Interactive Methods

Notebook
Karen Casillas
Table of Content
1. Community Circle
2. Pair-Share
3. Text-Based Discussion
4. Firework
5. Scaffolded Instruction
6. Interactive Methods Notebook
7. Seed Discussion
8. Think-Aloud
9. Exit Ticket
10. Gallery Walk
11. Field Work #1
12. Field Work #2
13. Field Work #3
14. Campus Tour Plan & Tour Reflection
15. Service Learning Reflection
Community Circle
What it is?

A Community Circle is a safe discussion space in which

students and the teacher sit in a circle so that all members
faces are visible to one another.

How will it be used in the classroom?

I will use this in the classroom as check in to the

students, to see how they are doing, how are they feeling as
well as how their views within in classroom. What can be
done better or what could be improved. It can serve in
academic and social and emotional purposes.

How will I use this strategy with language learners?

Students will be able to discuss in their form of

communication within a safe environment without having to
feel as if they were being judged as well will be encouraged
to communicate with their peers along with developing social
skills.
pair-Share
What is it?

Pair-share is a method of students pairing up and discussing

questions or thoughts asked by a teacher.

How will it be used in the classroom?

It will be used to check if there is prior understand of new

topic that will be introduced in a lesson plan.

How will I use this strategy for language learners?

I will use this strategy for language learners through having

discussion topics or questions regarding on what is happening
within or outside of the classroom. This will allow the
students along with the teachers to establish a relationship
within the classroom, the community and outside of the
classroom setting.
Text based discussion
What it is ?

This strategy allows students to discuss their thoughts, opinions and suggestions
that are emphasized based on the passages they read.

How will it be used in the classroom?

It will be implemented in the classroom to check for understanding on the text

assigned, if there are any questions or clarification needed based on the read text.
Students will be engaged to share a quote or something particular that stood out
from the text (good or bad).

How will it be used with language learners?

It will allow my language learners in developing social skills, encouraging them to

communicate with their peers through verbal or visual representation of their
opinions, thoughts or what they understood from the reading in their own words to
explain to their classmates for clarification.
Firework Writing
What it is?

It is students jotting down ideas about a topic,thoughts

or opinions that they want to write about.

How will it be used in the classroom?

This will be used in the classroom as method for those

students who are struggling to write to simply jot down
ideas, thoughts or even quickwrite the first ideas that
coming up to mind.

How will it be used with language learners?

It will be used with language learners though helping the

students write down in their own language of ideas as
well as to process their ideas more thoroughly.

There are times in which students require more time to

complete activities. There are times in which a student
does not feel comfortable when writing and that is okay,
they could also just draw it out.
Scaffolding Instruction
What it is ?

A process through which adds supports for students in order to enhance

learning and aid in the mastery of tasks.It is used as a variety of
instructional techniques used to move students progressively toward
stronger understanding and, ultimately, greater independence in the
learning process.

How is it used in the classroom?

It will be used as the introduction of a lesson, following by taking a

step back and offering support as needed to the students in either a
discussion or a lesson.

How will it be used with all language learners?

This will be used to teaching and engage language learners throughout

the entire lesson as a whole classroom in allowing the students to work
together in pairs rather than alone. It will allow students to grow in
their own pace and in their own way, each student works at their own
pace.
What it is?
The interactive notebook is a unique means
of assessing student learning and
organization, it also is a great way as an
organizational tool.

How will it be used in the classroom?

This can be used in the classroom to help
students as a great resource in their
learning. Each section in the notebook can
be decided to areas such as math,writing,
art, history and the sciences.

How will it be used with all language

learners?
This could be used learners through visual
representations.Students will be
encouraged to demonstrate their learning
through pictures or words.It will help
learners to create their own notebooks
with their understanding to use as a
reference to look back.
Seed discussion
What it is?

A Seed Discussion is a two-part strategy used to teach students

how to engage in discussions about assigned readings.It allows
students to develop and identify topics in their own terms by
using new or prior knowledge on the topic.

How will it be used in the classroom?

This will be used when introducing a new concept to the classroom

based on a classroom reading or discussion.

How will it be used with all language learners?

This will be used as a way to assess students in what they need

help in as well of having a better way understanding how will take
in helping them. It will help them develop their communication
methods from taking small chunks to large chunks of information.
Think-aloud
What is it?

