Monday, January 30, 2012
Students as teachers
I have taught a NASA unit to my 7th and 8th graders. They will be teaching some of the information to the K-5 classes in my school along with guiding them through some activities. They will be giving four lessons during the month of February. The first lesson will be on Wednesday. I am hoping for a positive experience for all parties. This is new for all of us.
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How very interesting! I think this is a great activity, it is engaging, allows the students to communicate with one another, and a great way for them to work on their social and cognitive skills! I believe this activity will go very well, and I hope you decide to post how it went :)
ReplyDeleteThe first group just presented to K, 3, and 4. The principal and VP both observed some of the sessions and were impressed with the middle school running the show. So far, it has been positive for everyone.
ReplyDeleteThis would have been right up my alley in 7th or 8th grade!! Please keep us posted how it goes! Sounds great.
ReplyDeleteThe middle school students are now working on a kinesthetic modeling of the lives of stars. They will involve some of the audience during the second demonstration. Then small groups of the lower school students, with guidance by middle school team leaders, will label a handout that shows the lives of stars. Everyone seems positive at this point in time. This lesson will be more difficult than the first lesson.
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