I'm starting to think that this last semester will be the most challenging as far as presenting material and making sure that the students retain the information. With the graduation test, then Spring Break in a couple of weeks, then end of course testing, and the nice weather outside all of this combined will make it difficult for me to present the material.
I'm planning to go ahead and present material the week before Spring Break that will be needed when we get back from the break. I just hope that I don't have to teach it all over again. This is my first time through this so I'm curious to see how the students will be in class with everything else going on.
Has anyone found it to be more difficult during the Spring semester to keep students involved? Just curious if I'm worrying about nothing.
Natalie, last year I found the Spring semester to be considerably more challenging, especially with the Seniors (Senioritis). With so many distractions it's hard to keep the students focused. I wouldn't panic, but it's good that you're aware of what's going on. I would also go ahead and try to stay on schedule, but allow yourself some time to have a good recap when you get back from Spring Break.
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ReplyDeleteYou are right, in the spring term, the students start focusing their eyes on summer - but push foward!