INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS Elizabeth Alexander

IMPORTANCE Engaging Develop Social Skills Cultural Awareness Different Experiences

COMMUNITY CIRCLES Fish Bowl? Group Discussion Conversation Strips

COMMUNITY CIRCLES Expectations: Behavior and outcome Whole class group generally, sometimes in small groups Beginning, middle, end Mix students. (ELL, LD, Gen.) Teacher= Facilitate (Minimal interaction) Any grade level

MUSIC Not only in Music class Instruments Culture Foundation Behavior Management Engagement/Hook

MUSIC Behavior expectations with instruments Instruction. Teaching an instrument/song lyrics Resources: Instruments, CD’s, YouTube, Search Engine Answer any questions prior GO NOODLE Social Studies. Star Spangled Banner vs. O Canada Excitement= Engagement

GUEST SPEAKERS Different cultures Community Misconceptions

GUEST SPEAKERS Setting Rules *very important* Behavior Management Answer any questions prior Let students ask guest speaker questions Offer yourself as help Community Circle at conclusion Taka advantage of availability and willingness

FIELD TRIPS STRESSFUL Changing of routine More engaging Community/Culture Social Skills Positive Behavior Skills “Field trips are educational adventures.” (Parker, 436.)

FIELD TRIPS Conversation about behavior and safety Questions= Parents & Students Learning about the community/different cultures Development of skills (Social & Behavior) Beneficial for experiences

SOCIAL STUDIES Teach about history Culture Community

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Sparks Ideas Develops Social Skills Develops Communication Skills Reading & Writing Skills developed if engaged

FINE ARTS Music Social Skills Communication Skills Culture (Music, Dance, Theatre) Field Trips Museums Theatre Music Presentations

TAKE ADVANTAGE! Use the different methods Don’t be afraid Learn about life