Instructional Methods Slide Share

1. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS Elizabeth Alexander

2. IMPORTANCE
Engaging
Develop Social Skills
Cultural Awareness
Different Experiences

3. COMMUNITY CIRCLES
Fish Bowl?
Group Discussion
Conversation Strips

4. COMMUNITY CIRCLES
Expectations: Behavior and outcome
Whole class group generally, sometimes in small groups
Beginning, middle, end
Mix students. (ELL, LD, Gen.)
Teacher= Facilitate (Minimal interaction)
Any grade level

5. MUSIC
Not only in Music class
Instruments
Culture
Foundation
Behavior Management
Engagement/Hook

6. MUSIC
Behavior expectations with instruments
Instruction. Teaching an instrument/song lyrics
Resources: Instruments, CD’s, YouTube, Search Engine
Answer any questions prior
GO NOODLE
Social Studies. Star Spangled Banner vs. O Canada
Excitement= Engagement

7. GUEST SPEAKERS
Different cultures
Community
Misconceptions

8. GUEST SPEAKERS
Setting Rules *very important*
Behavior Management
Answer any questions prior
Let students ask guest speaker questions
Offer yourself as help
Community Circle at conclusion
Taka advantage of availability and willingness

9. FIELD TRIPS
STRESSFUL
Changing of routine
More engaging
Community/Culture
Social Skills
Positive Behavior Skills
“Field trips are educational adventures.” (Parker, 436.)

10. FIELD TRIPS
Conversation about behavior and safety
Questions= Parents & Students
Learning about the community/different cultures
Development of skills (Social & Behavior)
Beneficial for experiences

11. SOCIAL STUDIES
Teach about history
Culture
Community

12. ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Sparks Ideas
Develops Social Skills
Develops Communication Skills
Reading & Writing Skills developed if engaged

13. FINE ARTS
Music
Social Skills
Communication Skills
Culture (Music, Dance, Theatre)
Field Trips
 Museums
 Theatre
 Music Presentations

14. TAKE ADVANTAGE!
Use the different methods
Don’t be afraid
Learn about life