Encouraging Voice and Choice in the Classroom
Episode description
It's not uncommon for teachers in early education to need to strike a balance between following children's leads and sticking to the classroom schedule. We know that intentional teachers are aware of their responsibility to assess student progress, understand skill mastery, and plan accordingly to provide opportunities for children to grow. However, many times, as teachers begin a specific teacher-directed activity, it is unsettling when students begin to veer from the step-by-step plans the teacher has worked hard to implement.
Teacher and coach, Colleen Schmit, will share how teachers can strike the balance between following the lesson plans and giving children freedom of choice and flexibility in the classroom.
Learn more about regard for student's perspective on our blog:
- What Does Regard for Student Perspectives Look Like in a Teacher-Directed Activity?
- Regard for Student Perspectives: A Key Instructional Strategy for Improved Instructional Support
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