ELM 510 Discussion Question Topic 1 to 6 with Multiple Responses

ELM 510 Topic 1 DQ 2

In order to encourage and promote student motivation and engagement, instructors must provide support while academically challenging students. Discuss strategies to provide support for academically, behaviorally, and socially diverse students. Be specific in naming strategies

Topic 2 DQ 1

How will you manage group and cooperative learning when it comes to meeting the diverse needs of students? How will you group your students so they do not feel inferior or superior and their self-esteem is taken into consideration? How do you ensure that learning is happening for everyone?

ELM 510 Topic 2 DQ 2

Share two motivation strategies from the topic materials or from your own research and explain why these strategies will motivate, encourage, and engage students in discussion and instruction

ELM 510 Topic 3 DQ 1

Respond to the following scenario:

You discover that one of your students’ parents has passed away suddenly. This parent was an active member in the school and a volunteer in the classroom. Most of the students knew this parent.

How will you address this situation in your classroom? What resources are available to students who are affected by this traumatic event?

Topic 3 DQ 2

Consider GCU’s Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work, which states, “Therefore, we have resolved to carry out our work within the public arena with compassion, justice, and concern for the common good,” as you respond to the following scenario:

You have a new student in your class that started in the middle of the year. You notice that the student is being bullied during recess.

How will you address your class? What strategies can you use to minimize bullying in your class? How can you approach this from a Christian worldview perspective in order to create a safe and positive learning environment?

ELM 510 Topic 4 DQ 1

What do you consider a non-negotiable rule? Identify three of your future non-negotiable rules and explain why you

chose them. What is the difference between non-negotiable rules and classroom values? How are these essential to the classroom?

Topic 4 DQ 2

Consider GCU’s Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work, which states, “Therefore, we are convinced that the Christian life must involve compassion and care, not only for the spiritual needs of mankind, but also for basic physical needs that stem from poverty, oppression, and injustice,” when responding to the following discussion prompts.

How will you address diverse needs in your classroom? How will you ensure that students feel accepted and valued in their classroom?

ELM 510 Topic 5 DQ 1

What are some communication do’s and don’ts when communicating with parents? Identify and rationalize two do’s and two don’ts when having a parent-teacher conference.

Topic 5 DQ 2

There are a number of key stakeholders in a school system and the school community. List at least three important stakeholders, including parents, and explain the importance of your relationship with each of them. How will your relationships with these key stakeholders affect students?

Topic 6 DQ 1

What is cyberbullying and how can teachers help prevent it? If cyberbullying does happen between students in a classroom or school, what steps should teachers take to address the issue?

Topic 6 DQ 2

What precautions should teachers take when using technology to enhance instruction? How should teachers prepare students for the use of technology in the classroom?