518+-+Agenda+-+1.16.13

12:00 - 12:30 - Introduction to the Course
 * [[file:EDTE 518_discipline specific literacy_Case_Spring 2013.pdf]]
 * Pre-Assessment

12:30 - 1:00 - Definitions of Engagement > http://www.gallup.com/poll/141854/student-poll-grades-hopeful-engaged-thriving.aspx (definitions)
 * http://www.polleverywhere.com/free_text_polls/MjA5NDY0MTY3NA
 * http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xU0OIxLmI3o
 * http://thegallupblog.gallup.com/2013/01/the-school-cliff-student-engagement.html (results)

1:00 - 1:45 - Examples of Engagement > https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/junior-high-math-lesson?fd=1 > >>> What factors seem to diminish student engagement? >>> How do you define "engagement"?
 * https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/passing-notes-teaching-strategy?fd=1
 * Housekeeping**
 * For Friday: Read //Holler//, foreword - p. 42.
 * Pay particular attention to these questions and jot down notes in response:
 * What examples of successful and unsuccessful student engagement do you notice in the text?
 * What factors seem to contribute to student engagement?
 * Download and read the syllabus
 * Talk to your CT about a possible topic for your mini-unit

Optional Resources about //Holler// [|http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=MT0L1U-Rdj4#]![] [] []