Mastering the Classroom

Click Here for Infographic     Processes That Support Learning:  Metacognition, Executive Function, and Self-Regulation      This infographic focuses on how metacognition, executive function, and self-regulation play important roles in student learning. It explains how students use these skills to plan, monitor, and adjust their thinking and behavior to reach learning goals, while also using feedback to help them recognize and track their progress and make necessary adjustments.  Also discussed is how technology components, like Adobe Spark, enhance learning by supporting creativity, critical thinking, and independence.  By using technology tools, educators can create engaging and meaningful lessons that  help students become more independent, motivated, and engaged learners .

 Part One 1.      Authentic Intellectual Work is an instructional way of giving students tasks that connect to real life. Instead of just memorizing information for a test, students are asked to think deeper, solve problems, and encouraged to explain their ideas clearly.   Authentic Intellectual Work is different from traditional instruction and assessment because it emphasizes real-world skills like independent thinking and effective communication. Instead of just completing tests and worksheets, students develop lifelong abilities that will benefit them in the future. 2.      Authentic Intellectual Work uses three key components: construction of knowledge, disciplined inquiry, and value beyond school. These components focus on helping students engage in real-world learning instead of just memorizing facts. Construction of knowledge encourages students to use what they already know to solve new problems. Disciplined inquiry pushes t...

Hi! I'm Ashley Hutson, I am a born and raised Oklahoma girl! I teach 6th and 7th grade Social Studies in southern Oklahoma and obviously working on my M.Ed. I have also coached 7th and 8th grade girls track (sprinters) the last 2 years, although I will not continue that next school year. Obtaining my M.Ed allows me to make more money and if I ever decide to leave Oklahoma, would open my options. But for now, I am happy where I am! Global Collaborator 7D: Local and Global issues wants students to explore local and global issues using collaborative technologies to work with others to investigate solutions.  Middle school students can select a topic featured in the daily CNN10 newscast—a 10-minute segment highlighting current events. Topics may include climate change, global conflicts, public health concerns, or technological developments. Students will have the opportunity to choose an issue that they personally connect with. In small groups, they’ll research the topic more deeply, e...