Betsy DeSotto

Elementary School Teacher and Mommy to 4 little monkeys

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@RutgersAltRoute A3: Zero tolerance is most likely ineffective due to districts not taking action appropriately or over using it causing students to not fear the punishment that follows. #AltRtEd #StandUpToBullying

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@RutgersAltRoute A2: I set rules in my class. I have explained to my students that if someone does something to them, they need to tell an adult and not act out on it. If they act out, then they BOTH will get in trouble rather than just the one student. #AltRtEd #StandUpToBullying

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@RutgersAltRoute A1: Retaliation usually ends up having a ying-yang effect causing more retaliation. Kids get angry and think they need to do something equally as bad or worse (especially when they are older). I tell my students to be the bigger person. #AltRtEd #StandUpToBullying

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@RutgersAltRoute A4: My last district, we used Genesis to communicate with parents. Teachers were able to add notes to grades as well as behaviors. Parents had their own log in so they can check at any time and get immediate access. #AltRtEd #EdTech

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@RutgersAltRoute A3: Different districts use different educational learning services which usually link to that program's resources online. When collaborating with my peers, I use alternate resources to reteach if a lesson needs more time. @altrted @edtech

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@RutgersAltRoute A2: Not having enough personal technology for each child to use. I know districts share chromebooks among classes. Teachers have to sign them out and not every student gets a chance to use the laptops as a result. @AltRtEd @EdTech

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@RutgersAltRoute A1: I use review games online as an incentive at the end of our math lesson. I teach 2nd grade and I use SplashMath as a resource. The kids look forward to it and they are learning while playing the game. @RutgersAltRoute @EdTech @AltRtEd

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@RutgersAltRoute A6: Planned ignoring the negative behaviors is a great idea, but something I struggle with at times. Giving in gives attention to areas that waste time. I have been praising good behavior more which is helping the others to follow suit. #AltRtEd #SpEd

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@RutgersAltRoute A5: Preferential seating and using organizers help my students with ADHD. Most times, they are seated up front/next to me which makes it easier to give them reminders to get back on track. Organizers help sort their ideas before writing. #AltRtEd #SpEd

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@RutgersAltRoute A4: ADHD is common in classrooms. Students vary with how they react and how Adhd affects them. Currently, I use a strategy with giving 2 break cubes for a student diagnosed with it. He can use it when he feels he needs a break. #AltRtEd #SpEd

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@RutgersAltRoute A3: General education teachers can use differentiation and modifications to help students with learning disabilities. These can include extra breaks, more time for assessments, visuals, manipulatives, IEPs, repetition, etc. #AltRtEd #SpEd

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#AltRtEd #SpEd

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@RutgersAltRoute A2: I would encourage students to ask questions if they even have just a slight bit of doubt. I would also remind them making mistakes is a part of the learning process and it is ok to make mistakes because we will learn from them. #AltRtEd #LearningDisabilities

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#AltRtEd #SpEd

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@RutgersAltRoute A1: My biggest challenge would be to make sure each student is receivng the proper modifications with their learning at ALL times. Students with disabilities function differently and it is my job to ensure they are all met. #AltRtEd #LearningDisabilities

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@RutgersAltRoute A2: I would encourage students to ask questions if they even have just a slight bit of doubt. I would also remind them making mistakes is a part of the learning process and it is ok to make mistakes because we will learn from them. #AltRtEd #LearningDisabilities

[Betsy DeSotto @BDesotto]

@RutgersAltRoute A1: My biggest challenge would be to make sure each student is receivng the proper modifications with their learning at ALL times. Students with disabilities function differently and it is my job to ensure they are all met. #AltRtEd #LearningDisabilities

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@RutgersAltRoute A7: I use different assessments for my students. An example of this would be with math. I have open ended test for those students that are on the higher end. Multiple choice is given to students who are having difficulties. #AltRtEd #growthmindset

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@RutgersAltRoute A6: Giving feedback immediately is crucial. Including positive comments as well as corrections can help students understand their errors or strengths. Students will be able to have a better comprehension of what is expected or what they need to change. #AltRtEd #growthmindset

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@RutgersAltRoute A5 part 2: Having students set their own goals and push themselves to achieve those goals can be very beneficial to them. It helps them become more independent educationally. #AltRtEd #growthmindset

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@RutgersAltRoute A5: One thing I need to work on is not feeling bad for students due to certain situations which can cause me to go easier on them when I know they have the potential to do better. #AltRtEd #growthmindset