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Please post discussion questions by Tuesday, 1/26 at 5 pm. This is one of our mandatory postings for the class. Please post your discussion questions. Each Discussion guide that is mandatory will be scored on completeness of answers and follow thru of both the posting procedure for your own discussion guide and comments (2) made about other classmates guides. Each discussion guide is worth 6 points for a total of 30 points toward your final grade. ** Discussion Guide 2 (also available on the home page and in hard copy format) ** a) present level of performance (PLOP)- . b) Annual Goal- c) Short term objective-
 * Due January 27 **
 * Discussion Question over Cohen & Spenciner-Chapters 6 & 7 **
 * 1) Define and provide an example of the following terms
 * 1) Consider the theories of learning and methods that support teaching and learning presented in chapter 6.
 * Choose 1 theory and 1 practice that you feel that you are most likely to use in the classroom.
 * Define the theory and describe one teaching method that is consistent with the theory.
 * Relate your statement to your classroom practice, either now or in the future
 * See figure 7.1 on page 206 of the text to help define which theory goes with the instructional practice.
 * Discussion Question over Olsen-Chapter 8 **
 * 1) Olsen states, “teachers are the critical component of students’ affective experiences of school”. In the chapter, Olsen also mentions favorite teachers, Mr. Wilson, and then goes on to mention teachers Eve, Abby and Ennis. Becoming a “favorite teacher” is a continuum for teachers as they gain experience and insight. Describe which of the teachers in this chapter you most identify with and why, where you are currently on the continuum, where you hope to be in 5 years, and how you will achieve your ideal.

//Hey all, Great sets of discussion questions posted from last week! You really had great insight into the information in the chapter and how it applied to you as professionals. 2 things:// 2. Make sure that you are posting on the correct page--Discussion questions go here.** Thanks! Karin
 * 1. Make sure that you email me in addition to posting your discussion questions in case of any computer glitches