Competency

Name of Artifact

Explanation

(suggested length of 2–4 sentences)

Using and promoting academic language in the classroom

Science of Sound Unit

The science of sound unit was a unit about sound and its properties. Key content vocabulary was introduced throughout the unit, for example: vibration, pitch, volume, and amplification were introduced and reviewed using hands-on experiments and a word bank where students defined each word. It was important that students understand this content specific vocabulary to be able to make connections between key concepts in the unit.

Differentiating instruction to meet the needs of students in the classroom

Conductors and Insulators

Conductors and Insulators is a hands on science lesson. I planned for differentiation in instruction or assessment for four different groups of learners: English Language Learners, Students with ADHD and Above and Below grade level learners. It is important that differentiation is considered during planning for all of these groups of learners to help them to reach their full potential and be successful.

Incorporating technology into your instruction to enhance student learning

Writing to Inform: Wonders of the Natural World

This unit plan is meant to improve student’s ability to write informational text. During the unit technology is incorporated in several ways. First students use websites along with other media to research their topic. Another use of technology is during the revising and final draft portion of the unit student’s use word processing software to help them finish their essays. Technology incorporation is a natural fit for this unit and enhances student learning by giving them concrete uses for educational software.

Applying engaging and effective instructional strategies

Adding Fractions With Unlike Denominators

Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators is a hands on math lesson that introduces this concept to fifth grade students.The plan included two instructional strategies to promote student engagement. First cooperative learning is used to engage students in collaborative learning. Hands-on learning with manipulatives is also used during the lesson to increase student engagement.