Back To School Night Presentation

1.  Rabbi Yoni Fein
 All 6th Grade Gemara classes
 6th Grade daily Tefilah
 6-2 Parsha
 Email: yfein@moriahschool.org
› Generally will respond pretty quickly via email
› More about me and my teaching philosophy-
Check out my sites:
 Bit.ly/jonahfein
 Bit.ly/feintutoring

2.  Clear expectations and open lines of
communication
 Respect for Torah, classmates, our
classroom and school building &
teachers
 While grades count, focus is on the
learning and not on the grades
 Personalized Instruction/ Blended
Learning
 Accountability, responsibility, OWN IT!

5.  We establish מידות עשה/ לא תעשה as a group.
Instead of rules we have laws of behavior.
 Empowering Students
› Ask 3 Before Me
› Group Leaders
› Genius Bar for Tech Help
 The Learning Goal (TLG)- put on the board
everyday so students know what they are
achieving each day.
 Goal is to establish a positive & enjoyable
learning atmosphere
› No front or back of room

6.  Understanding תורה שבעל פה , its origin,
structure, meaning, and role in our lives
today
 Animated Talmud Videos
› Blendspace.com- Blended learning
 See Sample: http://blnds.co/1ltkN7H
 Mission: To lay the proper foundation to
begin learning the text of Mishna &
Gemara. “To learn HOW to learn”

7.  Pre-Sukkot: Focus on the דינים associated with the
holidays, understanding class procedures and
blended learning concept
 Post Sukkot: Students will delve into the history of תורה
שבעל פה in a comprehensive, engaging, and
meaningful way and master the methodology to
learning Mishna
 Post-Winter Break: Mishna 4 Life- New original
curriculum that takes students through all of Shas
learning Mishna while exploring themes and practical
life lessons from the text
 Post-Pesach: In depth introduction to Gemara
learning. Understanding the layout/structure of
Gemara, fundamental concepts & vocab, and top it
off with exciting Create-Your-Own-Gemara project

8.  Shout Outs- Key vocabulary that
students come across in their learning of
a text. Bi-weekly assessments on shout
outs.
› Quizlet.com : fantastic tool for learning and
retaining vocab
 Lessons in Mishna revolve around a
specific text so students have exposure
to all types of texts and concepts in תורה
.שבעל פה

9.  Haiku- Post files, assignments, due dates, and
updates for students and parents. Many assessments
are graded instantaneously for immediate feedback
 ClassDojo: System for students to monitor their
classroom behavior in detail.
 Chromebooks: When the students receive their
devices, we will begin utilizing a variety of web-based
apps that will enhance learning and collaboration
 Blendspace: Allows students to progress at their own
pace and have access to personalized instruction
 Flipped Classroom: Students will watch videos for
homework that teach basic concepts necessary to
work on projects in class the following day.

10. "חנוך לנער על פי דרכו" )משלי כב:ו(
- Optimal education requires an
understanding of each student’s
individual needs and skill set. I look
forward to partnering with you and
welcome you to email me at any
time to discuss ways to enhance
your child’s learning.