The classroom environment is purposefully planned to support student learning and reflects ECERS expectations. In this video Ms Amy will introduce you to the “why, what, and how” she organizes her classroom and how she designs it to student-owned to maximize student emotional safety and opportunities for learning through play. Albert Einstein stated that “Play is the highest form of research” so the environment must support this learning work. Pay special attention to how Ms Amy organizes the classroom structure to promote learning themes, students’ interests and enhance child oral interactions.
Resources
- The Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument, 2013 Edition
- The Framework for Teaching: Six Clusters Supporting High Level Learning, 2017 Edition
- Framework Cluster 1: Clarity of Instructional Purpose and Accuracy of Content “Quick Notes” Observation Tool
- Framework Cluster 2: Safe, Respectful, Supportive, and Challenging Learning Environment & Cluster 3: Classroom Management “Quick Notes” Observation Tool
- Framework Cluster 4: Student Intellectual Engagement & Cluster 5: Successful Learning for ALL “Quick Notes” Observation Tool
- Framework Cluster 6: Professionalism “Quick Notes” Observation Tool
- Early Learning Planning Conversation Protocol
- Early Learning Reflection Conversation Protocol
- Ms Amy's Lesson Plans
- Student Learning Portfolio Look Fors Sheets
- Ms Amy's Data Charts from Centers
- Ms Amy's Data Charts from Small Groups
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