Section: Module 12: Classroom Environment | CSCI6121: Secondary PSI Teaching Methods for Computer Science | NJCTL

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  • CSCI6301 Secondary PSI Teaching Methods for Computer Science

    Welcome to PSI Teaching Methods for Computer Science

    Teachers will learn how to use research-proven approaches to create a highly effective and welcoming learning environment for their students. Pedagogy topics include social constructivism; meta-cognition; differentiation; and remote learning. Policy topics include grading based on mastery; why homework should not be graded; and providing retests to encourage continuous improvement.

    Prerequisite: None

Module 11: Differentiation
Module 13: Pacing, Planning, and Collaboration

Module 12: Classroom Environment

  • Module 12: Classroom Environment

    Establishing a sense of urgency and purpose in the classroom is key to keeping the forward momentum in teaching and learning. This module will investigate Growth Mindset, and how teachers can make small shifts in their instruction and language to encourage growth mindset in their students. We will also examine practices for encouraging collaboration among students and promote a positive learning environment.

     This module’s short answer assignment asks you to explain three strategies you will use to create a positive and productive classroom environment.

    Short Answer Assignment responses should be at least 200-300 words. Refer to the Short Answer Assignment rubric for more information on the expectations of this assignment.

    1. Develop strategies for creating a positive learning environment. 
    2. Choose three strategies for creating a positive learning environment in your classroom that you will put into use.

    Required Readings:

    Johnson, B. (2013, March 12). Building a Sense of Urgency in the Classroom. edutopia. Retrieved June 6, 2022, from https://www.edutopia.org/blog/building-sense-of-urgency-classroom-ben-johnson

    Recommended Readings:

    Dweck, C. (2015, September 22). Carol Dweck Revisits “Growth Mindset.” Retrieved July 20, 2016, from Education Week.

     LLP, E.P. (2010). Encouraging Shy Students. Retrieved July 20, 2016, from BBC Active, http://www.bbcactive.com/BBCActiveIdeasandResources/MethodsofDifferentiationintheClassroom.aspx

     Marzano, R. J. (2009). The Art and Science of Teaching / Teaching with Interactive Whiteboards. Educational Leadership, 67(3), 80–82.

Module 11: Differentiation
Module 13: Pacing, Planning, and Collaboration