Phase II: Reflection of Lesson Implementation

1. Instructional Decisions/Teaching (InTask Standard # 9):

My second lesson plan went much better than my first one, I felt that I was overall prepared and learned from previous mistakes made on my first lesson. I felt like my lesson was engaging and sparked interst in my peers. Learning how to tell time can be taught simply but I really wanted my students to have a full understanding of how time works which is why I did the activities included in my lesson plan to spark critical thinking. I made sure beforehand that the technology we would be using worked properly and with the apps ready to go which was a mistake I made from last time. One thing that I can refelct back that I wish had went better were my directions. If directions are clear and students have a full sense of purpose, then the lesson moves more smoothly and you are able to accomplish more of what you want. Also we ran out of time, which is to be expected when your teaching a lesson. Not all students were able to finish their time quiz which was something I was using to assess their learning. Alignment to the objectives and standards were maintained and met as I was able to teach students on one type of measurment and data use. Modifications made during the lesson included adjusting the time of the activities to the students needs and what I felt needed more time or less time with. I had to cut some activities out so that ones I felt were more imperitive were able to be accomplished. Also as part of the minute activity, students had to modify walking around the room because of their peers that were taking up most of the room.  

2. Mechanics:

In this lesson I was able to implement more technology which worked out great. I used the Smart Board which worked perfect to present information to the students as they were able to gather around on the floor. I also used the computers for my story that read What Time is it Mr. Crocodille? Students were able to gather around as well and have a good view of the story as it was read. The students were able to use the Ipads to draw their clocks for the activity in the lesson which they really responded to and liked. Also, the time quiz was completed on the Ipads which surved the purpose of helping me to assess the students. Overall my lesson was within the correct time frame. I usually over plan just so that I have a back up plan in case I need more time or if I think that activity will better guide students in their learning. One thing that I wish I would have been able to fit into my time was the time quiz at the end of the lesson. Students were not able to finish their quizzes but I was however able to explain the application and what it included.

3. Assessment of Learning (InTask Standard # 6):

Students level of success in acheiving the standards and objectives for the lesson was successful based on my personal observations, peer survey evaluations and assessments. Individual reflections that I received were overall positive and responded well to my lesson and the technology integration. Comments that I also received that were helpful was the lack of time which is something that I am aware of and need to have focused activities so it is not overwhelming. Also a student suggested how I would accomodate students with disabilities which is an important topic to discuss and understand for lessons. Another student suggested that I do the activities with them and my reasoning for not doing so was so that I could assess them and be available for all students. I would however love to participate because it is a great way to get to know your students and create a positive community.

4. What did you learn from designing and teaching this lesson and how will you use this in the creation of future lessons/learning activities.

My knowledge of how to implement technology into my lesson plans have greatly increased through the use of these mini lessons. I have been able to learn how technology can truly enhance the learning of students in their learning. With our world becoming even more technologically advanced, it is imperitave for teachers to keep students interested and engaged. I have also learned that there is a happy medium with using technology throughout lessons taught, too much technology can take away from other meangingful ways of learning as well as not using technology in lessons would be disreguarding another form of learning for students. I would most definately use this lesson in my future classroom of teaching students how to tell time. I personally feel that I was not taught how to tell time in a critical manner and with the lesson I planned, I feel like students gain an overall grasp and understanding of what telling time exactly means. Both analog and digital clocks were used in the implementation of this lesson which I find both clocks are important to understand.