The Power of a Teacher / Teachers: Isabella Ribeiro, Mary Farlese, Kate Zacca, Sebastian Omechevarria

 

  I 

Unit: Teaching

Theme: The Power of a Teacher

 

Introduction

 Broadly speaking, the function of teachers is to help students learn by imparting knowledge to them and by setting up a situation in which students can and will learn effectively.

 

II

Learning Objectives


  • Understand the challenges faced by new teachers

  • Explain aspects of Dr. Saenz speech you and disagree with 

  • Gain an awareness of the reach of his words, demeanor and testimony

  • Experience what is like to be in Dr. Saenz situation


 III

Main Lesson

 

1

Minilessons

Caroline Mansilla, Annemarie Suarez, Kyle Greene & Sarah Cardenas


2

Students' Feedback


IV

A Note to Remember

The primary roles of a teacher are:
  • Providing mentorship. ...
  • Inspiring learners. ...
  • Nurturing healthy curiosity in learners. ...
  • Creating meaningful learning experiences. ...
  • Leveraging technology to support learning. ...
  • Mediating and liaising. ...
  • Researching learning strategies.

 

 V

Case Study

 

The Power of a Teacher | Adam Saenz 

 

 

VI

Discussion Questions


1. After watching the video, what point is Dr. Saenz trying to make    about people who enter the field of Education. 

2. Do you agree or disagree with him? Explain why? 

3. What moved you about his talk? Explain

 

VII

Journaling

 

VIII

Glossary

 

IX

Sources

 

X

Students'Work
 
Lesson Plans

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