A lesson can be perfectly planned, but if not implemented correctly it may not be effective for learning. Gathering feedback from others regarding implementation can lead to improved practices for new and experienced teachers. Observing others and being observed is a great way to provide feedback and gather additional data on a lesson’s effectiveness for supporting students in meeting the objective.
Implement the activity developed with your mentor teacher or another activity using technology with the whole class or a small group of students. Be sure to utilize the differentiation strategies you and your mentor teacher discussed to meet the needs of all students in the class/group.
Following the implementation, seek feedback from your mentor teacher. Discuss the following:
How the implementation went, include whether the students met the objective of the activity. Discuss how you made this determination.
What you and your mentor felt was effective, and what you would do differently next time.
The effectiveness of the differentiation and how the technology supported students during the activity.
Spend any remaining field experience hours observing or assisting the teacher in providing instruction and support to the class.
Following the implementation and discussion, write a 250-500 word reflection. Summarize the implementation of the activity and feedback from your mentor teacher. How did the technology used in the activity help meet the needs of all the students in the group or class? What parts of the lesson were effective and what would you change for next time? Did the students meet the objectives of the activity and how did you know?
