https://www.khanacademy.org/math/early-math
Upon visiting khanacademy.org, I found ways to implement strategies in the classroom. This website offers many resources available for teachers to use in the classroom. As an educator, I can choose content on the site to help me and my students in their learning process. For example, there are videos included with lesson techniques to demonstrate teaching strategies. I can choose content area and grade level.
I chose early math since I am currently working with students that are at early levels in math. I watched the video on creating a number grid. It showed how it can be done by seeing patterns. The colors effect makes the pattern stand out even more. The tens place was written with a different color, with explanation for connections to 10 plus a number. The demonstration allows for predicting during the process. Upon completion, it can be a reference for future use in related math tasks. Students with disabilities can benefit from the use of visuals.
Another video that I watch pertained to shapes and how to compare shapes. It was called Uncle Fal's Shape Collection. It provided details about how to classify shapes. Following the video is an exercise to reinforce data. For example, the question asks which shape has more sides between two shown shapes. The activity offers hints if needed; three were available for this question. You can just see one at a time, and choose if you need all three hints or not. You can work at a slower pace if necessary. Clicking on the option to see the next hint when you choose to, it will allow for thinking time. It assists as needed.
The activities that follow the video are extremely helpful. After watching Uncle Fal's Shapes Collection, there are three exercises to review the content. They were about comparing shapes, attributes of shapes, and recognizing shapes. If you choose the correct answer, a smile face icon comes up for feedback that the answer is correct. The answer button to click on will shake as if to say no if it is incorrect. The smile face will still come up if you choose the correct answer the next time. Positive feedback is important for struggling learners. It encourages them and increase learning. I found that you can continue on by selecting to go on to the next section, which seems more complex. I can see how the activities can be incorporated into the classroom.
The third video I choose to watch related to measurement and data. It was called Measuring a Golden Statue, and provided an engaging story line, explicit instruction, and strategic methods, such as letting the individual figure out the problem on their own. The lesson also includes exercises related to the content. An example is comparing sizes, i.e. Between two figures like animals, it asks which is smaller of the two. It will allow students to improve on measuring techniques. Feedback continues to be given, such as being told correct with a smiley face. The site provides visuals, practice, and hints to help struggling learners learn content.
The program gives many incentives for use, such as how you points for activity, which are clearly explained. The website provides notifications to alert individuals of messages. It aids in familiarizing individuals with technology options/resources. The program lets you practice, and keeps track of progress. It will be helpful in planning, instructing, and assessing fin the classroom. Whether or not you are a teacher or one of the students, there is learning to be gained. There are many benefits, and worth exploring for increase assistance and knowledge.
Upon visiting khanacademy.org, I found ways to implement strategies in the classroom. This website offers many resources available for teachers to use in the classroom. As an educator, I can choose content on the site to help me and my students in their learning process. For example, there are videos included with lesson techniques to demonstrate teaching strategies. I can choose content area and grade level.
I chose early math since I am currently working with students that are at early levels in math. I watched the video on creating a number grid. It showed how it can be done by seeing patterns. The colors effect makes the pattern stand out even more. The tens place was written with a different color, with explanation for connections to 10 plus a number. The demonstration allows for predicting during the process. Upon completion, it can be a reference for future use in related math tasks. Students with disabilities can benefit from the use of visuals.
Another video that I watch pertained to shapes and how to compare shapes. It was called Uncle Fal's Shape Collection. It provided details about how to classify shapes. Following the video is an exercise to reinforce data. For example, the question asks which shape has more sides between two shown shapes. The activity offers hints if needed; three were available for this question. You can just see one at a time, and choose if you need all three hints or not. You can work at a slower pace if necessary. Clicking on the option to see the next hint when you choose to, it will allow for thinking time. It assists as needed.
The activities that follow the video are extremely helpful. After watching Uncle Fal's Shapes Collection, there are three exercises to review the content. They were about comparing shapes, attributes of shapes, and recognizing shapes. If you choose the correct answer, a smile face icon comes up for feedback that the answer is correct. The answer button to click on will shake as if to say no if it is incorrect. The smile face will still come up if you choose the correct answer the next time. Positive feedback is important for struggling learners. It encourages them and increase learning. I found that you can continue on by selecting to go on to the next section, which seems more complex. I can see how the activities can be incorporated into the classroom.
The third video I choose to watch related to measurement and data. It was called Measuring a Golden Statue, and provided an engaging story line, explicit instruction, and strategic methods, such as letting the individual figure out the problem on their own. The lesson also includes exercises related to the content. An example is comparing sizes, i.e. Between two figures like animals, it asks which is smaller of the two. It will allow students to improve on measuring techniques. Feedback continues to be given, such as being told correct with a smiley face. The site provides visuals, practice, and hints to help struggling learners learn content.
The program gives many incentives for use, such as how you points for activity, which are clearly explained. The website provides notifications to alert individuals of messages. It aids in familiarizing individuals with technology options/resources. The program lets you practice, and keeps track of progress. It will be helpful in planning, instructing, and assessing fin the classroom. Whether or not you are a teacher or one of the students, there is learning to be gained. There are many benefits, and worth exploring for increase assistance and knowledge.