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True or False: Students should be placed into groups with peers who learn similarly to them (i.e. students who struggle should be grouped together)

True

Why are learning centers beneficial?

Learning centers are beneficial for students because they allow teachers to differentiate instruction.

What does Kidspiration Maps specialize in?

Graphic Organizers.

What two apps does the text recommend to use in centers?

Seesaw and Kidspiration Maps

True or false: Seesaw cannot record and track student data.

False.

What are the three types of groups the text recommends?

Teacher group, iPad group, table group.

What is a good strategy for keeping students on track with what app they are using that day in their learning center?

Print out the app icon and assign each group to that app for the day, post it on the board.

Should teachers spend an equal amount of time with each group?

No, teachers should spend more time with students who struggle more in certain content areas.

Does grouping have to be the same for each content area?

No, you can create groups based on different skill levels in each content area.

True or False: It is reasonable to introduce a new app to your students every week.

False.

What subjects do both Seesaw and Kidspiration Maps cover?

Reading and Math.

True or False: All learning centers should be placed near each other in the classroom.

False. Learning centers should be spread throughout the classroom.

What is one of the most important key to effective centers? (HINT: how long will it take?)

Time Management

What is a Learning Center?

A space set in the classroom that allows students to engage in independent and self-directed learning activities.

What example does the textbook give for the measurement and telling time standards?

Using a clock manipulative and slips of paper to identify time.