Chyna

Reviews. Rants. Reposts. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

As a new motherless child, let’s see how I navigate the rest of my days because right now I just feel numb. 😔

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A5. I assess everything my students produce, so I liked tips 2 and 5 as they focused on not grading everything or just handing out busy work. Tip 6 for creating multiple opportunities for mastery is an excellent way to differentiate within one project! #TeacherEd #GrowthMindset

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@joey_gregory @RutgersAltRoute This is so important! I always follow statements like these with something constructive to continue to elevate the individual in their art process.

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A4. Feedback that focuses on the process of developing skills conveys the importance of effort and motivates students. Reframing mistakes as learning opportunities is vital as attending to effective strategies, effort, and practice helps learning occur. #TeacherEd #GrowthMindset

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@TaitLiza @RutgersAltRoute Such a simple statement holds so much influence! I have had to stop myself from using this one with my young art students. Stopping to remember that it should be easy for me as an "expert" in that field; however, that doesn't mean it is for the students just learning the skill.

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A3. Framing strategy 5, the value of mistakes is one that I try to promote, but I have a difficult time accepting for myself and during a lesson. I have to remember that my students are young, mistakes happen and it is an essential learning event. #TeacherEd #GrowthMindset

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A2. A growth mindset requires deliberate efforts; such as normalizing struggle, engaging with challenges and new materials, the word “yet”, making mistakes and celebrating corrections, goal setting, avoiding praising intelligence & not oversimplifying.
#TeacherEd #GrowthMindset

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A1. Depending on the student's environment and how they interrupt it, adopting a growth mindset may provide them with numerous opportunities in and outside the classroom. Adopting a fixed mindset may potentially limit their exploration and development. #TeacherEd #GrowthMindset

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A1. The power of messaging is crucial. Educators should be mindful of their messaging with young students by praising them as it can help determine a student’s academic growth in either a positive and productive way or in a more stagnant manner. #TeacherEd #GrowthMindset

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute Hi! I'm Chyna Shayland and I teach kindergarten and first grade art.

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A5. Fine-tuning practices and policies would be informing and equipping all staff to assist and support students with learning disabilities; this would include more training and opportunities to attain more resources and equipment for the different learners. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A4. Art is great for all students to learn, experiment, and play. I encourage them to ask questions and reflect on their strengths and weaknesses. I provide modeling and resources and options for success. I want my students to know that they are all capable! #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A3. I always begin my lessons by introducing/reviewing the material and then using a story or song to reiterate the material before we begin the activity. Once we begin art creation, I break it into smaller steps and only focus on 1 or 2 of each lesson. #TeacherEd #SpEd #ArtED

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@jessktran @RutgersAltRoute I love the freedom to explore these different options in your classroom!

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A2. I provide students with brain breaks such as videos, free drawing opportunities, fidget tools, or taking a break outside the classroom like a walk. I have also modified art steps by chunking and having project/behavior checklists to help them succeed. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A1. Throughout the marking periods, it becomes easier. I believe the challenges that often occur at the beginning of the school year are due to a lack of knowledge of the different students and their abilities. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute A1. As an art teacher on a cart, I have found it difficult to foster inclusivity for students with learning disabilities. Often, I am unaware of the accommodations/modifications necessary to help them succeed. Regardless, I provide additional help when I can. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@RutgersAltRoute Hi! I'm Chyna Shayland and I teach elementary art.

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@trill_mils Yep. Some areas are like that and then some have mansions and the historic landmarks.

[Chyna @_Chynnuh]

@trill_mils My city. 🤷🏽‍♀️