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passing out supplies and teaching at the same time

by Susan

Jan 19, 2011

I am a specials teacher, so I see all the grades (1-5) once a week. Although I have been at this job for 7 years, I am still learning. I have a question for you experienced classroom teachers. When I pass out supplies or return papers (I always have students do it), is it too much to expect the rest of the class to be able to focus on teaching? I am a Spanish teacher and sometimes I like to review vocabulary with flashcards or give additional instructions. Across the board, I find it difficult to do when things are being passed out and I'm just wondering if I should let it go and allow the students to have the couple minutes to talk quietly or not to have to focus on what I am doing.

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Anna When we have papers, etc. to pass out for an assignment, I make it like a game. Withing "ten" seconds, everyone should have a paper and be back in a seat ready to listen. Even if you have helpers, you could still do the same. You could tie in a reward, such as having their name on the board as a SUPER-HELPER if they're quick. I always reward with t...See More

Jan 19, 2011

cara On 1/19/11, Susan wrote: > I am a specials teacher, so I see all the grades (1-5) once > a week. Although I have been at this job for 7 years, I am > still learning. I have a question for you experienced > classroom teachers. When I pass out supplies or return > papers (I always have students do it), is it too much to > expect the...See More

Jan 19, 2011

cara Instead of passing out supplies or papers while teaching, maybe offer students the opportunity to pass out papers before class if possible to earn extra credit.

On 1/19/11, Susan wrote: > I am a specials teacher, so I see all the grades (1-5) once > a week. Although I have been at this job for 7 years, I am > still learning. I ha...See More

Jan 19, 2011

5th grade teach Bring the students who aren't passing out materials to a different location. For example, as students enter your room have them gather on the floor for directions. At the same time, two students are passing out the assigned materials to tables/desks. Then when students are ready to use those supplies they can return to their seats. Or do it at the ...See More

Jan 20, 2011

Sara On 1/19/11, Susan wrote: > I am a specials teacher, so I see all the grades (1-5) once > a week. Although I have been at this job for 7 years, I am > still learning. I have a question for you experienced > classroom teachers. When I pass out supplies or return > papers (I always have students do it), is it too much to > expect the...See More

Jan 21, 2011

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