I think that reading is instrumental to good writing. People of all ages, especially children should use reading as a tool to expand their vocabularies. I think that reading also shows readers the way to properly construct a good story, and depending on the story, the creativity of the author. Readers should be able to read a book and know what good writing is, and I think that reading does help people become better writers.
President Obama's views on education are interesting, and he brings up very valid points about NCLB. One that I thought was most interesting was when he was talking about having a starting point and an ending point. I too agree that children should have a base level, and then production should be tracked from there. Standardized tests do not show the gains that students make unless they catch up and achieve what is considered normal.
Reading definitely helps writing. It is not even possible to write unless one knows how to read! I agree with Allyson that reading extends one’s vocabulary. Studies show that avid readers write better when compared to students who rarely read. I believe it is important to read from a variety of genres so one can be exposed to all styles and forms of writing. I love how President Obama discussed his reading and writing habits to personalize the speech. I’m impressed that he was able to read aloud all the Harry Potter books in 4 years!
I think President Obama’s position on NCLB and the impact this piece of legislation has had on the educational system is something that the majority of educators were glad to hear. Teachers do not want to “teach to the test,” but unfortunately, this is what happens in countless schools. I’m so glad that he supports Early Childhood Education and plans to invest more funds into the program. He clearly “did his research” and talked to teaching professionals because he recognizes the desire (and need) for more professional development. If President Obama is able to accomplish what he outlines as necessary changes to the educational system and NCLB, then I believe more children will learn, develop and grow; school will become a welcoming, learning environment filled with teachers who are free to bring their creativity to the classrooms; and students will spend more time learning instead of taking so many standardized tests. Does anyone know how many hours are spent taking standardized tests every year? All those hours could be spent actually teaching!
I like Barack Obama's views on NCLB. I like how he doesn't just say that he disagrees with and it and stops there, but he goes beyond that to talk about ways we can change things. His ideas he gives about keeping all children at the right level are very good. He emphasizes early childhood education, and more professional development and training for teachers. I think this will help students acheive more that just teaching to a test. When we spend all our time teaching to the test, the students get frustrated and end up not being able to do things like art or music, which as Obama says, can inspire them. I think that the education system is definitely going to start changing for the better.
I think that this video was very informative nad important for us to watch as future teachers. I think that Obamas position on reading and writing is extremely important. I feel that in order to be a goo writer you must spend a great deal rrading. So I feel it is extremely important to read to our students and our children to get them excited about reading and writing. I also really liked Obama's position on NCLB, he states that yes we do need to advance our school system and we do want our students to have the best schools, but at the same time cutting out art and music and other classes is not good for the students. We must keep all these classes open and integrate them into our curriculum so students can be excited about school.
I fully enjoyed watching this video because it answered many of the questions that I had about Barack's educational platforms. I think the President's stand on NCLB is one which many teachers sympathize. The frustration of "teaching to the test" can been seen in many classrooms and through discussion with teachers across the United States.
I love that Barack is an advocate for reading to your children, and can personally relate the important impact that reading has had on his own writing, as well as the benefits that it provides for his children. I also believe that Obama offers educators, parents, and children alike, hope for important reforms of the U.S. education system. Being a father with young children, I think he can best sympathize with what is going on is schools today and can identify with the changes that need to be made.
Whether you see yourself teaching Language Arts, the sciences, history, or math, writing will figure into the learning that students do in your classes. In this blog, you are invited to share your insights into the process and power of writing--for learning, for sharing, for growing, for celebrating life, for creating change, for making a difference. Enjoy!
I think that reading is instrumental to good writing. People of all ages, especially children should use reading as a tool to expand their vocabularies. I think that reading also shows readers the way to properly construct a good story, and depending on the story, the creativity of the author. Readers should be able to read a book and know what good writing is, and I think that reading does help people become better writers.
ReplyDeletePresident Obama's views on education are interesting, and he brings up very valid points about NCLB. One that I thought was most interesting was when he was talking about having a starting point and an ending point. I too agree that children should have a base level, and then production should be tracked from there. Standardized tests do not show the gains that students make unless they catch up and achieve what is considered normal.
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ReplyDeleteReading definitely helps writing. It is not even possible to write unless one knows how to read! I agree with Allyson that reading extends one’s vocabulary. Studies show that avid readers write better when compared to students who rarely read. I believe it is important to read from a variety of genres so one can be exposed to all styles and forms of writing. I love how President Obama discussed his reading and writing habits to personalize the speech. I’m impressed that he was able to read aloud all the Harry Potter books in 4 years!
ReplyDeleteI think President Obama’s position on NCLB and the impact this piece of legislation has had on the educational system is something that the majority of educators were glad to hear. Teachers do not want to “teach to the test,” but unfortunately, this is what happens in countless schools. I’m so glad that he supports Early Childhood Education and plans to invest more funds into the program. He clearly “did his research” and talked to teaching professionals because he recognizes the desire (and need) for more professional development. If President Obama is able to accomplish what he outlines as necessary changes to the educational system and NCLB, then I believe more children will learn, develop and grow; school will become a welcoming, learning environment filled with teachers who are free to bring their creativity to the classrooms; and students will spend more time learning instead of taking so many standardized tests. Does anyone know how many hours are spent taking standardized tests every year? All those hours could be spent actually teaching!
I like Barack Obama's views on NCLB. I like how he doesn't just say that he disagrees with and it and stops there, but he goes beyond that to talk about ways we can change things. His ideas he gives about keeping all children at the right level are very good. He emphasizes early childhood education, and more professional development and training for teachers. I think this will help students acheive more that just teaching to a test. When we spend all our time teaching to the test, the students get frustrated and end up not being able to do things like art or music, which as Obama says, can inspire them. I think that the education system is definitely going to start changing for the better.
ReplyDeleteI think that this video was very informative nad important for us to watch as future teachers. I think that Obamas position on reading and writing is extremely important. I feel that in order to be a goo writer you must spend a great deal rrading. So I feel it is extremely important to read to our students and our children to get them excited about reading and writing. I also really liked Obama's position on NCLB, he states that yes we do need to advance our school system and we do want our students to have the best schools, but at the same time cutting out art and music and other classes is not good for the students. We must keep all these classes open and integrate them into our curriculum so students can be excited about school.
ReplyDeleteI fully enjoyed watching this video because it answered many of the questions that I had about Barack's educational platforms. I think the President's stand on NCLB is one which many teachers sympathize. The frustration of "teaching to the test" can been seen in many classrooms and through discussion with teachers across the United States.
ReplyDeleteI love that Barack is an advocate for reading to your children, and can personally relate the important impact that reading has had on his own writing, as well as the benefits that it provides for his children. I also believe that Obama offers educators, parents, and children alike, hope for important reforms of the U.S. education system. Being a father with young children, I think he can best sympathize with what is going on is schools today and can identify with the changes that need to be made.