Competency Goal 4: Inclusive Classroom

Competency Goal #4 In today’s more inclusive classrooms, educators have adapted to the fact that there are multiple learning styles. As a matter of fact, educators today are encouraged, by theorists and experts alike, to reach out to students and find out what their ideal style of learning is. Whether students are physical, visual, or verbal learners, it is essential for educators to poll their classrooms and find its unique trends. Intuitively, that information is manifested in lesson planning and classroom activities. In my specific classroom, I will strive to honor these trends. For starters, there are numerous tests and quizzes that can be used to identify a child’s primary learning styles. These assessments can be given anonymously …show more content…
After using the same information to pick classroom activities, using it to map out several seating charts, using peer reviewed and evidence backed research for reference, would be the next best move. In addition, there are more than several work/play/learn stations suggestions that could be gleaned from the same research. After this, I would monitor my students for positive or negative results, and rearrange the situation if necessary. In theory, these considerations would maximize the learning contact in the ECE …show more content…
On the subject of raising children, there is an old saying which goes, “it takes a village to raise a child.” That being said, there is certainly truth to that in the modern classroom, in as much as students benefit from ample community involvement. Speaking from experience, there are many wonderful organizations out there that seek to help children. First and foremost, the Big Brothers and Big Sisters program in Saint Lucie County is one organization I would keep a steady contact with. Similarly, for students who can stay after school, the Boys and Girls club of America offers a lot of opportunities for each student to get acquainted with their community members. In an effort to keep students and families connect with these great organizations, I would keep copies of their current event calendars in the classroom for interested students and parents. Likewise, if there were students and families that had particular sets of customs or cultural guidelines that needed particular and unique attention, I would be sure to keep informed. For example, during parent-teacher conferences or phone calls, taking notes about special accommodations. This would include religious holidays, forbidden foods, and off limit classroom