Joseph LaMore

I am a high school chemistry teacher at Sam Rayburn High School and part of the Early College Program. My homeroom is called the "Wolverine House."

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@MustifulAlessi @LeoneClark R6 - I love to use EdPuzzle as an extra resource for students that may not have quite mastered a topic the first time around. The fact that they get immediate feedback and clarification is crucial. #Q4PLCTalk23

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@mzermenocres @LeoneClark R5 - I think for some instructors, this is the hardest part. It can be scary to relinquish a bit of control on the classroom, but when it works, the results are amazing! #Q4PLCTalk23

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@MaciasMela15964 @LeoneClark R4 - In my classroom we have evolved into a practice where the answer to a question is never "enough." My student know that we are less interested in "what" the answer is and more interested in "why" it is and how you arrived there #Q4PLC23

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@KathyMartin95 @LeoneClark R3 - What are some of the things you are showing them to help them address failure? I know plenty of adults that could use this skill 😅 #Q4PLC23

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@LeoneClark A9 - One step I could take towards a more personalized classroom for my students is begin having assessments at the beginning of units. I can have a plan in place for students who already know the material and they can extend their learning with an alternate assignment #Q4PLC23

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@LeoneClark A8 - Every part of my class is integrated into Schoology, but makes use of several other different mediums through linked content. I would categorize it as sustaining because students have the freedom and knowledge of exactly where to go when they need help #Q4PLC23

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@LeoneClark A7 - Rachael's story reminded me of when I first decided to start the switch to SBG and student self assessments. In order to help a student improve, you have to truly know them and how they learn, but the student needs to do this too. #Q4PLC23

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@ChristineDRink @LeoneClark R2 - Simply having a say in what they are doing can do wonders for a student's productivity and success. #Q4PLCTalk23

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@mzermenocres @LeoneClark R1 - I am of the same mindset in that when students take an active role in their learning, achievement goes through the roof. As teachers, it is our job to present them with the opportunity. #Q4PLCTalk23

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@LeoneClark A6 - I promote flexible learning by utilizing standard based grading practices. I removed the traditional high-stakes of tests in my class because students can always retest in other ways provided they have shown me growth in my curated reteach materials. #Q4PLCTalk23

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@LeoneClark A5 - Students that tend to see the most success are the ones that take charge of their own learning. Giving them a say in what and how they learn all but ensures they will have buy in to the process. We use mid-unit quizzes so students can see where they need additional work.

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@LeoneClark A4 - I have always been interested in the sciences and their impact on our every day lives. It's my goal to share that same love of science with students, no matter their background. A curious learner is an active learner. #Q4PLCTalk23

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@LeoneClark A3. "...self-directed learning or open ended learning opportunities with product choices allow students and teachers to collaborate on the development of what we call a "stretch project." (P56) #Q4PLCTalk23

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@LeoneClark A2. The element of personalized learning I find the most valuable is how I can use it to help students achieve mastery on topics they need more help on. My students use their own data to help determine what they need to practice on in my class. #q4plctalk23

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@LeoneClark A1 - I would urge the teacher try try and focus on asking more open ended questions. Pose questions that encourage critical thinking and exploration, rather than providing all the answers. This promotes independent thought and problem-solving skills.

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Training answer 😃#Q4plctalk23

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