bonjour les parents
Welcome to YOUR page! You will find on this page, A Welcome Letter, to welcome you to OUR LEARNING SPACES. The Welcome Letter that was sent home is more in depth and has more details on the Flipped Classroom model. Also a quick video will explain the FLIPPED CLASSROOM model. I have attached a Practice for you! ;-) and a Challenge! Enjoy!
your letter
August 31, 2016
Dear Parents:
I am so excited for the 2016-2017 school year. I have worked hard to create a curriculum and format for this class that will challenge the students and help them become more fluent in French. My classes this year will be conducted in a new format, which is called a “flipped” classroom. Since this will be new for the students I wanted to explain it before the school year began so I can answer any questions that you might have before the school year begins.
A “flipped” classroom format is defined as a class that does what has been traditionally thought of as classwork as homework, and what has been traditionally thought of as homework as classwork. This is not a new idea, or even my idea. This is being used in many types of classrooms across the country. This spring I was fortunate enough to attend a conference about the “flipped” classroom and I know that this format is going to allow your student to be more successful in my classroom. An introductory video to this format is available at the bottom of this video (and so is your Practice Questions).
Students will be able to use computers, iPods, or Smartphones to watch the lectures, which I or another French teacher has created. These lectures are given in PowerPoint presentation form, video form, cartoons, songs and are similar to the style of lectures from last year’s class. My goal is to try different media sources to enhance learning in addition to teaching all students. This format also enables students to watch lectures at their own pace, replay lectures when they need additional help, and helps students that miss class keep up with their classmates.
If I am no longer giving a formal lecture in class, what will be going on in the classroom? At the beginning of each unit, students will be given a sheet listing objectives, assignments and the dates of assessments on a pacing guide. During regular class time, students will be completing assigned activities that help them put into practice the concepts that were learned in the lectures at home. Additionally, students will work on culture, reading, listening and speaking activities in class. Students will be able to work in small groups to accomplish their assigned tasks. Since I am not giving a formal lecture during class time, students will be able to complete more activities to increase their knowledge and fluency.
In this format, not only will the students be working hard, but I will be too. I will be able to answer more questions during class time and interact more with each student. I will be able to do more checks for comprehension and be able to address any problems that students are having with the material quickly. I will also be able to have more conversations with students both individually and in small groups in French to help them become more fluent.
I am looking forward to making this school year our best yet at Stoughton High School. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Since school has not started yet, the best way to reach me is via email at [email protected].
Thank you,
Mme Sandra Beck
French Teacher
Dear Parents:
I am so excited for the 2016-2017 school year. I have worked hard to create a curriculum and format for this class that will challenge the students and help them become more fluent in French. My classes this year will be conducted in a new format, which is called a “flipped” classroom. Since this will be new for the students I wanted to explain it before the school year began so I can answer any questions that you might have before the school year begins.
A “flipped” classroom format is defined as a class that does what has been traditionally thought of as classwork as homework, and what has been traditionally thought of as homework as classwork. This is not a new idea, or even my idea. This is being used in many types of classrooms across the country. This spring I was fortunate enough to attend a conference about the “flipped” classroom and I know that this format is going to allow your student to be more successful in my classroom. An introductory video to this format is available at the bottom of this video (and so is your Practice Questions).
Students will be able to use computers, iPods, or Smartphones to watch the lectures, which I or another French teacher has created. These lectures are given in PowerPoint presentation form, video form, cartoons, songs and are similar to the style of lectures from last year’s class. My goal is to try different media sources to enhance learning in addition to teaching all students. This format also enables students to watch lectures at their own pace, replay lectures when they need additional help, and helps students that miss class keep up with their classmates.
If I am no longer giving a formal lecture in class, what will be going on in the classroom? At the beginning of each unit, students will be given a sheet listing objectives, assignments and the dates of assessments on a pacing guide. During regular class time, students will be completing assigned activities that help them put into practice the concepts that were learned in the lectures at home. Additionally, students will work on culture, reading, listening and speaking activities in class. Students will be able to work in small groups to accomplish their assigned tasks. Since I am not giving a formal lecture during class time, students will be able to complete more activities to increase their knowledge and fluency.
In this format, not only will the students be working hard, but I will be too. I will be able to answer more questions during class time and interact more with each student. I will be able to do more checks for comprehension and be able to address any problems that students are having with the material quickly. I will also be able to have more conversations with students both individually and in small groups in French to help them become more fluent.
I am looking forward to making this school year our best yet at Stoughton High School. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Since school has not started yet, the best way to reach me is via email at [email protected].
Thank you,
Mme Sandra Beck
French Teacher
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To your left, you will find the letter that was sent home. You may download the letter or print it. If you need a copy please inform me and I will get one to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your support!
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what's a "flipped classroom"?
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Practice:
1. Watch the video. 2. Press STOP, PLAY, PAUSE and REWIND when needed. 3. Take Notes. 4. Contact Mme Beck with any questions, concerns and she accepts ENCOURAGEMENT! |
warning
Please DO NOT be alarmed by these pages. Any technology used in classrooms today must be prepared and reviewed. Our website TAKES TIME to build. I MUST review every content that is being posted, write/edit the content and find/create material needed for my students to SUCCEED. Please ENJOY as this website flourishes before your eyes.
P.S. At times, there maybe errors, I'm human. But students who find these errors are rewarded! |
challenge
I challenge you to learn FRENCH with your child. All the videos provided here can teach you one of the world's most beautiful language. Please find my contact information below for any questions.
Mme Sandra Beck French Teacher Mansfield High School 250 East Street Mansfield, MA 02048 #508-261-7540 sandra.beck@mansfieldschools.com |
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