Meeting Pattern
This book study will be set up through Microsoft Teams. All needed materials and links will be provided through Teams along with a class chat to share information with classmates. Outside reading and preparation will be expected by participants; individual reflection will be required. Participants will be asked to share and self-reflect through Microsoft Teams.
Description
In this book study, a third-grade teacher asked her students to fill-in-the-blank in this sentence: "I wish my teacher knew _____." The results astounded her. Some answers were humorous, others were heartbreaking - all were profoundly moving and enlightening. The results opened her eyes to the need for educators to understand the unique realities their students face in order to create an open, safe and supportive place in the classroom. Schwartz's book tells the story of #IWishMyTeacherKnew, including many students' emotional and insightful responses, and ultimately provides an invaluable guide for teachers, parents, and communities.
Syllabus, Objectives, and Outcomes
OBJECTIVES:
Students who complete this course successfully will be able to:
- Create positive relationships with students from all walks of life.
- Open and honestly communicate with students and staff in a positive manner.
- Recognize and self-reflect on negative interactions/behavior from students.
- Help to create and take part in a positive and supportive classroom environment.
REQUIRED TEXT, MATERIALS OR EQUIPMENT:
I Wish My Teacher Knew: How One Question Can Change Everything for Kids by Kyle Schwartz
All electronic materials/power point(s), virtual links (will be provided by instructor, when needed).
TESTIMONIALS:
"THE INSTRUCTOR DID AN EXCELLENT JOB LAYING THE REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING THE RUBRIC. SHE DID A GREAT JOB EXPLAINING AND ANSWERING QUESTIONS ABOUT THE COURSE."
"VERY GOOD COURSE. I LIKED THE FLEXIBILITY OF PARTICIPATION/RESPONDING TO QUESTIONS VIA TEAMS."
"HEIDI WAS VERY HELPFUL WHEN HELPING WITH HER INSTRUCTORS AND GAVE BACK FEEDBACK ON OUR ASSIGNMENTS QUICKLY."
"BEST CLASS I HAVE EVERY TAKEN!"
"SUCH GOOD INFORMATION TO USE IN THE CLASSROOM."
"THE BOOK WAS AMAZING, BUT SO WERE THE QUESTIONS THAT THE INSTRUCTOR FACILITATED. I NOW HAVE AN ENTIRE RESOURCE ON BUILDING COMMUNITY, SUPPORTING STUDENTS THROUGH POVERTY, TRAUMA, GRIEF AND LOSS AND DEVELOPING CHARACTER."
"THE BOOK WAS SO APPLICABLE TO EDUCATORS, EASY TO READ, GAVE GREAT TOOLS FOR US TO USE, AND WAS JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF WORK. FURTHERMORE, THE INSTRUCTOR (HEIDI BUDEAU) WAS AWESOME! SHE COMMUNICATED FREQUENTLY WITH US, ANSWERED OUR QUESTIONS AND GAVE TIMELY FEEDBACK, WAS DOWN-TO-EARTH AND LAID BACK ABOUT HOW WE APPROACHED OUR WORK/ASSIGNMENTS, AND REALIZED THAT WE ARE ALL ADULTS. AS SUCH, SHE TREATED US THAT WAY (GAVE US INSTRUCTIONS AND LET US GO)."
"I READY ENJOYED THE BOOK AND SEEING HOW THE CHAPTERS APPLIED TO MY TEACHING."
"THIS BOOK IS AN EYE OPENER AND MAKES YOU REFLECT ON WHAT OUR STUDENTS MAY BE DEALING WITH OUTSIDE OF OUR CLASSROOM. THIS BOOKS GIVES SO MANY TOOLS ON HOW TO HELP STUDENTS FEEL SAFE AND SUCCEED IN THE CLASSROOM."
"THIS BOOK IS VERY WELL LAID OUT AND HAS A LOT OF PASSION BEHIND IT. IT ALLOWS THE READER TO SOAK IN THE CONTENT AND SEE THEIR ENVIRONMENT FROM A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW. BEING ABLE TO HAVE GROUP DISCUSSIONS ABOUT THE CONTENT AND SEEING HOW EVERYBODY ELSE INTERPRETS THE CONTENT CAN HELP AS WELL."
"THE INSTRUCTOR WAS FANTASTIC AND THE MATERIAL IS SO INCREDIBLY WORTHWHILE AND APPLICABLE TO US IN EDUCATION."
"IT IS A GREAT COURSE AND REALLY MAKES YOU LOOK AT YOUR TEACHING AND HOW YOU INTERACT WITH YOUR STUDENTS."
"GREAT BOOK AND IT’S A GOOD REMINDER THAT WE NEED TO GET TO KNOW OUR STUDENTS"
Registration Instructions
Online registration URL closes @ 5:00 p.m. on June 5, 2024. You will receive an electronic email when you have successfully registered.