In my reflection on the previous years, I think of a few things I would like to implement in the new school year. Here are the three things I am going to try this year.
1. Assigned lab groupings: In the past, I have mostly let students pick their groups with choosing for them a few times each year. I have noticed that this leads to groupings that cause more disparity between students. Having students in mixed ability groups can help all students think in new ways. With a focus on Social-Emotional Learning, assigning lab groups does not allow for any students to feel left out. Everyone has a place to be and students strengthen relationships with new groups of students. I have assigned seats in groups of four so students will work with those students. I change seating charts every month--so new groups every month. I will focus on some community building activities with students to feel comfortable with their assigned groups.
2. Focus on Science and Engineering Practices: My state is adapting NGSS to their new state standards. I am also working on my Master's and looking at a focus on SEPs in formative assessment for my action research. Plus they are an awesome focus for our students.
3. More formative assessment: I am looking at using a mix of bell work and exit tickets to focus on SEP's and getting a snapshot of how my students are doing with their learning. I am still trying to determine my format for these. Paper is easy on the front end, but digital are nice for evaluating them.
What are you changing for the new school year?
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