Team Approach to Teaching Today

If a outsider visited room 202 between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. today, he/she may wonder what was going on in the classroom. Imagine four teachers, a teacher aide, two groups of students, and the principal in one classroom. In fact, it was an integrated lesson of science, language arts, and computers. Students worked on Mrs. Fabbri's science project involving animal research, Mrs. Winfield instructed students on writing about the topic, and Mr. Feick helped students with their presentations on wireless laptop computers. Mrs. Hrivnak assisted students with individual learning needs and Mrs. Wilson served as her aide. Finally, I videotaped much of the lesson for educational review with the teachers. The purpose of this setup was to increase student independent learning in both science and writing, integrate technology into lessons, and provide real-life applications content. The entire activity received an overwhelming seal of excellence! Great job student and staff.