he can help other educators do the same for children and hopes to inspire all educators to be their best. Pamela Becker-Dual Immersion Teacher. 801-794-2226 ext. I love teaching at ALA. I have been teaching here since the doors first opened to our students in September 2005. I was born and grew up in California, but really enjoy living in Spanish Fork where I’ve lived with my family since 2004. Aug 18, 2019 - Explore Meka's board 'Classroom Management' on Pinterest. See more ideas about classroom, classroom management, preschool classroom. Hi Fuquay Family! My name is Ashley Becker and I am so excited to be a part of this community! I have been teaching since 2010. I have previously taught 4th grade in Durham, 5th grade & 3rd grade in Holly Springs at Holly Ridge Elementary.
At Northern Heights, we are here to attend to your education. You are the reason school exists; however, that doesn't mean that you can do whatever you want. The professional educators at NHHS know what it takes to create a space where students can learn. Mr. Becker considers it his duty to create that space and will respond to situations which detract from this important mission; he is okay with not winning a popularity contest.
You are responsible for your actions. If you don't complete homework, you will fail the course. If your behavior disrupts the classroom you will earn the consequences set forth in the handbook and/or syllabus. It doesn't matter if Mr. Becker likes you or not. (He actually likes students, so chances are he likes you.) Everyone will be treated the same way. Follow the handbook, syllabus, and complete work; you will be just fine. Treat others with respect and you will be treated in kind.
If you want to do well at something, you need to work at it. Class discussions, presentations, reading assignments, homework, and projects are all designed to help students learn. When a student refuses to work hard on all of these, it is not surprising when he/she doesn't understand. When you have the attitude that English is a waste of time, you will not do well. Right now, you might not be able to see the importance, but you will. You may hear parents of your friends say, 'I was never any good at English.' The translation of this statement is, 'I never put forth the effort in English.' Mr. Becker has taught students with severe needs and students who are in the initial stages of language acquisition and has had success with both.
Your attitude is the key. When you hear a negative adult say, 'this is such a waste of time; you will ever need this,' remember that we are not trying to train you to be a repository of information. A cell phone contains more information than any of us can remember in a lifetime. The goal is for you to be a consumer of information, a creative thinker, and someone who can communicate. Employers say that the number one skill missing in the work force is the ability to think creatively, outside of the box. This is what we are working on. It can be hard to see how this is happening, but trust us. We went to school for this. It amazes me how often people will take the advice of professionals like doctors, lawyers, physical therapists, et al; but will question the professional judgement of teachers. Teachers like Mr. Becker make decisions based on extensive education and training; please let him do his job.
Your attitude is the key. When you hear a negative adult say, 'this is such a waste of time; you will ever need this,' remember that we are not trying to train you to be a repository of information. A cell phone contains more information than any of us can remember in a lifetime. The goal is for you to be a consumer of information, a creative thinker, and someone who can communicate. Employers say that the number one skill missing in the work force is the ability to think creatively, outside of the box. This is what we are working on. It can be hard to see how this is happening, but trust us. We went to school for this. It amazes me how often people will take the advice of professionals like doctors, lawyers, physical therapists, et al; but will question the professional judgement of teachers. Teachers like Mr. Becker make decisions based on extensive education and training; please let him do his job.
The bottom line is that it doesn't matter how 'good' you are at English the first day. Remember this quote.
'Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.' -Kevin Durant
We are make mistakes. Mr. Becker makes them from time to time. Believe it or not, he is a human being. Mr. Becker believes in the importance of owning mistakes and then moving on. If he makes a mistake that affects the class, he will bring it up and the beginning of class and apologize. If he makes a mistake with an individual student he will make sure to address it with the student. Mr. Becker expects students to respond in kind. When you do make a mistake, even a big one, everyone starts fresh the next day. If you get in trouble on the first day of Sophomore English, the next two years aren't going to be horrible. Accept the consequences with grace and vow to not make the mistake again. Large mistakes may even need an apology. Accept responsibility for your actions and tomorrow will be a fresh start.
Take care and have a wonderful year in Mr.Becker's classroom!
Mr Becker S Classroom Homepage
Please see the links above for information that deals with 8th Grade ELA this year, whether it's what we read, what we'll write, or anything else. Reach out to me via school e-mail at dbecker@pancent.org with questions.
All work must be submitted via Google Classroom, including screen shots of notebook writing where needed. We will spend time learning how to use our iPads which includes using both Google Docs and Microsoft Word. As above, taking a picture or screenshot of work that is due can be done as a last resort where needed, so confusion with the programs used should not prevent work completion and submission.
Our class will be expecting students to read often, both with in-class books and independent reading. We will read four books (click on 'Authors' above for more details): The Giver,The Hunger Games, Unbroken, andSugar Changed the World.
Students will complete targeted writing assignments they'll submit through Google Classroom. They will be expected to answer questions weekly, and these will be graded for quality using New York State rubrics for short answers and extended responses. These questions will also deal with ideas and expectations similar to state test question structure, but we also quickly move past them to help them get ready for the high school writing needed for success there.
Research will focus on two different larger assignments that students will work on. as the year moves.
Finally, our iReady page explains our work with the program. Students in grades 3-8 at Panama use iReady. This year, students will look to completely finish out of the program to maintain steady progress towards mastery of multiple parts of English.
All work must be submitted via Google Classroom, including screen shots of notebook writing where needed. We will spend time learning how to use our iPads which includes using both Google Docs and Microsoft Word. As above, taking a picture or screenshot of work that is due can be done as a last resort where needed, so confusion with the programs used should not prevent work completion and submission.
Our class will be expecting students to read often, both with in-class books and independent reading. We will read four books (click on 'Authors' above for more details): The Giver,The Hunger Games, Unbroken, andSugar Changed the World.
Students will complete targeted writing assignments they'll submit through Google Classroom. They will be expected to answer questions weekly, and these will be graded for quality using New York State rubrics for short answers and extended responses. These questions will also deal with ideas and expectations similar to state test question structure, but we also quickly move past them to help them get ready for the high school writing needed for success there.
Research will focus on two different larger assignments that students will work on. as the year moves.
Finally, our iReady page explains our work with the program. Students in grades 3-8 at Panama use iReady. This year, students will look to completely finish out of the program to maintain steady progress towards mastery of multiple parts of English.