1. Amanda Whittemore [email protected]
November 28, 2010
EEX 3241
Service-Learning in a Deaf classroom
2. 231 Rinehart Road
Lake Mary, Florida 32746
(407) 871-8150
The Crystal Lake Elementary community willuphold an enthusiastic
learning community where teachers and students are dedicated and
motivated to work beyond what they believe can be
achieved.
3. Mrs. Bocceciamps classroom
10 students (grades ranging from 3rd-5th )
The students are considered to have disabilities based on the
I.D.E.A
All students have varying levels of deafness (Profound, Moderate,
Hard-of-Hearing)
Students ethnic/linguistic backgrounds:
Spanish, English
4. Engagement Activities
I went to the classroom once a week for a few hours each time. I
went a total of 6 days.
The main service-learning activities that I was involved with was
tutoring/mentoring in the following areas:
Math
Reading
5. Math Tutoring
I worked one-on-one with the students and also in small
groups.
Helped students with math worksheets
ESE strategy for multiplication: using pictures
For example: 3x2=6
ESE strategy for adding/subtracting: using blocks
For example: 2+1=3
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X
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6. Reading/Spelling Tutoring
In addition to tutoring in math, I also helped the students with
reading and spelling.
Worked with small groups reading stories
ESE strategies: reading aloud, going over definitions of unfamiliar
words, using sign language
7. Service in Action
Unfortunately I was not able to take pictures of my
service-learning because of the classroom rules. In order to take
pictures with the students I would have to contact all the parents
and go through lots of permission forms.
8. Perceptions of Differences
Initial thoughts
Thoughts now
Most impactful experiences
9. Connections to Your Course
I completed the Community Connections service-learning project for
EEX 3241. All of these connections I made while in the classroom
will help me in my future classroom.
Reciprocal Teaching (RT) (Ch 6;pg 174; 4th edition)
Teach students to self-evaluate (Ch 4; pg 126; 4th edition)
Independent Practice (Ch 4; pg 124; 4th edition)
10. Civic Engagement
I have always been an advocate for civic engagement and
volunteerism. I feel that it is our duty as citizens to help those
in need.
I would most definitely encourage other students and teachers to
participate in service-learning. It is a wonderful
experience.
11. Final Thoughts
I think that service-learning is a wonderful experience. I for one
had a fantastic time helping the students in the Deaf classroom I
volunteered in. It motivated me to become more involved in many
different volunteering opportunities. I will recruit all my friends
and family as well
