Standard 2: Establishes a safe, inclusive, and respectable learning environment for a diverse population of students
Artifact #1:
Lesson 2 Reflection:
My second lesson, Allison Alter was not there that day, and I had the class in my hands. It was nice. I was nervous at first, but then I realized that it was up to me to make this a successful learning experience. I taught about relief block printmaking, it’s history, and how it is applicable. We were doing linoleum cuts for the relief printing. So, we went over the process for that in depth as well. I think this beginning part was successful. It was a bit of me speaking to them, but there was so much information that I think this was the best way. I tried my best to ask questions throughout the presentation and spark their interest/get them to think. For example, I showed examples of linoleum cuts and asked the class very specific questions to get them to think about what was going on. Such as “what did the artist do in this artwork to activate the space and make it interesting?” I got some good responses from that.
I also brought in a couple of my own prints and created my own step-by-step photo sequence. I think that this made it much more engaging and interesting for students to see my interest and passion in the art.
The activity came last. It involved an opportunity for students to practice carving into the linoleum with a pre-set image that I created. This went smoothly. Students were interested and loved playing around. The only thing that I wish would’ve done differently is had the other students that weren’t practicing with the linoleum have something substantial to be doing. In this case, just providing enough little blocks for everyone or having everyone follow along with me while I carve the same image.
I ended the activity by asking students about what they thought. If it was difficult/easy. As well as what they plan on doing with their actual pieces. This was something I did not plan on doing, but thought it was important to close out with. It made me realize the importance of having an “ending” to each lesson.
Rationale:
This reflection shows my knowledge of Standard 2 in that I speak about how I realized I should have created the lesson in order for ALL students to have the ability to be learning the whole time. I learned that efficient use of time and considering EVERY student is extremely important and should be taken into account while planning.
Lesson 2 Reflection:
My second lesson, Allison Alter was not there that day, and I had the class in my hands. It was nice. I was nervous at first, but then I realized that it was up to me to make this a successful learning experience. I taught about relief block printmaking, it’s history, and how it is applicable. We were doing linoleum cuts for the relief printing. So, we went over the process for that in depth as well. I think this beginning part was successful. It was a bit of me speaking to them, but there was so much information that I think this was the best way. I tried my best to ask questions throughout the presentation and spark their interest/get them to think. For example, I showed examples of linoleum cuts and asked the class very specific questions to get them to think about what was going on. Such as “what did the artist do in this artwork to activate the space and make it interesting?” I got some good responses from that.
I also brought in a couple of my own prints and created my own step-by-step photo sequence. I think that this made it much more engaging and interesting for students to see my interest and passion in the art.
The activity came last. It involved an opportunity for students to practice carving into the linoleum with a pre-set image that I created. This went smoothly. Students were interested and loved playing around. The only thing that I wish would’ve done differently is had the other students that weren’t practicing with the linoleum have something substantial to be doing. In this case, just providing enough little blocks for everyone or having everyone follow along with me while I carve the same image.
I ended the activity by asking students about what they thought. If it was difficult/easy. As well as what they plan on doing with their actual pieces. This was something I did not plan on doing, but thought it was important to close out with. It made me realize the importance of having an “ending” to each lesson.
Rationale:
This reflection shows my knowledge of Standard 2 in that I speak about how I realized I should have created the lesson in order for ALL students to have the ability to be learning the whole time. I learned that efficient use of time and considering EVERY student is extremely important and should be taken into account while planning.
Artifact #2:
Extra-Curricular Reflection (CO-Curricular):
I attended an FCHS women’s soccer game against Rocky Mountain High School. The game ended with a 1-0 loss. I used to play soccer in high school, so going to this event was pretty nostalgic for me. I missed being under the lights and giving it your all like these girls did. The lambkins (as well as the Lobos) had a huge amount of energy supporting their team. You could tell the pride that was behind every pass, defensive move, etc by each parent, coach, and team member. It was so refreshing seeing the amount of praise each member got when performing in anyway on the field. By “anyway”, I mean even when someone passed to the wrong team or fell to the ground, they were still encouraged to keep going. They were representing their school, and in turn, each and every teacher, proud parent, and staff member. You could feel the confidence they had in their teammates and themselves.
As a part-time time “faculty member” at FCHS, I felt that pride as well. I hope and intend to coach soccer in the future in addition to being a teacher. With that being said, it felt so important to for me to be their and support those girls. In the end, that’s what we do in the classroom. There is a mutual relationship of support between student and teacher. If I expect my students to show up and put effort into what I’m presenting in my classroom, then I need to do the same for them. They need to see that I care about more than whether they get their assignments in on time. I care about who they are, what they’re interested in, and what I can do to have them succeed.
Rationale:
Within this reflection, I explain the importance of connecting with students on a personal level. When we had the student panel come, they told us that one of the biggest things they wished was that teachers treated them more like humans. In this way, supporting students outside of the classroom is extremely beneficial to connecting with them in the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Reflection (CO-Curricular):
I attended an FCHS women’s soccer game against Rocky Mountain High School. The game ended with a 1-0 loss. I used to play soccer in high school, so going to this event was pretty nostalgic for me. I missed being under the lights and giving it your all like these girls did. The lambkins (as well as the Lobos) had a huge amount of energy supporting their team. You could tell the pride that was behind every pass, defensive move, etc by each parent, coach, and team member. It was so refreshing seeing the amount of praise each member got when performing in anyway on the field. By “anyway”, I mean even when someone passed to the wrong team or fell to the ground, they were still encouraged to keep going. They were representing their school, and in turn, each and every teacher, proud parent, and staff member. You could feel the confidence they had in their teammates and themselves.
As a part-time time “faculty member” at FCHS, I felt that pride as well. I hope and intend to coach soccer in the future in addition to being a teacher. With that being said, it felt so important to for me to be their and support those girls. In the end, that’s what we do in the classroom. There is a mutual relationship of support between student and teacher. If I expect my students to show up and put effort into what I’m presenting in my classroom, then I need to do the same for them. They need to see that I care about more than whether they get their assignments in on time. I care about who they are, what they’re interested in, and what I can do to have them succeed.
Rationale:
Within this reflection, I explain the importance of connecting with students on a personal level. When we had the student panel come, they told us that one of the biggest things they wished was that teachers treated them more like humans. In this way, supporting students outside of the classroom is extremely beneficial to connecting with them in the classroom.
Artifact #3:
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Within the management plan that I wrote for my future classroom, I spoke about what I expected in regards to acceptable student behavior as well what the class would look like in general. This shows my intention to be predictable and set my students up for success.