What is the importance of visible learning to teachers?
What do great teachers know about learning? How can you use that knowledge to improve
your teaching?
Before reading this book, list 3 things you do in your
teaching that you believe have a large effect size? And why?
Don’t peek! (We will come back to
this later.)
The importance of visible learning to teachers is to actually see that the efforts we are making are not in vain. We have a strong desire to see our students getting the concepts we teach and ultimately grow personally, as well as academically.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know that learning does not simply come from direct instruction. Rather, it comes from students taking control over their own learning. Student centered learning environments and activities can help to cultivate this and help foster a change from fixed to growth mindset about what they can and cannot do.
Three things that I do in my teaching that I believe have a large effect size would be:
1) Having a positive rapport with my students because I know that they trust me and that I believe in them, so they are willing to take more risks.
2) Ask for questions and allow discussions - I want students to feel comfortable learning while I learn with them. I don't know everything, and I think showing them that I'm willing to put in the work with them goes a long way.
3) Constant checking in and encouragement. I want to know where they are and help them get to where they need to go. And I want them to know that I will help them get the tools to get there.
Visible learning informs practice. Without true understanding of what is being learned, I think I would be in a constant state of turmoil trying to identify strategies for instruction.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know student learning is acquired through different modalities and at different levels of achievement. Teachers customize instruction to meet student needs, it is not a “one size fits all” approach to instruction.
Three things that have a large effect size:
1) Establish trust – I think by high school some of the students with disabilities have a very low self-esteem because school is so difficult for them; they have not experienced a great deal of success in school. I work to establish a trusting relationship so the students will let me see their strengths and areas that we need to work on to improve their learning.
2) Demonstrate respect – I respect the students and earn their respect in return. I try to show that I respect them and care about them as both students and an important person. It is much easier to help guide knowledge acquisition when working with individuals that demonstrate mutual respect.
3) Listen - Listening means more than hearing the words students say, it includes interpreting tone of voice, body language, and what is not said.
Visible learning is very important in teaching. The teacher themselves needs to know the material being taught and the students many times want to know how this is going to be used. I think of this being more important in Algebra and higher math than literacy. Kids need to know why and when they will use Algebra, they know they will use reading every day.
ReplyDeleteI think that great teachers know that students learn in many different ways. Many students have a primary way that they learn the best but also use different modalities to learn many different things.
I think 3 things that I do that have a great effect on the students are:
1. Positive relationships- this is a big thing in our school and everyone's with the 5 R's coming out. I think that I do build positive relationships with the students. They know they can come to me for help on assignments or sometimes with questions about what is going on in their life. Not that I am always a great role model lol.
2. Positive Reinforcement - I think that many of our students have the ability to do the work but lack the confidence. I attempt to give them positive reinforcement when they complete an assignment or sometimes just one portion of the assignment.
3. I also like to be involved in the school activities that the students are in. They see that i am interested in them not only in the classroom but other things in the school and community as well. I try to make it to the activities as much as possible.
I think all 3 of these have to do with one, and that is positive relationships. I think that we can have an impact on students just from being there for them at certain times.
Visible learning is used in classrooms every day. Did my students understand the lesson(s) we did in class today? Most importantly can my students see how this applies to life outside/after high school? I also think that visible learning goes along with engagement in student learning, if the student can see where they will use the lesson after high school then they are more engaged in the classroom.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know that everyone learns differently and they are ready to help them in whatever means necessary. Great teachers will also never “give-up” and are always looking to improve their practices. I can use this knowledge of great teaching in my classroom by evaluating myself and trying new instructional methods with students to help them learn.
The three things that I believe I do in my teaching that have an effect on students are:
1) The relationships I have with my students. My students know that whatever is said in my room stays in my room. I am not going to call their parents over something that they have told me (unless I have to) about another teacher or someone having boyfriend/girlfriend troubles. Having this allows me to help students beyond just the school lessons.
2) The high expectations I have for my students. I set high but not unrealistic expectations for my students. Just because they are in my room does not mean they get all special treatment. A lot of my students are held to the same standard as general education students and are just graded differently. This way the student can see that they can do what everyone else can do too.
3) The “tell-it-like-it-is” mentality with my students. The real world does not sugar coat things and neither do I. If my student is being lazy I call them out on it (not in front of their peers though). My past students have told me they appreciated that someone noticed they were doing something not typical of themselves since it reminded them that people care and will notice.
