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Please watch the video below or click here to view the document for step-by-step directions to implement the Canvas Open Court Assessments.
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In Chapter 7 of EduProtocol Field Guide Book 1, the authors discuss a Smart Start to teach the proper process to create a presentation. In this lesson, students are actually asked to break the rules in order to learn the correct way to create presentations that are well-organized with proper graphics. Jon Corippo created this video from the following video by comedian Don McMillian's.
Presentation Mistakes to Avoid for Elementary Students:
In the Grade 2 - 4 PD, the presenter frequently suggested establishing instructional routines for various components of the program. I was never quick enough to get a picture of the routines! No worries though! You can search for your grade level routines in the Resource Library under TE Routines. Check out the video above for further support.
In the Grade K-1 PD, the presenter was focused on creating a routine of using sound/spelling cards. There are videos to help guide the teacher through these routines. See the Monday Mornings with Marisa playlist link above. In addition, there are background videos for each unit. When you click on the RESOURCE LIBRARY, search "Background Builder". The videos are less than 3 minutes each.
So how can we combine some of these EduProtocols to enhance how we teach new ELA vocabulary, Math, Science, or Social Studies terms? Let's take a look.
First, set up the activity/game you'd like to use on Quizizz, Kahoot, Blooket, etc.
Day 1
1. Quiz students making sure that they receive immediate feedback on their missed words.
2. Review and discuss the most missed words using the features on the teacher dashboard of the program.
1. To practice, have students work in small groups to complete a Frayer model for each word. This can be done by sharing in a Canvas discussion board, sharing a class slide deck and assigning each group a specific slide, sharing on Flip, carousel a hard copy around the room, or another way you choose.
2. Discuss the completed Frayer templates focusing on the missed words from day one.
1. Allow students to answer "Would You Rather?" questions using vocabulary words for the week. You can assign students to one of the "Would You Rather?" slides.
2. As a class, discuss the "Would You Rather?" statements.
Have you tried "Would You Rather" activities with your students? This type of activity helps students develop critical thinking, decision-making, and communication skills. Teachers can get their students writing while providing logical reasoning to their own decisions. While doing so, the activity will provide the opportunity for students to learn how to respect the opinion of others and accept different points of view.
Tired of the way you introduce ELA, Science, or Studies Studies vocabulary terms with your students? Have you tried the Frayer Model? EduProtocol Field Guide Book 1 by Marlena Hebern and Jon Corippo has outline the steps to familiarize your students with Frayer in a fun way laying the foundation for the students to utilize it throughout your curriculum.
Not familiar with the Frayer model? Watch the following video for a detailed explanation which also includes ideas for ESL in your classroom. The Frayer model was created by Dorothy Frayer and her colleagues at the University of Wisconsin in 1969 to help students better understand vocabulary.
You can find information about the Frayer EduProtocol in Chapter 16 beginning on page 109.
Directions
1. Prepare the Frayer model in an electronic format or paper copy. (You can have a slide deck and assign slides to specific students or groups of students, or you can share a copy of the template to students on Canvas.)
2. Provide a copy of your desired template for each student or group of students.
3. Allow time for the students to complete their Frayer template using words and images.
4. Once students create their copies, they can be shared on a Canvas discussion board, printed and used as a carousel, or other means.
Key Points
Finding the correct image is sometimes difficult. Students may need to think of another search term to find an appropriate image to showcase the word. Example: quick - students may need to type "running fast" in the search field of Google Slides for to find an image of quick.
For a non-example, you can search for something that is easily confused with the word, but not the same to get the antonym for it. For example, if you search the antonym for left, you will get words that mean right. If you mean the antonym to be return, then you would search for the antonym of "departed".
Allow for littles to rely more on images than text alone. Not comfortable letting students search for images on the web? You can create an image bank of preapproved images for students to choose from. You can even have a drag-and-drop option on the premade slides for convenience.
Frayer templates can be either complicated or simple, depending on the terms being used.
Want to gamify the Frayer Model? In this video, Jake Carr talks about printing out the quadrants, cutting them apart and having the students work to put the correct parts together similar to a jigsaw puzzle. This is a great way to show student understanding of the word.
Tired of giving your students a list of words, having them define them using a dictionary (hoping they choose the correct definition and understand it), asking them to memorize that list, and then crossing your fingers that they pass the quiz at the end of the week?
Have you heard of, or thought of using the EduProtocol, Fast & Curious?
See what Matt Miller has to say about the Fast & Curious EduProtocol by viewing the video and blog below.
Here's how to get started. Prior to the start of the day, you set up a quiz using Quizizz, Kahoot, Blooket, or another gamified app. According to The EduProtocol Field Guide Book 1, pg 15, using question-to-flashcard and immediate class feedback features is best. Once you have the quiz, you have done most of the work!
First, set up the activity/game you'd like to use on Quizizz, Kahoot, Blooket, etc.
Here is a resource to use to allow students to keep track of their progress.
Day 1
1. Quiz students making sure that they receive immediate feedback on their missed words.
2. Review and discuss the most missed words using the features on the teacher dashboard of the program.
3. Quiz again providing immediate feedback.
Day 2
1. Repeat missed words from day one.
2. Allow students to take the quiz again.
Day 3
1. Repeat missed words from day one.
2. Allow students to take the quiz again.
Example
Day 4
1. Conduct the final quiz or test using same quiz, digital platform, Canvas, or paper copy.
Hurdles for Primary
Primary grades would also be successful with this format. They may need more visuals/pictures, but that is doable with these programs.
Getting the younger students to the correct link can sometimes pose a problem, but teachers can share the direct link to the game in Canvas, Clever, or on a shared Google slide. Click here for an example.
Not sure how these gamify programs work? Check out the following information or contact your technology trainer.
**This is the suggested EduProtocol to experiment with to see how using these types of procedures can positively impact your classroom with limited prep on your end. Check out this Comprehensive Chart from EduProtocol Field Guide Book 1 -16- Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infinite Learning Possibilities by Marelena Hebern & Jon Corippo and let us know if there is something that interests you or if you'd like to read and discuss this book with others.
Have another gamify program that you enjoy in your classroom? Tell us about it!
