Nikki Perius
Praxis Reflection
Why is teaching
students to become responsible for their learning so important?
Most of us could agree that if you work hard for something,
you feel a sense of accomplishment, when the task is completed. The importance
of teaching each child to value what they are learning is priceless. Even in
second grade level, students can be responsible for their levels of effort. They
should be able to share their strengths and what they feel they could work on. I
believe if we allow our students to feel like they are the ones in charge, they
will put more energy and effort into each lesson. This is possible through
lessons and activities that provide choices, self-editing, and reflection. Our
goal as teachers is to prepare our kids for the future by giving them the tools
in life to become successful. The tools, self-motivation and intrinsic value
are essential to their tool box.
How do I see this
teaching belief in my classroom?
This belief definitely needs to develop within my classroom.
My values of expanding student led learning has grown much deeper over the past
few months. Research has provided me with examples of how this approach helps
students and the methods that are used to apply action. I would like to start
by increasing the amount of lessons and activities which place my students in
the driver’s seat. Here is a list of some ways that currently reflect this
teaching belief.
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Choices
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Books
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Games
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Extensions
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Menus
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Projects
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Self-Editing
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Check-lists
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Writers Meetings
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Rubrics
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Conferencing
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Students write and share areas of strength and
weakness with their parents
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