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The teacher is responsible for establishing and managing student learning in a positive learning environment.
 
"The students in this class for the most part adhered to the rules of the classroom and followed established procedures. Materials were distributed quickly and students presented passes when they wished to be excused from the room. Additionally, students were seated in front of the teacher and he was able to maintain close proximity control of them throughout the lesson."                             - University Supervisor

 
Artifact 3.1

Effect of Peer-teaching on Learning Environment

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Peer-teaching of lab group of students by their fellow student enhances students’ understanding of difficult concepts.  The instructional strategy reflects a positive, productive learning environment.

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Artifact 3.2
Outdoor Demonstration of Newton's Law of Motion

During one of the Matter & Energy classes, the students were so excited about an outdoor activity designed to demonstrate the practical application of Newton's Law of Motion that a number of them volunteered to provide their personal skateboards. It was gratifying to observe the interaction among the students as they follow the directions on the activity.  Then came the challenge of managing the students so that they could operate safely to achieve a positive learning outcome by enhancing their understanding of the key concepts underlying Newton's Law of Motion.  At the end of the outdoor activity, the students returned to the classroom where they shared their ideas during class discussion on Newton's Laws.  As a teacher, I was particularly impressed about the students initiative, creativity, and team spirit.  This confirmed my view that a well-managed classroom would not only help to engage the students in a task-oriented manner, but would also lead to achieving the desired positive learning outcome.     

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