Visible learning is important because we only have a limited time to make an impact with students. Most of the students we work with come to us already behind their peers. We need to know and use the strategies which will have the most impact with students so they can make catch up growth and we can get the most "bang for our buck" in instruction. We need to have a clear idea what we are trying to teach in the short and long term. Students need to know what they need to learn and be able to see their own progress and what works for them. Visible success - What a way to build confidence and engagement.
ReplyDeleteAs a school psychologist, I don't have a classroom of my own, but I think of some of the things I see happening in schools that have a big impact on students. Like several that have already posted, the first thing that comes to mind is relationships. Students learn from teachers they trust to be consistent, expect them to do their best, and have their best interests at heart. I see too, direct and explicit instruction that starts a student at their instructional level, and is provided in a way that allows for the maximum amount of opportunities to respond and receive feedback. This instruction is not more of the same strategies used in the regular classroom, but is individualized and changes based on whether or not students are improving.
Visible learning is important to teachers because we need to be able to see the growth in our students. We need to know that they are making progress. Most of our students in this profession are already far behind their peers. We are trying to take them from where they are to a higher level and try to close that gap.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know that learning happens everywhere, even when we don't expect it to. Learning happens when we make mistakes and allow our students to make mistakes as well. I sometimes forget to let my students know that I am just a person who makes mistakes. I think letting them see that side of me would help them feel even closer to me and. Hold stronger rapport.
Three things I do:
1: I have great rapport with not only my students but many students in the building. I think this has a large effect because it makes my students not feel singled out and easier to reach.
2: I am involved with my students outside of school. I make sure to say hello if we are in public. I try to make it to their events outside of school. They enjoy seeing me there and are excited!
3: I have a very understanding nature with my students. I have the younger kids and I think they enjoy knowing that I will listen and give advice without judging. It has helped because some of the students in my building have no one to talk to.
Visible learning helps inform instruction; it helps teachers know what their students are acquiring from the lessons that are being taught.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know that learning never stops. Great teachers also know there are teachable moments that happen everyday and take advantage of those situations. Great teachers also know that sometimes learning happens when we least expect it to. We just have to keep our eyes open to those moments.
My three things that have a large effect size:
1. Positive relationships-I think this is key with my students. They know that I am on their side and I will do whatever it takes to help them be successful.
2. Trust-I think that I have earned the trust of my students and that helps them bring the walls down and opens them up to try new and challenging things. Sometimes it takes a long time to earn that trust, but it is so critical with my population.
3. Open communication-I am super real with my students. I will listen to them when they have issues, and they know that I will be real and talk to them openly and honestly about the issue. They know that I can't help them if they don't talk to me and tell me what is going on.
My 3 things that have a large effect size:
ReplyDelete1. Patience: I think this is huge for the group of students I work with. Sometimes it may take teaching a skill in many different ways in many different settings before the skill is completely understood.
2. Trusting/Caring Relationships: I think that with small kids they need someone who truly cares and they can trust. They know that they are not going to get in trouble for not understanding something, we just try and try again.
3. Communication: When working with small kids they are not always confident or able to to explain what is going on therefore we teach the soft skills. I tell the kids you have to keep calm and then tell me why you are mad or sad.
What is the importance of visible learning to teachers?
Visible learning is what drives instruction in essence is the outcome of the lesson to be taught and what strategies are useful in teaching of the lesson.
What do great teachers know about learning? How can you use that knowledge to improve your teaching?
*Great teachers know that there is not only way to teach a concept, in fact there are many ways to teach a concept and in many different locations. There are teachable moments in the library, playground, social groups, story time, standing in line, transitions, lunch and snack time. Often times I think we think learning only occurs when we are in the classroom with teacher instructed material. I think every experience throughout the day has a teachable moment with all age groups we just need to keep our ears and eyes open to capture the teachable moments.
Visible learning is transparency in the classroom. Do the students understand the daily objectives that are part of the overall curriculum? How can the teacher see that the students are learning and how are the students able to demonstrate their learning? For visible learning to be reciprocally effective the outcomes needs to be tangible. When that happens results can be analyzed, reflected upon, and modified (if necessary) to meet the needs of both the teacher and the learner.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers not only use their education, which should be continuing, but also experience. They need to be open-minded and willing to change. Look at best/research based practicies and apply them. They also need to be proactive and not reactive, to be progressive for jobs/careers that do not even exist yet! Beyond academic education great teachers strive for rigor in their classrooms both from themselves and their students. Great teachers also build relationships, this I believe is one of the most important aspects of teaching. Genuine learning occurs when students feel safe and there is trust between them and the teacher.
