They allow different instructions, engage students by accommodating learning needs, and meet with a small group of students while the others complete centers.
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How should you group students using differentiation?
Consider which students struggle or need extra help or time, and then group them with peers who can work together with them.
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Which two iPad apps can be used for greater engagement as well as transform a lesson that would not be possible without technology?
Seesaw and Kidspiration Map
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What does Seesaw allow students to do?
Seesaw allows students to add items to their online portfolios and show their work in a variety of ways to showcase and record their learning progress.
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How can teachers use Seesaw to know if students accomplished the task correctly without being monitored?
Teachers can ask students to submit photos, audio recordings, or write in a submission box and assess their work after school.
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What is the Kidspiration Map App?
A creation app that specializes in graphic organizers, with tons of images, and includes text, drawing, and recording features.
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What are some examples of learning centers?
Reading centers, Writing centers, Math centers, Computer centers, iPad centers, etc.
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What are learning centers?
Learning centers allow students to work on different tasks at the same time, in the same classroom. Students can work individually, in pairs, or in small groups
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What is the main purpose of learning centers?
The main purpose of learning centers is for students to progress through each stage by visiting other centers with tasks to help them progress forward with work
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How should centers be organized?
Centers should be spread out throughout the classroom, in a defined space, and with a wide range of seating.
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How should your students rotate through centers?
Students should be seen by the teacher based on their ability from lowest to highest, that way it is ensured that students get the time they need to understand.
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True or False? Learning center groups should be fluid and change throughout the year?
True, it is helpful to mix up groups to allow new interactions with different students.
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According to the book, what is a great strategy for using iPads in centers?
Creating “cue cards” that have the app icon, which provides cues to students about which app they should be using at a certain time.
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What is the suggested amount of students per center group?
It is suggested the center should be able to accommodate between 3 to 5 students.
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What can teachers add to learning centers?
Teachers could add technology, physical movement, or student collaboration into a variety of learning centers.
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what are the goals of the STEAM mindset ?
For the learner taps into his or her self-worth to become a self-starter and a self-sustainer, a thinker, an energizer an adventurer, and a maker.
