The way that they are approach have to be different. Girls seem to feel more comfortable in a more peaceful environment where they can do work but also get to socialize a bit more. Boys tend to like the competition, they like a bit more noise, specially if its a competition where bragging about who will "get it right" is their main concern.They both need to structure and procedure, but both like different approaches when working.
Agreed. Boys are super engaged when in competition. Girls enjoy competition too but I find that a lot of times many girls will choose NOT to compete. They'll sit back and let the more assertive girls run things. I find that girls respond really well to praise. Sometimes I'll ask them to do something and say that the reward for whoever finishes first/fastest gets a special clap.
Thank you for sharing you observation. It is really a SCARY observation that many of the girls choose not to compete especially if this applies to several of their classes as well. It is worrisome to think that they intentionally hold themselves back. Maybe we should work on ways (like you came up with to better draw them out.)
Since my girls classes tend to be quieter and because they work well in groups, I find that they need less monitoring on structure. What the girls need, are more checks for understanding (informal assessment). The boys need swift transitions and collaborative structures that insure equity so that all voices are heard.
Boys tend to need a more structured approach and become quite engaged in timed assignments and competitions. Also, they tend to need more guidance and supervision to ensure all roles and assignments are done correctly. Girls, on the other hand, tend to multi-task more efficiently. They still need structured lessons and group roles. They tend no to outperform boys in competitions and timed assignments. In addition, girls tend to be more empathic and shine in debates and group discussions.
Boys need the work to be delivered in chunks. My girls on the other hand I have found like me to give them all the instructions all together. They both need structure, however, I try to keep in mind their interests in mind when delivering the lesson.
For 6th grade both genders need breaks but boys need more often and more prompting. So about every 15 minutes I show a short video clip to help transition between activities. Also with boys I try to clear up space in the room when moving is required, where for girl the movement is much more free.
The way that they are approach have to be different. Girls seem to feel more comfortable in a more peaceful environment where they can do work but also get to socialize a bit more. Boys tend to like the competition, they like a bit more noise, specially if its a competition where bragging about who will "get it right" is their main concern.They both need to structure and procedure, but both like different approaches when working.
ReplyDeleteGreat point! Do you think we do enough competitions Mr. Ramos in our classrooms? Any ideas of some competitions you do that you would like to share?
DeleteAgreed. Boys are super engaged when in competition. Girls enjoy competition too but I find that a lot of times many girls will choose NOT to compete. They'll sit back and let the more assertive girls run things. I find that girls respond really well to praise. Sometimes I'll ask them to do something and say that the reward for whoever finishes first/fastest gets a special clap.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing you observation. It is really a SCARY observation that many of the girls choose not to compete especially if this applies to several of their classes as well. It is worrisome to think that they intentionally hold themselves back. Maybe we should work on ways (like you came up with to better draw them out.)
DeleteBoth respond well to competitions. Boys display lots of energy.
ReplyDeleteHow do you channel that energy...and use it in your class?
DeleteSince my girls classes tend to be quieter and because they work well in groups, I find that they need less monitoring on structure. What the girls need, are more checks for understanding (informal assessment). The boys need swift transitions and collaborative structures that insure equity so that all voices are heard.
ReplyDeleteI like your idea of swift transitions and collaborative structures. What are some collaborative structures that you use?
DeleteBoys tend to need a more structured approach and become quite engaged in timed assignments and competitions. Also, they tend to need more guidance and supervision to ensure all roles and assignments are done correctly. Girls, on the other hand, tend to multi-task more efficiently. They still need structured lessons and group roles. They tend no to outperform boys in competitions and timed assignments. In addition, girls tend to be more empathic and shine in debates and group discussions.
ReplyDeleteHow do you think we could get boys to be more empathetic, debate and participate in group discussions?
DeleteBoys need the work to be delivered in chunks. My girls on the other hand I have found like me to give them all the instructions all together. They both need structure, however, I try to keep in mind their interests in mind when delivering the lesson.
ReplyDeleteFor 6th grade both genders need breaks but boys need more often and more prompting. So about every 15 minutes I show a short video clip to help transition between activities. Also with boys I try to clear up space in the room when moving is required, where for girl the movement is much more free.
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