Ashley Murphy

@Namaraledu A4: Dissections in anatomy. Prosthetic arm in biomechanics. They’re things students know about and look forward to all year. Perfect for when they’re otherwise wanting to check out for summer. #RIHPD

Q4: Share one of your most engaging activities. Something the students always look forward to doing. #RIHPD

@Namaraledu A3: If the whole class is off-task or not engaged, changing direction entirely can be helpful. If it’s just a student or two then a quick “hey” or “whatcha working on” can usually redirect. Sometimes taking a walk refocuses when they get back as well #RIHPD

Q3: What's your preferred method of redirecting students who are off-task or disengaged? #RIHPD

@Namaraledu A2: It can be hard when students lack internal motivation, but I try to find some way to connect what we’re learning to their personal interests by getting to know them #RIHPD

@Namaraledu A1: One motivator is by showing students that staying focused now means student choice or no homework later. Real world applications are also a huge motivator. They want to learn about things they know they can use outside the classroom. #RIHPD

@Namaraledu A5: I think any time you can get students working hands on and collaborating it makes it more fun! Labs and real world connection projects let them do that, as well as see how things are really used outside the classroom #RIHPD

Q5: What are some of your favorite alternatives to traditional assessments in the classroom? #RIHPD

@Namaraledu A2: I think (formal) assessments make many students nervous because they see them as an obstacle. I try to reframe them by reminding students they know this stuff and it’s their chance to show off. #RIHPD

Way to go, girls!! Love to see it.

Proud of these guys and their coach @MikeMichels!