3 things I do that have a large effect size:
1. Have a positive attitude around the entire school, not just in my classroom.
2. Be a team player- example; help work school activities.
3. Encourage life-long learning, not to give my students the impression that their education is over when their formal education ends.
I have such small classes that it is difficult for me to think "large effect size". Hopefully this book will clarify that concept and how it can be used in my situation.
Visible learning is developing an understanding of the impact that instructional efforts have on students’ learning. Students have to know what they are learning and why they are learning it.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know that all students have different strengths and interests. Sometimes, it's necessary to use the interest area to get a specific student willing to work in a weak skill or area. I don't always work on weak areas, but I work with students in their areas of interest many times.
3 Things I do in my teaching:
Use activities of interest to promote engagement - I try to select activities that students enjoy so they are fully engaged in the learning. I like to find problems or projects that aren’t worksheets or have 1 right answer. If we do a ‘canned’ activity, I want it to be challenging and with multiple steps or ways to get the right answer, if it has a right answer.
Show students why what they are doing matters (educationally and post-secondary). When I select books or activities, we talk about why they’re important. I try to push students out of their comfort zone with books (especially middle and high school students). One reason I tell them is that their college professors will expect that they have read certain authors, and they can't read all of them in their high school classes. It’s up to them to make sure they are fully prepared for college by reading some of those tougher books on their own.
Encourage problem solving/ critical thinking. I like to give students tough problems to solve. I love to work out some of the tough math problems with them, but I told a parent I encourage supported frustration. That probably isn’t the best way to put it, but I want students to have to think. They need to get to a place where they don’t know the answers or can’t get the answer quickly because at some point in their lives, they won’t. Reaching that point in a supported situation will help them learn or deal with it better when it happens in a real-life situation.
Visible learning is important to education because it makes the teacher's teaching and the students' learning clear. It removes distortions and helps teachers better understand whether or not the material is being learned. If not, they can diagnose the issue and provide modifications and differentiation to help meet student need.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers understand that learning requires student ownership and investment. Teachers must develop strong relationships with the students (They don't care what you know until they know that you care), and help students understand the significance of the material as it relates to their lives. Great teachers also understand that learning takes place differently for every student and therefore utilize a variety of techniques and practices.
I would humbly submit three things that I believe greatly help students in my classroom. First, I treat the kids with respect. I want to meet their base needs, help them feel safe, and help them feel comfortable in advocating for themselves. Secondly, I try to keep kids in a consistent routine. I chunk my classes into sections. This helps me to continually use different activities and methods while keeping a consistent routine. Thirdly, I attempt to be explicit in my instructions, expectations, and content. Misunderstanding can destroy lessons, so I try to be very clear with my students.
I think that you are right about everything you stated in your blog. Ownership and investment are important concepts that many people choose not to adhere to. I have found that sometimes people will not take responsibility for their actions, and until that happens you are hitting your head against a brick wall. It is also important to realize that each student is different and to try to address and cater to those different instructional, social, educational, and physical needs-they are an important key to bonding and building a relationship with that child.
Delete1) Visible learning is important because is allows teachers to understand if what they are teaching is being learned. If there is a disconnect between how the teacher teaches and how the student learns it allows for adjustments to be made.
ReplyDelete2) Great teachers know how their students learn, and are able to adapt their teaching to meet the student's needs. This is a very important piece of knowledge to be aware of as a teacher. I try get an understanding of what works best for my students early in the school year and then research ways to teach them effectively.
3) 1). I try to create a very welcoming and comfortable environment in my classroom. I think when my students are relaxed and happy to be somewhere their effort, behavior, and performance improve.
2) I am involved in extracurricular activities. I coach middle school basketball and high school baseball. Having a connection to students lives outside of the classroom is very important.
3) I provide a lot of encouragement. A lot of my students have been told they can't more than they have been told they can. Letting kids know that they can accomplish difficult tasks can start to change attitudes.
I think that visual learning is used everyday in ,do our students understand what is being taught? I think as teachers we need to be sure that we are making sure our students are being challenge.
