8-28-09 Kelsey

Music in the Jr. Sr. HS
Kelsey Wilhelm
8/28/09

#4
The basic difference between teaching and babysitting is the fact that the students should learn something. There should be a clear objective to the lesson and the teacher must present it in a way understandable by the students. Babysitters discipline, watch and keep in order. Teachers do this, but also have to add the concept of learning and advancement.
http://www.unco.edu/cebs/psychology/kevinpugh/motivation_project/resources/ames_archer88.pdf
Achievement goals in the Classroom : Student’s learning strategies and motivation process by: Carole Ames and Jennifer Archer University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
-Defines that students participate and maintain better discipline when they are involved with the rules that define a classroom setting. They abide better when they are involved and success is shown in the setting. Also, it helps set realistic goals for both student and teacher that once attained can cause for a great performance/ feeling of wellness.

#8
Observable behavior is something that can be noted by the senses. In this case, referring to the changes (hopefully progress) made within the classroom setting. These behaviors are meant to be advancements and can prove and support the continuing education of the student. It, whether or not it is detrimental or assistive, shows the outcome of situations.
http://www.jstor.org/stable/1085165?cookieSet=1
Effective versus Ineffective Schools: Observable Differences in the Classroom by: Charles Teddlie, Peggy C Kirby, Sam Stringfield
This book, which can be view entirely online, basically states how one must find how and which actions and direction cause for the outcome to work. The introduction paragraph says it does not state exactly what will work but more ideas for experiment to find out which teaching ways work for the classroom and environment you teach in.