Teachers as Researchers
During this class, I learned how important it was to conduct research in my classroom. Research helps me see what I need to change about my teaching to reach my students where they are. It also showed me how important collaboration with other teachers can be. As we shared our thoughts and ideas, we each came away with deeper insights into our instruction and our students.
Can integrating technology motivate students to read?
My paper walks through the steps I took and the answer to that question after integrating technology with some of my students' reading lessons. Giving the students choices also really helped them become more motivated to read.
Vocabulary
One reason why DHH students tend to read on lower grade levels and less often than their peers is because the vocabulary in books makes it hard for them to understand. I also did some research on vocabulary throughout my graduate experience.
Vocabulary in the Classroom Paper
Prezi on Teaching Vocabulary
Can integrating technology motivate students to read?
My paper walks through the steps I took and the answer to that question after integrating technology with some of my students' reading lessons. Giving the students choices also really helped them become more motivated to read.
Vocabulary
One reason why DHH students tend to read on lower grade levels and less often than their peers is because the vocabulary in books makes it hard for them to understand. I also did some research on vocabulary throughout my graduate experience.
Vocabulary in the Classroom Paper
Prezi on Teaching Vocabulary