Overall, I believe Lab A went very well for everyone. Every student had an introduction, signal for attention, statement about expectations, and a hook. When Dr. B gave us the challenge to change our signal for attention everyone responded very well. Personally, I think I had some strong points in my presentation as well as some weaknesses. I think my voice was clear and loud and my demo was something my observers loved. My weakness occured when given the challenge to switch up our presentation. I became nervous because I wasn't as prepared and felt a little all over the place. This challenge was a good idea though because there will be times when we need to think on our feet and come up with a new plan.
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In Chapter 4, there is a section about establishing a signal and getting the attention of your students. Everyone in class had a clear signal of attention and was able to hold our interest. Most of the class used a whistle for their signal. I do think a whistle can be effective but at the same time it can have a negative reaction. Something like a clap or turning music on or off or even just putting your hand in the air are other signals that are just as effective as using a whistle. Another important section in Chapter 4 talks about checking for understanding. I noticed that I didn't do this in my presentation. It is important to ask the students if they have any questions after you give them a set of instructions. You should also ask them what the specific instructions were just to double check that they fully understand what is going on. Chapter 4 hits on many important parts of presenting yourself and an activity to students just like we did in Lab A.
LIz, I thought your presentation was great! I didn't really see anything that you really did wrong. I also became nervous when we had to switch up our signal of attention, but like you said it was good because we may have to change the game plan during our lesson someday.
ReplyDeleteLiz, I thought your Lab was very good. I really liked at the end when you demonstrated the tricks. If I were a student I would be engaged in the lesson already. That shows that you know the topic and can do it yourself. You also spoke very clear and seemed comfortable in front of a group.
ReplyDeleteI thought the trick you did at the end was awesome, I wish I could do that! I also felt nervous when we had to change our signal for attention but I thought you handled it very well. Great job with your presentation!
ReplyDeleteWatching your presentation in lab A deffinitly helped me understand what I needed to do. You were very well spoken and gave good background information on the sport. Demonstrating the skills and the potential tricks we could do was great. I wanted to play lacrosse right then and there. Great job!
ReplyDeleteLiz great lab A, you had a great voice and you seemed comfortable. The trick you did a great way to get your students attention and get them interested in your lesson. Great connection to chapter 4, checking for understanding is very important in a lesson because you need to make sure your students know and understand what is expected of them, but dont worry you will work on this for the next lab. Great job so far!
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