Appraising teachers is very essential in the Caribbean and is another step to improving teacher's quality. Appraisals provide an avenue to recognize and reward great teachers and to assist teachers who may need help once it is done the correct way.#EDTE3404
Did you know? To become a certified teacher in Dominica, candidates must have attained ONLY four CXC subject-passes including both English and Mathematics. This is the requirement to attend Dominica Teachers Training.
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The Elementary Education program at the University of the Virgin Islands consists of a broad preparation in the liberal arts with concentrated study in one selected area including field experiences for highly effective teaching in multi-cultural settings.#EDTE3404
@WalshCathy I am one of the teachers who believes in the constructivist approach. I believe that we have to prepare our students for life-long learning.
A constructivist teacher promotes critical thinking, motivation, learner independence, feedback, explanation, questioning, learning through teaching and real-world problem solving. (Pritchard & Woollard, 2010; Slavin, 2006). I am a constructivist teacher at heart.#EDTE3404
@Keisha2698 I can agree with your statement. I too love to use demonstration since my students can actually see and be involved in what is going on. #EDTE3404
One strategy that I use most often however, is authentic learning which involves having students learn about concepts in real-life environments. This makes learning more meaningful and enjoyable. #EDTE3404
Being a teacher for so many years, there are many learning strategies I use in class. One strategy that I use most often however, is authentic learning which involves having students learn about concepts in real-life environments. This makes learning more meaningful and enjoyable