It is allowing students to say their thoughts out while reading, it

can be an opinion or even something interesting that has stood out to
the student.

How will this be used in the classroom?

This will be used in the classroom when reading texts or even when
discussing a topic in the classroom in a respectful manner.

How will this be used with all language learners?

Students will be able to give their thoughts on the content or even in

how they are feeling in the classroom.It will allow students to
connect to personal experiences, similar content or simply give their
opinions.
What it is?

It is a method in which students will walk around the room and look at the displayed
content on the wall either individually or in groups to share responses and ideas.

How will it be used in the classroom?

It will be used to observe the different ideas of a students,along with allow the
students to comment on the original student’s work.

How will it be used with all language learners?

It will be used with emergent learners through allowing them to visually see how
each student’s way of learning varies.

Gallery Walk
Exit Ticket
What is it?

It is a method used to gather evidence of what students are

thinking and what they have learned at the end of a lesson.

How will it be used in the classroom?

I would use the exit ticket prior to moving onto a new topic,
preferably before the students were to leave to either
recess,lunch, or at the end of the day.

How will I use this strategy for all language learners?

I would use this strategy for emergent bilingual learners through

students will express what they think about the new information,
reflect on what they learned, or in some way, think critically on
the lesson that just concluded.
 Field visit 1
Compton High School Fieldwork Schedule
Academic status of students: Seniors (12th grade)
TED 407
Group: 12:45pm-1:15pm
02/20/19
Day 1: Meet & Greet

● Introduction (5-10 minutes)

○ Announcers
■ Arianna - explain who we are and purpose
■ Lusia - explain the ice breaker activity
● brief demonstration
● Ice breaker (20 minutes)
○ Toe 2 toe
“go toe to toe with the closest person next to you”
“once you have done that choose who is partner 1 & partner 2”
“then partner’s number 1 will go to the right side of the classroom & partner’s number 2 will go to the left side of the classroom”
once we are in our assigned group(s), questions will be asked so we can get to know each other better”
Questions (1-6 [order of importance]):
● ex. What did you get out of the fair last year? (1)
● ex. What in your community do you care about most? (2)
● ex. What is your biggest concerned about graduating? (3)
● ex. How does language influence who you are? (4)
● ex. How has your community shaped your perspective in your life?(5)
● ex. What does culture mean to you? (6)
● Closing (15 minutes)
○ Announcers
Marlene - grab the students attention & explain the exit ticket
Rebeca - restate the purpose of why we are participating & end
○ Exit tickets (15 mins.)
Question: What are your ideas about making your workshop for the fair this year?Brainstorm & tell us your ideas about your workshop.
Fun question: What is your favorite thing to do in your spare time?
 Field visit 2
Class agreements for 3/6/2019 Compton High School visit:

· Before students arrive we would already have a circle set up

o Each mentor will already be seated with an empty chair in between the next mentor (as students enter they
will sit in an empty chair)

Community Circle Activity:

Establish rules: When you receive talking stick say your name.

Ice Breakers:

-How do you feel about graduating? (one word)

-What do you plan to do after graduation?

· Question #1: What do you like about your community?

o After everyone has gone around and shared, elbow share with a partner, Why do

you like going there?

*ASK FOR A COUPLE OF VOLUNTEERS TO SHARE WHAT THEY TALKED ABOUT*

· Question #2: What is something you would like to see in the community?

*As the community circle activity is going on, someone will be recording the students answers on the
class white board and on paper ( to turn in to professor at end of activity)*

Class agreements for 3/6/2019 Compton High School visit:
· Before students arrive we would already have a circle set up
o Each mentor will already be seated with an empty chair in between the
next mentor (as students enter they will sit in an empty chair)
Community Circle Activity:
Establish rules: When you receive talking stick say your name.
Ice Breakers:
-How do you feel about graduating? (one word)
-What do you plan to do after graduation?
Field Visit 2
· Question #1: What do you like about your community?
o After everyone has gone around and shared, elbow share with a
partner, Why do
you like going there?
*ASK FOR A COUPLE OF VOLUNTEERS TO SHARE WHAT
THEY TALKED ABOUT*
· Question #2: What is something you would like to see in the
community?
*As the community circle activity is going on, someone will be
recording the students answers on the class white board and
on paper ( to turn in to professor at end of activity)*
Plan for Compton high school 3/27 ● If the initial results aren’t what you want, alter the search terms and get more specific (get clues from the
initial search results e.g. you might see synonyms that would work or get ideas from the “People Also Ask” section)

1. Ask students to brainstorm their ideas and thoughts about human trafficking.
● Use quotation marks if you want your keywords in an exact order, e.g. “raining cats and dogs”
2. Provide “fun” facts about human trafficking and notes to give them more background.

