"Noticing, a critical component of teaching expertise, has been overlooked and under-discussed. Teachers with a high level of noticing expertise promote student learning and engagement more effectively. Therefore, a better understanding of noticing is necessary for improving teaching and learning. This book defines the characteristics and components of teacher noticing and provides guidance for teachers seeking to go from good to great and become expert noticers. It sheds light on the skills, knowledge, and dispositions it takes to be an expert noticer. What is happening during those high-quality, in-the-moment adaptations in the lesson? The discipline of teacher noticing is a collection of techniques for preparing to notice in the moment and reflecting on recent instruction to refine for future teaching experiences. Understanding the following components of expert noticing will help answer this question: -Going from a novice to an expert noticer -Checking for understanding thinking -Anticipating studentthinking and being proactive and responsive -Scaffolding -Feedback -Advancing beyond the learning objective This book aims to help teachers adopt compassion toward their students, a different way of being present with them, and a different way of having more meaningful conversations that lead their students to successful learning experiences. Teaching this way can yield the deepest sense of fulfillment"--
How well do you notice your students?
Affirming students thinking and adapting the learning experience to support and advance their understanding is an act of both expertise and compassion. This is teacher noticing.
Does My Teacher Notice Me? emphasizes the often-overlooked skill of teacher noticing: observing or paying attention to students thinking and following up with appropriate actions to elevate or advance their learning experience or knowledge. By exploring the characteristics and components of expert teacher noticing, this hands-on resource provides guidance for educators seeking to elevate their teaching practice, enhance student engagement, and boost learning outcomes. Inside, you'll discover
- How to observe and respond to student needs in the moment
- Strategies for fostering meaningful conversations with students
- Learning intentions, success criteria, prompts, templates, and reflection questions that bring the content to life
- Tips for cultivating compassion in the classroom
Effectively noticing is a complex yet essential aspect of teaching expertise. Does My Teacher Notice Me? helps teachers puts students at the center of the learning process. Through this book, teachers will adopt a different way of being present with learners and discover new ways of having more meaningful conversations that lead to student success.
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"Every chapter and idea in this book inspired deep reflection on how well I truly see and understand each child in my classroom. Its a transformative read for any educator eager to grow and make meaningful impact." -- Esmeralda Arcos "Noticing is a critical skill that expert teachers use to make decisions that move learning forward. Tyler has explained and explored this concept in such as way that we can all develop our expert noticing skills to ensure that all students learn." -- Doug Fisher "In Does My Teacher Notice Me?, Gilbert offers both a structure for conceptualizing teacher noticing as well as practical applications for how to broaden our definition of assessment. For students to thrive in our classrooms, they need teachers who both notice their nuances and also constantly hone their noticing skills. This book provides teachers with a pathway to growing teacher noticing, with the ultimate goal of helping students feel seen in the classroom." -- Paul Emerich France "Does My Teacher Notice Me? is a transformative text that takes the practice of teaching and post-assessment of student learning into a continuous cycle of inquiry, involving teacher-student interactions and proactive educator decisions." -- Ashley Grabowski "This book masterfully unpacks a topic that educators often overlookhow we notice our studentsand challenges us to elevate this critical aspect of teaching. With many practical tools, helpful analogies, and insights grounded in current research, it strikes a perfect balance between reflecting on current practices and taking purposeful next steps. This book effectively links the art of noticing students to research-based teaching strategies, making it an invaluable resource for educators at all levels." -- Meghan M. Hargrave "Does My Teacher Notice Me? lays the foundation for educators who want to make a lasting impact on their students lives. Tyler gives us the tools to assist us in noticing that one-size-fits-all teaching approaches are rarely effective, and instead provides us with methods to ensure that each student learns in a way that resonates with them. This book is a great reminder for educators to stop, breathe, and focus on the little things. If you think back to your favorite childhood teacher, I am certain it will be someone who genuinely noticed you." -- Kelly Leonardo Silva "Tyler Gilberts book provides wonderful insights into the importance of interpersonal relationships and how compassion for our students is paramount. Acknowledging the challenges educators face while providing relevant guides for support makes this a powerful resource for anyone looking to enhance their teaching practice." -- Eric Vieira
Dedication
Author's Acknowledgements
About the Author
Note on the Research and Language
Introduction
Chapter 1: What is Teacher Noticing?
Chapter 2: Checking for thinking
Chapter 2.5: Creating a Village of Scholars
Chapter 3: Anticipate and Respond
Chapter 4: Scaffolding: Set the Bar High, Raise Students to It, and Fade Away
Chapter 5: Feedback
Chapter 6: To Infinity and Beyond
Chapter 7: Conclusion
Appendix: Bonus Content
References
Tyler Wayne Gilbert is an Instructional Coach for a large Central Valley of California district, an education consultant, and a San Diego State University doctoral student pursuing an Ed.D in Educational Leadership. He is dedicated to helping all learners feel seen, heard, valued, and, most importantly, noticed through research-backed practices and intentional instructional design. Tyler was a former elementary educator. He currently supports sites, leaders, individual teachers, professional learning communities, instructional leadership teams, and climate and culture teams. He is also a member of a personalized learning initiative. Tyler loves being an educator and aspires to share that passion with others.
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