In my classroom, motivation and choice have played a huge role in keeping my students engaged. In my current graduate school reading course, we have learned that self-efficacy contributes to how students perceive themselves as capable readers and overall learners. I have always tried to make my lessons student-centered and engaging where I peak curiosity and interest. Now, in a classroom of young children, students are typically easier to please than in a classroom of young adults. When students are not connected to the content, there won't be much learning occurring.
We have learned and participated in many different instructional practices and strategies such as the jigsaw method and story impressions. Cooperative learning, small groups, and guided discussions are all pivotal components of an active classroom. I enjoy getting to experience these different lessons and looking at them through other lenses other than just an elementary perspective. This is exactly what we want our students to gain when they get to experience working cooperatively as well. Although teachers will be the facilitators in the classroom, it is beneficial for students to play an active role in their groups and contribute. It is evident that the time a teacher takes to plan engaging activities and lessons will spark student interest and hook our students. What more could we want as classroom teachers?
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