Helping EAL students make personal connections to simple machines and how they affect their lives. Session 1: Unpacking Impact The past 2 weeks students have moved from the finding out phase to the sorting out phase of the Inquiry Cycle. The first two key concepts covered were FORM and FUNCTION. This week students were expected…
Today Grade 5 had the privilege of visiting a local Indonesian school’s PYP Exhibition. Their theme was Sharing the Planet with a focus on how marine life is affected by water pollution. Our students came prepared with questions to ask that would help them…
As we enter week 4 of Exhibition, students are required to develop a stronger understanding of the concepts and lines of inquiry. While much of the discussion around these complex topics happens in English, students primarily use their mother tongue language so they can gain a deeper understanding. Promoting use of technical vocab To encourage…
First Table Talk Topic ~ Jan 29 2013 Today Grade 5 EALs started ‘Table Talks’ which encourage speaking & listening skills. Students are responsible for 3 cubes which they used to contribute to the conversation. We started out discussing what helps us feel ‘safe’ in conversations. Students brainstormed what helps them feel confident when they…
THE GREAT DEBATE Understanding the Social Purpose of Debating As language learners, EAL students develop and practice oral language skills though a variety of ways, both in the classroom and on the playground. However, many students still require careful scaffolding and meaningful real-life experiences to apply these skills in a supportive environment. During…
Innovative Learning in the Elementary Classroom 