M. Nelson - Ed Psych, EDSC 3000

How does the teacher use modeling/observational learning? Include factors that impact learning from models in your response (attention, retention, production, motivation/reinforcement) as well as the types (live/symbolic) and characteristics (competence, power/prestige, etc.) of models used. Cite specific examples and be sure to include  underlined vocabulary  from the theory in your response. My cooprating teacher uses modeling as an effective method for classroom management. I think one of her strengths is her classroom management skills (I actually observe a couple teachers depending on which day I'm at the school, and this particular teacher has the best control of the classroom. She's very good at reinforcing positive behaviors whenever possible, which I believe has a response facilitation effect . She has a lot of class discussions that could easily become chaotic if she wasn't able to keep the students speaking in turn. She recognizes students for following the ru...

Modern Constructivism: How does the teacher use modern constructivist techniques (e.g., discovery learning, inquiry-based learning, problem-based learning, etc.) to promote student learning? The teacher I've been observing teaches mostly concurrent enrollment courses, but one class per week is U.S. Government. I've also spent time in the classroom next door to observe some additional U.S. Government classes, as my cooperating teacher thought it would be helpful to see a more typical class. It has been helpful to see, as the CE classes tend to have fewer students with behavior issues, IEPs, and apathy.  It is in these U.S. Government classes that I've been able to observe more Constructivism in teaching practices. I think this is for a number of reasons. First, I think that that the nature of a CE class tends to make the emphasis slightly more fact and writing based. Second, the U.S. Government content can be very personalized and relevant to students especially in a yea...