California Career and Technical Education Standards

• AME.FS.5.1 Apply appropriate problem-solving strategies and critical thinking skills to wor...
• AME.FS.5.2 Understand the universal, systematic problem-solving model that incorporates inp...
• AME.FS.5.3 Use critical thinking skills to make informed decisions and solve problems.
• AME.FS.5.4 Use the elements of the particular art form to observe, perceive, and respond.
• AME.FS.5.5 Understand the application of research and analysis skills to the creation of co...

• What the Whiteboards Are - Hooks / Set

  Say: We will be using a group response system in the course from time to time.

  Hold up a sample for students to see
• Whiteboard Directions - Lecture

  Have the following items ready to distribute and view:

  • PowerPoint on Whiteboard directions
  • Sample materials for demonstration
  • Blank whiteboard sheets
  • Sheet Protectors

  Say: "Please watch the PowerPoint with me as we cover the directions."

  Cover the directions, demonstrating each step of the process. Watch to see that the students understand, and answer any questions as appropriate.

  • Whiteboard Directions [ Download ] Whiteboard are easy check-or-understanding activities. This is the PowerPoint used to orient the students to the use of this tool
• Check for Understanding - Assessment

  Say: "Now we are going to practice. Take out your dry erase pen. Write down the following on your whiteboard: 'I understand.'

  
  Then walk around the room to see that each student has written the proper response on the whiteboard. Nod your head and respond affirmatively to each student until you have checked them all.
• Closure - Closure

  Say: "Now please put your Whiteboards away. Place your tissue inside the sheet protector so you have it ready as you need it. Find a place to put your dry erase pen so you have it any time I ask you to participate in this activity."

  "Each class is different in how often we use this particular tool. Some may not use it often, and others will ue fairly often. But you are always required to have it with you and available. Not having it available could cost you participation points for the day."

  "This is an easy tool to use and it helps me know how well you are understanding whatever we are discussing. No please put everything away and get ready for the next part of our class."