Resources
Resources for Modeling Behaviors
Activity:
Different Voices Activity – May be used with “Tone of Voice” poem (find under Literature/Poems)
Song Videos:
"Heroes and Friends" by Randy Travis 3:15 min.
"MY HERO" - Mariah Carey 4:23 min.
Videos:
"Kid President's Pep Talk to Teachers and Students" video 3:54 min.
GE Resource: Classroom Practice Videos - Elementary, Middle School, High School
Articles:
"Elementary: Responsive Classroom Strategies - The Importance of Modeling"
All Levels:
Teacher-Student Interactions: The Key to Quality Classrooms By University of Virginia Center for Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning
- Describes ten dimensions of teaching that are linked to student achievement and social development. Each dimension falls into one of three board categories: emotional support, classroom organization, and instructional support.
The 3 Most Common Modeling Mistakes Teachers Make
http://www.edutopia.org - Website with blog articles, videos, etc. for all age levels. Type topic in Search bar to find area of interest. i.e. Modeling Behavior
Modeling Ethical Conduct in the Classroom - article - gives specific suggestions
Gradual Release of Responsibility - Vygotsky –info on instructional strategies
Modeling Positive Behaviors in the Classroom By Sheila Kohl – Three ways to create a positive environment
Why Student Modeling Is So Important - This article focuses on the benefits of teacher and student modeling during instruction.