Educate To Elevate

Instruction: Clear Structured Guidance

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Summary

In this conversation, Carmen and Rita discuss effective instruction and teaching strategies for young children. They emphasize the importance of teaching math concepts through hands-on activities and the joy that comes with understanding these concepts. They also highlight the need for instruction that promotes deep understanding rather than just memorization of facts. The conversation explores the cognitive development of children and the importance of providing the right support during developmental milestones. Carmen and Rita discuss the definition of early childhood and the similarities between different age groups. They also discuss the significance of the interaction between teachers and students and the role of self-reported grades and co-construction of criteria in promoting learning. The conversation concludes with a focus on effective feedback and differentiated assessments.


Takeaways


  • Teaching math concepts through hands-on activities can foster deep understanding and joy in learning.
  • Instruction should focus on promoting deep understanding rather than just memorization of facts.
  • Children's cognitive development involves deconstructing and reconstructing knowledge, requiring support and understanding from teachers.
  • Early childhood extends up to the age of eight, and developmental milestones can impact behavior and learning.
  • Interaction between teachers and students is crucial for effective instruction and learning.
  • Self-reported grades and co-construction of criteria can enhance student understanding and communication of learning.
  • Effective feedback and differentiated assessments can support student growth and learning.


    • Chapters


    00:00 Introduction

    02:54 Teaching Math Concepts

    07:23 Instruction for Deep Understanding

    09:31 Teaching Math Facts

    10:41 Cognitive Development and Brain Growth

    12:27 Developmental Milestones

    13:20 Early Childhood Definition

    15:13 Importance of Interaction

    17:29 Self-Reported Grades and Co-Construction of Criteria

    24:36 Effective Feedback

    26:37 Differentiated Assessments

    31:23 Conclusion


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    Educate To ElevateBy Rita María Hernández and Carmen Wood