Here is a copy of the powerpoint presentation that I showed at Back To School Night for our 6th Grade Gemara for the 2014-2015 school year.
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Back to school night 2014 2015 Rabbi Fein
1. Rabbi Yoni Fein
All 6th Grade Gemara classes
6th Grade daily Tefilah
6-2 Parsha
Email: yfein@moriahschool.org
Generally will respond pretty quickly via email
More about me and my teaching philosophy-
Check out my sites:
Bit.ly/jonahfein
Bit.ly/feintutoring
2. Clear expectations and open lines of
communication
Respect for Torah, classmates, our
classroom and school building & teachers
While grades count, focus is on the learning
and not on the grades
Personalized Instruction/ Blended Learning
Accountability, responsibility, OWN IT!
5. We establish 廬 廣廩/ 廬廣廩 as a group.
Instead of rules we have laws of behavior.
Empowering Students
Ask 3 Before Me
Group Leaders
Genius Bar for Tech Help
The Learning Goal (TLG)- put on the board
everyday so students know what they are
achieving each day.
Goal is to establish a positive & enjoyable
learning atmosphere
No front or back of room
6. Understanding 廬廨 廩廣 廚 , its origin,
structure, meaning, and role in our lives
today
Animated Talmud Videos
Blendspace.com- Blended learning
See Sample: http://blnds.co/1ltkN7H
Mission: To lay the proper foundation to
begin learning the text of Mishna & Gemara.
To learn HOW to learn
7. Pre-Sukkot: Focus on the associated with the
holidays, understanding class procedures and blended
learning concept
Post Sukkot: Students will delve into the history of 廬廨
廩廣 廚 in a comprehensive, engaging, and meaningful
way and master the methodology to learning Mishna
Post-Winter Break: Mishna 4 Life- New original
curriculum that takes students through all of Shas learning
Mishna while exploring themes and practical life lessons
from the text
Post-Pesach: In depth introduction to Gemara learning.
Understanding the layout/structure of Gemara,
fundamental concepts & vocab, and top it off with exciting
Create-Your-Own-Gemara project
8. Shout Outs- Key vocabulary that students
come across in their learning of a text. Bi-weekly
assessments on shout outs.
Quizlet.com : fantastic tool for learning and
retaining vocab
Lessons in Mishna revolve around a specific
text so students have exposure to all types
of texts and concepts in .廬廨 廩廣 廚
9. Haiku- Post files, assignments, due dates, and updates for
students and parents. Many assessments are graded
instantaneously for immediate feedback
ClassDojo: System for students to monitor their
classroom behavior in detail.
Chromebooks: When the students receive their devices,
we will begin utilizing a variety of web-based apps that will
enhance learning and collaboration
Blendspace: Allows students to progress at their own
pace and have access to personalized instruction
Flipped Classroom: Students will watch videos for
homework that teach basic concepts necessary to work on
projects in class the following day.
10. " 廣廨 廣 廚 廨" )廩 :(
- Optimal education requires an
understanding of each students
individual needs and skill set. I look
forward to partnering with you and
welcome you to email me at any time
to discuss ways to enhance your
childs learning.