My observation with Dr. B

Hello team:
Well it's over. Yesterday Dr. Burns came out to "the country" and observed me in a computer lab. The students thoroughly enjoyed the assignment and the set induction. I also videotaped myself since it is a rarity that I get to teach a class using my own lesson plans, so I took advantage of the opportunity. For my set induction, I used the movie "The Pursuit of Happyness" and discussed the life of Chris Gardner (a homeless man) and tied it into a career research project. The kids loved it, Dr. B loved it, and I aced my project. Thanks to NTI and the GREAT teaching strategies taught this summer, I felt comfortable teaching a class that I never taught before. When you are a confident and effective teacher, the students pick up on it and they will respect you and your class runs much better.
I also enjoyed being critiqued so that I know what mistakes not to make.
See you all on Sat.
Never Give Up!

OBSERVATION WITH MRS. GREENE

WHEW! FOR SOMETHING THAT I HAVE DREADED FOR A FEW WEEKS NOW, IT WAS RELATIVELY PAINLESS. THE STUDENTS WERE AMAZING. NOT ONLY WERE THE STUDENTS VERY RESPECTFUL, THEY WERE ALSO VERY VOCAL. THEY WERE INVOLVED WITH THE CLASS AND WOULD ANSWER THE QUESTIONS WHEN I ASKED THEM ,AND EVEN HAD THE RIGHT ANSWERS . WE STARTED OUT IN THE CLASSROOM, AND THE LAST 35 OR 40 MINUTES WE WERE IN THE SHOP IN GROUPS WITH OUR CIRCUIT TRAINERS AND MULTI-METERS.ALTHOUGH MRS. GREENE SHOWED ME SOME MINOR THINGS THAT COULD HAVE BEEN DONE DIFFERENTLY,SHE SHOWED ME WAYS TO MAKE THE IMPROVEMENTS NEEDED. OVERALL THINGS WENT GREAT, AND I LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH HER AGAIN.
SEE YOU ALL SATURDAY

Observation from Jessie

Hi to all,
Jessie came and observed my class yesterday. Everything went smooth. My students were very well behaved. They all stayed on task, even the student who likes to sleep. They all participated and seemed to enjoy the lab. We did a rotation lab for vital signs. I divided them up in to pairs. I put my weakest students with my stronger students. Everything that I have learned from NTI has worked very well in my classes. I am so thankful for all they have taught us.
Jamie

Observation Around the Corner!

Well, at least it looks like most people are having great experiences with the observations. That's good news because I have mine this week....Tuesday! I am very excited for Jesse to see our recording studio and facilities...and the class 'in-action!' Our class will have had a test on the Monday prior to Jesse's visit so I had planned a session of critical listening drills and music appreciation as sort of a 'lighter' day. I usually will not start a new unit the day after a test. I hope that she enjoys the visit, as there is not a lot to see when the kids are in the headphones. But, we DO have good discussion in between listens, and especially when we discuss the music. I was considering changing the plan for the day but after speaking with Jesse at Saturday's class she made me feel better about the whole observation. So now, after reading some other blogs, I have much less stress about the whole thing! Twas good to see most of you in class Saturday, though I wish the rest of you were there as well! Everybody keep up the good work and take care. Crockett, out.

Observation

This week has been a great week I had my first observation yesterday, everything went great. Jesse couldn't have been more helpfull. We began our discussion on tire safety this week and for the most part I think everyone understands how important tire safety is. The lesson that was discussed went great and the lab activities that followed went smoothly, if anyone is worried about their observation dont be worried. Riley Ray

Sometimes Kids Suprise You

D'Anthony took control of the class during Dr. J's visit. He's normally my biggest problem, but really took control when it mattered. Sometimes the kids you have the least confidence in, become your biggest cheering section. Now he knows that I will expect him to be a leader from here on out!!!!!!!

The biggest problem I have is that the teacher before me, did nothing to educate the students about Public Safety. Now I have to re-train the lads and lassies into the proper way things are to be done. Glad I have 30 years experience to help me along!

Steven

Preparing for Dr. B's visit

Hello team:
My weekly recap wasn't the greatest! This week has been a very educational one to say the least. I have been in all sorts of classes from Health, to Algebra 2, to Weightlifting in a hot, stinky, smelly old gym, to Language Arts and my very favorite, Business Ed. The Business Ed teacher that I worked for this week was out due to premature labor pains, therefore I subbed for her class 3 days this week. I really enjoyed it and wish to have my own class like that one day soon. The teachers and staff are GREAT here.

In the midst of my busy schedule, I am preparing lesson plans for Dr. B's visit next week. I came up with some GREAT stuff, but we'll see... WHEW! It's a lot of work preparing lesson plans and working full time, but I'm persistent and know that I can handle it. To top it off, I will be in class with you guys all day tomorrow, so no rest for the weary. Oh, I forgot to mention, I have a sinus infection that makes my head feel big as a cement block... but never once called in sick, as bad as I felt.

As for the position in the other school, the principal offered me the position based on a long-term sub which I declined. The position is not open yet until they know if the teacher will return from maternity leave and by law, they can't give her job to me...):

At any point, looking forward to another informative semester...
Never Give Up!
V

Observation Nerves

Jennifer is coming to observe me on Monday. I've been OK with it until today. And now all of a sudden I am getting very nervous about it. What if I mess up? What if my lesson plan stinks?

I was not nervous at all but now I am.......
Say a prayer for me!
Connie