INTASC+Standard+06

The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
 * INTASC Standard 6

Specific Category of Standard 6** INTASC.6.H D: The teacher appreciates the cultural dimensions of communication, responds appropriately, and seeks to foster culturally sensitive communication by and among all students in the class. INTASC.6.M P: The teacher knows how to use a variety of media communication tools, including audio-visual aids and computers, to enrich learning opportunities.

The teacher understands that there are cultural differences that affect the ways students respond. The teacher uses various media in the classroom, such as computers and audio-visual aids.
 * Understanding Sentence**


 * Artifacts**
 * Chapter 9 Reflection [[file:Chapter 9 Reflection.doc]]
 * Author Project [[file:Roald Dahl Presentation.ppt]]

Chapter nine of //A Course on Teaching English Language Learners// is about cultural norms and values. I know I will experience a variety of differing cultures in my career. I need to be aware of things like the value of personal space when I teach. I tend to have a very small idea of personal space, but I know some students will not like being physically close to me. I have learned that this, among other things, is something I need to fully research and remember. The author project made use of a technological software called PowerPoint. We all know what it is, but I really want to make use of it in my class. This particular project was fun to create because it is about one of my favorite authors of all time, Roald Dahl. I want to inspire this joy of reading and learning in my students. I also will use my students to learn more about technology. I know my students are more 'computer literate' than I can ever be, but I hope to learn fro them as well as teach them.
 * Reflect

Project I will definitely use reflections as assessment tools in my classroom. I think it is an excellent way to see where my students are on a particular concept. It is also a good self-assessment tool for the students. Reflections get you to think about yourself in a way you wouldn't otherwise do. It is a good way to inspire greater involvement of students in their work. I will also use powerpoint in my class. It follows along with my goal to have a classroom with minimal papers. I will have my students do powerpoints as opposed to poster boards. I think this will be easier and more fun for everyone. I don't want to discard any chance of creativity however, so I do want some things to be in person. I will give my students a choice between something tangible or something technological when they are doing major projects. **