Peer Observation
On February 25th, 2015, I was observed by my classmate Rachel. I was teaching a lesson on identifying the theme of a passage or story....
Diversity Case Study: A Difference in Perpectives
I agree with Nikhil's feelings that it was unfair for other students to be allowed to wear religious symbols and he could not. A...
Diversity Case Study: I'm Not Black
While Ms. Lee's intentions were good, she automatially assumed Warren would be a good mentor for Abiola just because the are both black....
Reflections on Diversity Case Study
Reflecting on what I have learned from reading the diversity case studies, and what I have experienced in the classroom, it is extremely...
CASE 3.2: A CLASS LESSON IN ETIQUETTE
2. Mr. Peyton was mindful enough to meet with Ms. Hollingsworth prior to her visit. How, if at all, could he have prepared Ms....
CASE 3.1: CHOCOLATE BAR FUNDRAISER
1. What are the equity implications of fundraisers that require students to sell items such as chocolate bars? Do you agree with Ms....
When plans don't go according to schedule...
Peyton has had difficulty staying on task, and often questions the flow of the class schedule. "When is lunch?" "When are we going out...
Turn and Talk
It is amazing to see how far Kindergarten instruction has come. When I was 5 years old, I took naps, and colored all day. Kindergarten is...
Digging Deeper
I learned so much about my focus student, Peyton, today. After Peyton had a major, uncontrollable meltdown last week, Mrs. Cecco spoke...
