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In this engaging video, teacher Mauranda Brown introduces the strategy of Life Connections to provide elementary school students with the opportunity to talk about themselves and their personal experiences. The video focuses on enhancing student self-expression through connecting classroom lessons to students' own lives and interests. By incorporating this strategy into her teaching methods, Mauranda Brown promotes student engagement and encourages a deeper connection between students and their learning. Watch as she guides her students in meaningful discussions and helps them develop valuable communication skills while fostering a strong sense of self-awareness and confidence.
Student Self-Expression Playlist
8 Suggested Strategies | 17:12
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Increasing Response Rates With Paired Responses
Strand: Engagement
Element: Increasing Responses
2
Increasing Engagement Through Planned Physical Movement
Strand: Engagement
Element: Physical Movement
3
Increasing Response Rates by Using Response Boards
Strand: Engagement
Element: Increasing Responses
4
Monitoring And Reacting to Overall Class Engagement
Strand: Engagement
Element: Noticing Engagement Levels
5
Monitoring And Reacting to Individual Student Engagement
Strand: Engagement
Element: Noticing Engagement Levels
6
Increasing Response Rates by Using Hand Signals
Strand: Engagement
Element: Increasing Responses
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Providing Opportunities for Students to Talk About Themselves Using Life Connections
Strand: Engagement
Element: Student Self-Expression
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Increasing Response Rates by Calling Random Names
Strand: Engagement
Element: Increasing Responses