1. Student Engagement 3 Card Q: Describe a specific example of teacher “withitness.” ABC Analysis Check for missing assignments Corrections of Master 1 and 2 Observations graded: Obs 1; 2, and ABC No class next week—Obs 3 for next week Meet in computer lab Nov 13 th --Livetext BEGIN READING CHAPTER 8: PP. 113-121 FOR NEXT TIME

2. Engagement Prior topics: Eliciting responses Differentiated learning Corrective feedback Effective Praise Today’s topics: 3 points about engagement Practice observing engagement

3. Point 1:Even the best engagement skills are not enough Teachers need to show: – Warmth – More praise than punishment – Appropriate feedback Especially important with diverse or challenged learners. Why?

4. Point 2: Student engagement is a continual process Teacher monitoring of student engagement is essential: – “withitness” – Calling on every student – Frequent checking for understanding with informal assessment Changing modes of instruction if engagement is low

5. Point 3: “Different strokes for different folks.” Students come with different backgrounds and preferences for modes of learning Every class is a mix of differences Teachers must use varied forms and modes of instruction and opportunities to demonstrate learning.

6. In-class Practice Turn to 10.2, p. 254 In this clip, write down examples of the eliciting activities and when they occur Share with your family http://youtu.be/FgQOql-8zbU

7. Reminder: Obs. 3 Due Nov 13 th Handout, but also online at my website Similar to others—typed, pages copied and stapled, etc. REMEMBER—WE MEET IN THE COMPUTER LAB UPSTAIRS THAT DAY. BRING YOUR BOOKS