Daretodifferentiate - home. Reader Idea | Teaching the American Civil War to Students in China. An 1866 image showed Gen. Robert E. Lee on Traveller, his famous horse. This idea, for using primary sources to help teach about the Civil War, comes from a teacher who works with English-language learners in China. If you’ve used The Times for teaching and learning and would like to see your idea on our blog, write in and tell us what you’ve done. Teacher: Margaret Blaha Institution: Shanghai University of Finance and Economics Grade Level of Students: Intermediate to advanced English-language students Idea: Students use a Learning Network lesson on the Civil War and primary and secondary sources, do their own research on an important figure, then write blog posts that explain a primary source and its lasting effects on American culture.
Why We Chose It: This lesson offers an engaging introduction to the vast topic of the Civil War for a 17-week course on Western culture taught in China to English-language college students. What Ms. “I’m proud of how it all turned out. . — Margaret Blaha. Cubing and Think Dots. Cooperative Learning. What is Cooperative Learning? Cooperative learning is an instructional strategy that simultaneously addresses academic and social skill learning by students. It is a well-researched instructional strategy and has been reported to be highly successful in the classroom.
For a more in depth explanation of this strategy, follow this link to the self-guided tutorial. What is its purpose? There is an every increasing need for interdependence in all levels of our society. Providing students with the tools to effectively work in a collaborative environment should be a priority. How can I do it? Five Basic Elements of Cooperative Learning 1.
The basic elements of cooperative learning can be considered essential to all interactive methods. How can I adapt it? Cooperative learning can take place in a variety of circumstances. Assessment and Evaluation Considerations Observing cooperative learning groups in action allows you to effectively assess students' work and understanding. Teacher Resources. The Jigsaw Classroom: A Cooperative Learning Technique. Johns Hopkins University Creative Dramatics in the Classroom. By Dee Dickinson For many years Creative Dramatics was a requirement for teacher certification at the University of Washington and in many other universities throughout the country. Budget cuts resulted in the demise of this program (along with many of the other arts); however, its value is still apparent. It is well recognized that this technique is a valuable way to bring almost any subject to life, facilitate learning, and create the conditions for memorable learning experiences.
In addition, it offers rich opportunities for self-expression and the development of creative thinking. In order to prepare students for engaging in this process, it is useful to have them gain confidence by becoming various characters as a group, or participating in group pantomimes, such as different kinds of trees moving in the wind. Another preliminary activity for early elementary children might be the following: The teacher reads mysteriously Walter de la Mare's poem, Someone. About the author.