Talk:Unit One: Numeral Recognition

Linsey Bland's Comments

What are some of the ways that you have encouraged numeral recognition in your classroom? If you are not yet teaching, what are some activity ideas that correspond with what we have just explored about numeral recognition? Please paste your response in the discussion area, and comment on at least two of your peer's postings. Also, please use a heading when you write your initial posting. You may copy and paste the format I have provided here, inserting your own name of course.

Evaluation of Unit One for Numeral Recognition -- Lisa Martin 20:06, 24 November 2012 (EST)

Hi Linsey! Great job so far! I love how you have made this mini-course into an environment where learners can interact with one another and learn from each other in the discussion spaces! Here is my feedback:

Learning Outcomes: The learning outcomes for each unit were identified clearly on the main page of the course. I think you should restate the objectives of Unit 1 on the Unit 1 page. When I went to evaluate the content-goal consistency, I had to go back to the main page to do so.

Content-goal consistency: The content of Unit 1 gave the learner a definition of numeral recognition as well as a variety of examples of how it is practiced in the classroom. These activities gave the learner an understanding of numeral recognition but I felt like a different type of reflection was needed in order for learners to truly apply what they had learned this unit. Teachers that already have a classroom were asked to give examples of what they currently which doesn't require them to draw upon the information that was presented to them in this unit.

Instructional sequencing: I liked how the Introduction reminded you of what you already know, giving you something to build off of when given new information. I thought Unit 1 started with what numeral recognition is followed by examples of it practiced in the classroom was a great way for learners to construct knowledge. As I said above, I would have liked the reflection to require the learner to apply what they learned from the unit.

Engagement and interaction: The opening paragraph on the main course page was very personal and had great social presence. Utilizing the discussion pages for interaction between learners is a great way for learners to build a community of knowledge as well.

Technical quality: All pages were organized clearly and easy to navigate. The pictures present so far are relevant to the content and add to the visual appeal. I think when the pictures are added to Unit 1 it will really help the learner make connections to what they are reading about.

Extended resources: There were extended resources present, but not cited. I still have to cite mine too!

Wk 14 Review -- Julia Manetta 20:53, 25 November 2012 (EST)

Hi Linsey,

I agree with everything Lisa said above! The notes I took were pretty consistent with her comments. I would like to add that the introduction activity is a great way to get the learners to dive into the course with out "spewing" information and facts at them from the start. I also liked how you incorporated a video right after your first example of an idea to incorporate numeral awareness into your classroom. It helped put your words into a visual, and I am a visual learner, so that definitely will help others as well.

Your topic is very interesting and useful as well, parents could even benefit from the information and activities present in Unit 1. I like how you present the added bonus of a link to a play dough recipe, giving the learning an extended motivation to try this at home with their children (or in preparation for their classroom). Overall, your objective for unit 1 is met through the information and activities. Great job!

Julia