Alison Oeffner

2nd Grade Dual Teacher

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

A4- I loved learning when my teachers were enthusiastic about it. Mutual excitement made it fun and engaging. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

@AndreaCamp6 I love that! I try to do this as well. They are amazed. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

@JordanoOscar Right! We do so much wonderful learning in class but that exploration is so important, socially as well. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

I agree watching kids fail is difficult. I want my S. to succeed and have to remind myself that failure can be an opp for learning #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

@AlvarezKeri @AndreaCamp6 I also like the idea of letting the kids explore what they are good at and not labeling them to quickly #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

Alison Oeffner, Independence ES #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

A7-Still developing my passions!I'm passionate about helping my students develop confidence in themselves and enjoy their learning #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

@teachingwithmac @AndreaCamp6 Absolutely.

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

A5-Seems like the students really have a vested interest because they are allowed to be creative and explore. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

a4: Tech puts information at our hands! Read an interesting article about how S. now can naturally multitask with technology. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

@JordanoOscar I was thinking about that today. Tech can take away from imaginative play but can be a tool to show creativity too. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

I was thinking more "play" could be inquiry circles, PBL, research time in stations...more time to explore desired topics #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

A1: We don't give our S. enough exploration and "play" time. We always have so much to do. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

Alison Oeffner, Independence, 2nd Grade Dual #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

Students prefer to learn differently. Some need to be encouraged to experience learning through hands on experiences. A1: #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

We need to model problem solving in the classroom. Show students how we find the answers and make solutions. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

A5: Help the students identify problems around them and ways to solve them. Encourage the process of finding answers. #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

A4: Yes, they really have to be encouraged to think about things and talk. I find myself telling them I won't just tell them #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

Q3:planned experiences, encouraging them to try new things rather then labeling them as talented or an expert at one thing #pcgifted

[Alison Oeffner @OeffnersOwls]

Q2: Also, when the do fail, encourage them to take control of their learning and find the mistakes/answers. Make it empowering #pcgifted