ReplyDelete* Great teachers know our students abilities and challenge them to do better. build better (good) relationships with their students and parents
Three things I do to help my teachers:
1) Let students discover what they know and work form there
2)Build positive relationships- attending their activities
3)Positive Reinforcement-to get them to try harder
Visual learning is important because it is a quick check of a student's learning. Teachers can see in an instant if a concept was learning, and if you can expand upon that learned concept, or if the concept needs to be re-taught.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know that every child learns in different ways at a different pace. Great teachers know that lessons will need to be modified and adapted for each student in the classroom. Great teachers also know that things will not always go as planned and that they will need to be flexible and go with the flow.
1. I use the TEEACH classroom model and it has made a big difference in all of my students. This model teaches a skill, practices it, has the student practice it on their own using different methods, and then has the student display mastery through different modalities. Student then show the skill be performing it on their own, and doesn't require assistance. This model teaches the kids independence, so they are able to perform the skills on their own.
2. I see kids as individuals and treat them as such. I don't see their disability label. For instance, even if I have taught 100 autistic kids, I don't identify their by the traits. I don't say this student will display this behavior because research says that they have to display this trait. I get to know the individual student and teach to their particular strengths and build upon their weaknesses.
3. Patience is a good thing to have in any situation. Teacher's need more than their share of patience. Our student sometimes try to push our buttons, and I have found it is much more productive to make sure I have patience with them and gently guide them to where they need to be rather than yelling and escalate the situation. My staff and I often, "tag team" students. If one of us is becoming frustrated with a student's behavior, then we give a signal, and the other one steps in. This is a good system that works well for our kids.
What is the importance of visible learning to teachers? Visible learning is important because we need to check to see if the students are comprehending what we are teaching or not. This helps us understand if we need to re-teach the concepts being taught or if they have mastered the concepts being taught.
ReplyDeleteWhat do great teachers know about learning? How can you use that knowledge to improve your teaching?
Great teachers know that students learn in different ways and at different paces. Great teachers know that you need to check in often for understanding to make sure students are mastering the concepts being taught.
Before reading this book, list 3 things you do in your teaching that you believe have a large effect size? And why? I think that it is the little things that make the largest impact in the end. Three little things that I do that I think have a large effect in the end is that I talk positively to kids, I try to motivate and inspire them in all conversations, and I try to apply learning to real life situations.
I think the importance of visible learning is that it gives feedback to teachers to inform them if the strategies they’re utilizing are effective and beneficial.
ReplyDeleteI think great teachers know that learning manifests itself in many ways, and that they use that knowledge to tailor their instruction to meet the needs and play to the strengths of each of their students.
1.) I’m not a teacher, but feel like the teachers I’ve worked with who develop meaningful relationships with their students definitely have better outcomes in students putting forth max effort when trying to accomplish whatever that teacher is wanting them to do.
2.) I also feel like a teacher’s attitude can play a large role in how students respond in a classroom. Students I’ve talked with seem to identify teachers who are consistently positive and encouraging as being easier to understand and learn from.
3.) I’ve also seen very positive results from teachers who provide a sense of consistency and stability for their students; where students know and fully understand the expectations that are laid out for them.
What is the importance of visible learning to teachers? Teachers need to know what works and what doesn't, so they can focus their instruction on things that will make a difference for students.
ReplyDeleteWhat do great teachers know about learning? How can you use that knowledge to improve your teaching? Great teachers know one size does not fit all. Even though a few things are good for all students, every student has unique learning needs and great teachers adapt to the students instead of expecting the students to adapt to them.
Before reading this book, list 3 things you do in your teaching that you believe have a large effect size? And why? Don’t peek! (We will come back to this later.)
1. Student/teacher relationships
2. Direct instruction using effective teaching methods
3. Student engagement
The importance of visible learning is that teachers can use data to inform their instruction and tailor the the most effective strategies to the students they teach.
ReplyDeleteGreat teachers know that not all learning occurs in the same way on the same day. Differentiation for the needs of their students and the instructional level of their students will be needed. They will take and keep data to monitor the learning of their students and the effectiveness of their teaching and make adjustments as needed. They are constantly looking to improve, but also know what works and what doesn't. They don't "throw out the baby with the bathwater" in chasing every new fad because of its newness, but can integrate the most effective parts of each to help their students. They are masters of their craft. They don't rest on their laurels. Good is never good enough.
I don't have a classroom of my own, but there are certain aspects that will be important in effective teaching. Three things: The quality of instruction provided by the teacher. The use of data and feedback to make adjustments to what is being taught and the way it is being taught with an understanding of what works and why it works. The formation of positive relationships with students and their families.