One of the things that I loved about the data class, especially during the presentations, was hearing other peoples' ideas and what worked for them and what didn't. After this year I feel confident with my reading instruction and I have the data to back up that what I did worked. I will always continue to improve, but next year I would like to focus on math. I heard some really great ideas about math that I would like to try next year. I made several notes about computer programs like IXL, and other math resources. At our last grade level meeting I asked about getting a subscription to IXL or a similar program, and it sounds like something we will be able to get next year.
Jennifer and I had very similar projects, so it was great to discuss how things were going throughout the year. I would like to implement some of the things that she did next year, like having students track their own growth. I struggled with having the kids set their own goals, because they don't really know what a realistic goal is. I like the way she had them chart their word reading, so they can see what they did last time and the times before and set a reasonable goal. It is a great visual for them and for me, and I think it brings more meaning and understanding to them about what they are doing and why.
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