[ola] Re: Suggestions and input
- From: Jody Soberón <jodysoberon@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: ola <ola@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2015 09:20:40 -0800
Good morning Lori and Troy et. al.,
Thank you so much for your responses. I can't tell you how beneficial it is
being so far removed from other OWL classrooms to hear your feedback and to
also now you face some of the same problems that I have in the class.
I also really appreciate the time you took to respond and hope it is
helpful to others as well.
I would really LOVE it if there were others who could share their insights
so as to benefit each other and newer OWLers. AT this point I am just
working out what structure, timing.
Warm regards,
Jody
On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 11:34 AM, Troy Longstroth <
troy_longstroth@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Jody,
>
> Good questions. I have a lot of the same ones in my classes, especially
> as I reflect and try to improve to start this new semester.
>
> My routine is basically going to be as follows. Of course, there are a
> lot of days when it would flex greatly, but it gives me a structure. I
> have 50 minute classes:
>
> 1. Written warmup in notebook. (5-10 minutes). We have 2 campuses and
> some kids come in a bit late, so this allows the ones that are on time to
> get started on something useful. Late kids will have to makeup warmups on
> their own time. I'll post the prompts online.
>
> 2. Circle- Greetings, vocabulary review, partner conversations, rhythm
> games, etc. (~20 minutes) No notebooks.
>
> 3. Additional activity- breakout groups, pairs, or individual. Reading,
> games, skits, etc. (~15 minutes)
>
> 4. Wrap up- kids record new vocabulary on the board and in their
> notebooks. Homework/writing prompt assigned, as needed.
>
> I do have chairs in my room stacked against the wall. We use them for
> some games, but not daily. During warmups and other journal times, I just
> have kids sit on the floor. My room has carpet. Chairs wouldn't hurt, but
> it's extra time to get them out and put them away.
>
> I too feel like we generate and record a LOT of vocabulary, but don't
> review it enough. One of my goals this year is to slow down and repeat
> more so that it is actually internalized, instead of just "covered."
>
> I hope that helps a little bit.
>
> Troy
>
> Troy Longstroth
> Spanish and Outdoor Recreation Teacher
> *Redmond Proficiency Academy*
> www.rpacademy.org
> cell: 541-977-3143
>
>
>
> On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 10:23 AM, Jody Soberon <jodyso@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> > wrote:
>
>> Good morning,
>>
>> I am trying to re-invent my classes this coming semester. I, and my
>> students suffered several set backs and unmet goals. I did take a fabuous
>> workshop this past weekend which was quite helpful, but need more input.
>> (one day was just not enough;)!) I would love to hear from the OWL
>> community. Please feel free to just answer one or two or all. :)
>>
>> 1. What does the structure of your class like? Do you all start and end
>> in circle? If so, how much time is involved? (I have 55 min classes).
>>
>> a) Do your students carry their books with the during circle to help with
>> drawing and describing?
>>
>> b) When you break into pairs/trios. etc How long do you give them to
>> cover the topic for Level 1, Level 2, etc. Then transition and same topic,
>> thread from the topic, etc.
>>
>> 2. How much time is spent on journaling and do you journal everyday? It
>> seems they don't have nearly enough in their journals.
>>
>> a) How many pages do your A or M students usually have per week/Quarter?
>>
>> 3. Do you break circle for an activity or activities every day?
>>
>> a) How long do activities usually last in your classroom?
>>
>> b) Do students sit on the floor for the activity?
>>
>> c) Do you have chairs available at all?
>>
>> 4. About how many vocab words are you adding every day/week? ( It seems I
>> have been adding too many and then not working with them long enough - kind
>> of like it's been all about creating and drawing out vocabulary, but then
>> not enough practice for vocab to be learned/acquired).
>>
>> Thank you so much for your input!
>>
>> Jody
>>
>
>
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