Sigh... why isn't anyone posting anything?!!?!?!
Fine. I'll start first.
Firstly, Mrs Xing should lay down all her rules before she allows the students to turn on the computer, or even enter the computer lab. Some lab rules may include:
• Seating according to index number - This is to prevent chattering among students as they don't get to seat with their friends. In cases where there are still students who are chatting among each other, teacher will have to change seats for them.
Stating that they can't on the computer until the teacher says so.
They must NEVER surf the net without her permission
She should have explained to the students regarding the steps to be taken (e.g. how to on the computer, opening up microsoft words.. etc. ) and make sure that they understand BEFORE they even on the computer.
Also, the seating arrangement may be changed. Instead of setting the computer screen facing away from her, they should arrange the computers in a way so that teacher can see the screen from the front. For example,
In this way, she will be able to see what everyone is doing.
Mrs Xing should pair students up to do the peer checking. This way, she will have more time settling technical issues or other problems, and it will be considered as CL.
Alright. Tell me your comments. Reply.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
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Yes I definitely agree with you that rules have to be established from the very start of the lesson or school term. If nothing is set, the students will not show any concern and respect towards the teacher as they will take the teacher for granted.
ReplyDeleteSecondly, I am very impressed by the drawing. What you drew above is a good way to keep an eye on everyone. The teacher is able to have a clear view of everyone as nobody is being blocked by their computers.
The whole classroom structure which was drawn by you is one of a possible approach to allow the teacher to observe his/ her class. However, there are times when a teacher cannot create a 'desired' environment. This is because some school labs are created in different ways. Some might have 4 computers each in an area and they are fixed, and it is not possible for the teacher to move them. Perhaps, it can be discussed further with the heads in school so as to make a better learning environment.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, it will be much efficient if the teacher can control and monitor the students' computers. When he/she is explaining, students' computers will be locked, thus allows him/her to get students' attention. Of course, factors like discipline and strict (clear) instructions are necessary.