● Remember:
3. Help students with research methods and how to search for certain topics.

○ use your best guess with spelling (Google will often understand)
Facts about Human Trafficking:( I was thinking maybe we can print little sheets for them to keep about the facts? - Amy)

○ don’t worry about punctuation

Globally, the average cost of a slave is $90.

○ understand that everyone’s results will be different, even if they use the same search terms (depending on
- According to the U.S. State Department, 600,000 to 800,000 people are trafficked across international borders every year, of which 80% are browser history, location etc.)
female and half are children.

● An important habit to get into is looking at the green URL and specifically the domain.
- California harbors 3 of the FBI’s 13 highest child sex trafficking areas on the nation: Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego

- Between 14,500 and 17,500 people are trafficked into the U.S. each year. ○ Use some intuition to decide whether it seems reliable. Does the URL look like a well-known site? Is it a
forum or opinion site? Is it an educational or government institution? Domains that include .gov or .edu might be more
reliable sources.
- There’s a great video we can show them on human trafficking after we talk about the thinking map

● When looking through possible sources, open sites in new tabs, leaving your search results in a tab for
Here’s the link easy access later (e.g. right-click on the title and click “Open link in new tab” or press Control/Command and click the
link).

https://www.lacounty.gov/human-trafficking
● Once you click on a link and land on a site, how do you know if it offers the information you need?

Research Methods & Tips:

● Look for the search box on a webpage or use Control F(Command F on Mac) to bring up a search box that can
scan the page.
To search -

● Understand that you cannot believe everything you read.

Field 3
● Type in some simple search terms using only the important keywords

○ This might involve checking multiple sources.

■ Set up class guidelines that ask classmates to cross check their information on two or three different sites before
assuming it’s accurate.
Field 3 Continuation
You might also like to set up a system for students to
organize their information while they’re searching. There
are many apps and online tools to curate, annotate, and
bookmark information, however, you could just set up a
simple system like a Google Doc or Spreadsheet.

● One free tool that is particularly useful is Wakelet.

○ Using Wakelet, you build collections of content from

around the web.

● The format and function is simple and clear meaning

and you don’t have to put much thought into using and
designing their collections.

○ Instead, you can focus on the important organizing

process.
Campus tour plan & tour reflection
The campus tour did not go as I had planned,I was very nervous yet very excited to give
students a tour of CSUDH.My opening activity begun with a small introduction about ourselves,
I begun the activity and we all made our brief introductions. The group of students consisted
of 9 females and 1 male, they came from Leuzinger High School.I had a opportunity to ask the
students what are their plans after graduating. Some students did not know what to respond
while there were others who mentioned going to community college or simply look for a job.
Through my tour, I showed them the financial aid office, the health clinic, the new queer
resource center, the library and the cultural centers that are located in the Locker Student
Union. I really enjoyed the tour, it was amazing getting to meet these students, I felt that
we connected. Coming from a similar area, I know the lack of resources sometimes within our
community can affect our views on pursuing to get a higher education after high school.
EVeryone seemed to very engaged and in shock of all these services that are provided at
no-cost through our tuition.
Service Learning Reflection
The saying goes, “never judge a book by its cover”...that is true. Growing up I heard that
Compton is “dangerous” city or simply “ghetto”. Once getting to Compton High School, the
area did scare me at first, but after sometime I became accustomed to it. When getting to
know the students more, my opinion quickly changed. When the students mentioned they were
waiting for acceptance letters from universities I realized that many of these students are
eager to continue in their education after high school.Even more I admire the students for
putting on the presentation on Human Trafficking in Compton and surrounding areas, I did
not know about this being a issue until going to Compton High School.These students are
very engaged and concerned on public issues happening now. I really enjoyed getting to work
with Compton High School and the Social Justice Fair, it was a beautiful and rewarding
experience that I will always be grateful for doing.