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Lesson Title: Smell. Go. Let us know!
Date of Class: October 25, 2016
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Joseph L.
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Kellie
Module: Emergency Preparedness
How Many Learners: 11
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): goodSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 5
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 33
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Joseph facilitated a document search using the recent article pertaining to the gas leak and explosion in downtown Portland recently. Learners seemed to know about it and helped each other with meaning of terms such as “explosion” by miming with their hands and making explosion noises. Joseph had students write down short and long/complex sentences about gas and what to do in a natural gas event. Students worked together. As there were several higher-level learners, everyone got through very long sentences. Class concluded with a round robin which included smelling a very stinky piece of sulfur.Lesson Title: Tornadoes hit the coast!
Date of Class: 10/18/16
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Patrik M.
DJ: Maureen R.
Assistants: Tanya
Module: Emergency Preparedness
How Many Learners: 10
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): great!Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 4
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 7
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 8
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 37
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
In place of the usual Yell & Spell, Patrik mixed it up with having the learners yell out the letters in their names quickly while students wrote them down. Patrik and Tanya dictated sentences having to do with the recent storms that hit the Oregon coast, other natural events such as lightning storms, hurricanes and tornadoes. The class repeated questions Round Robin style such as “Have you ever seen a tornado?” We learned about the different storms students have witnessed and were surprised by how many said that they had never seen lightning (they probably have :) ). Students got silly when answering questions about items in Patrik’s Emergency Kit such as a biohazard bag–they said yes to things that they probably have never used and made up stories to accompany their answers. The energy and camaraderie of the class was great!
Lesson Title: Are you from Oregon?
Date of Class: 9/28/16
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Patrik M
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Julia K
Module: Oregon Geography
How Many Learners: 5
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc):Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 2
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 7
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 5
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 7
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 5Total Score: 31
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
I (Maureen) showed up even though I wasn’t scheduled to be there and no one else was there, so I texted Ramin to find out what was going on just as Patrik walked in and started the class. Even though the class was a little rocky at first, it was very intimate and conversational. Patrik dictated sentences that he grabbed from the personal chatter going on and we practiced dialogues having to do with where we’ve been in Oregon and what places we like visiting. A new student with physical challenges came to class, was tentative and extremely shy and low level. By the end of class, he was smiling and joking. The students were extremely helpful with each other.Lesson Title: Off the Map
Date of Class: 9/14/16
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Cheryl/Katie Z’s Dress Rehearsal
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Barbara
Module: Maps and Addresses
How Many Learners: 3
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): fineSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 4
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 4
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 3
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 4
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 27
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
KATIE’S DRESS REHEARSAL! Ta~da!!
Alphabet Point & Yell and Spell were great. Katie dictated the name of the lesson while learners wrote. She had everyone move to the giant map on the floor after removing their shoes. Learners located towns, cities and rivers by physically moving to where they were on the map. K conducted a Round Robin asking questions such as: “Have you ever been to Redmond?” K told learners where to go and by what route while learners followed directions. Class concluded with students writing dictated sentences pertaining to the size and population of counties in Oregon.Lesson Title: Baking tips for tasty cookies
Date of Class: 9/ 8/16
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Cheryl S.
DJ: Maureen R.
Assistants: Amy
Module: Your Favorite Recipe
How Many Learners: 6
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): :)Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 35
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Cheryl S. MCed the class using the module~Your Favorite Recipe. She facilitated Alphabet Point, Yell and Spell and used a baking-themed word cloud for the document search. Learners wrote sentences having to do with preparing cookie dough ingredients. She then stated a round-robin where she passed ingredients such as chocolate chips and baking powder around the class. We then mimed actions such as stirring and measuring for learners to mimic. Class concluded with a high-energy game of “Make the Word!” using lettered tiles. Fun, collaborative, small class with cookies!Lesson Title: Sports in the great Outdoors
Date of Class: July 26, 2016
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 6_7:30
MC: Alex V
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Linda
Module: Summertime Fun
How Many Learners: 6
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): We need more loyalty cards!Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 7
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 7
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 39
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
This was Alex’s second silent class. He conducted the entire alphabet point using sign language which the learners responded to very well and with interest. Alex signed his name to start off the Yell and Spell and I took over the rest of that segment as well as all of the sentence dictation. Alex mimed summer activities such as rollerblading and fishing while I said the words. We also showed the class pictures from children’s books showing people berry picking, picnicking and other summertime activities. Alex, Linda and I all lead a Simon Says-type activity where learners replicated our movements as we mimed: fishing, berry picking, rollerblading, riding a bike, and rafting.Lesson Title: Homelessness in Portland
Date of Class: July 19, 2016
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 6-7:30
MC: Alex V
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Linda
Module: Summer Fun
How Many Learners: 6
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): We need more loyalty cards! :)Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 5
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 35
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
This was Alex’s silent class as he is close to finishing his certification. Maureen was DJ and voice of Alex. We dictated sentences about Portland’s homeless population including information regarding the Street Roots newspaper. We passed around a xeroxed copy of the front of a Street Roots newspaper. Learners did a Seek and Find with a word cloud Alex photocopied based on homelessness and words surrounding the homeless crisis. Alex played a song “Brother Can you Spare a Dime” by George Michael before and after students were given the lyrics to follow.Lesson Title: Over the River and Through the Woods
Date of Class: July 19, 2016
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Trey
DJ: Maureen
Assistants: Cheryl and Linda
Module: Summertime Fun
How Many Learners: 7
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): We need more loyalty cards!!! :)Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 5
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 35
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Module was “Summertime Fun.” Trey went through alphabet Point and Yell and Spell. He then dictated a list of supplies one would take camping including insect repellent, water bottles and a tent. he dictated instructions for setting up a tent and had students physically set up a tent in the center of the room. Class concluded with marshmallow eating.Lesson Title: E-I-E-I-O
Date of Class: July 7, 2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Janet G
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Cheryl, Hannah
Module: Social & Health Issues/Nutrition
How Many Learners: 10
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): great!Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 5
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 7
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 5Total Score: 34
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
MC Janet passed out free newspapers dedicated to farmer’s Markets in Portland for Seek and Find,” passed round produce she brought in preceded by dialogue between us which was mimicked by learners Round-Robin style. We stood in a circle and sung “Old MacDonald Had a Farm” where students each chose an animal to add to Old MacDonald’s farm–goats, chickens, lions and tigers…Class concluded with writing the words for each animal and finding more words on a xeroxed sheet.
Lesson Title: Local Flora
Date of Class: June 6, 2016
Day of Class: Wednesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Ivy W.
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Barbara
Module: Local Flora
How Many Learners: 7
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): goodSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 7
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 7
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 7Total Score: 38
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Alphabet Point and Yell and Spell went smoothly. Ivy dictated several sentences about plant qualities and local trees. She then passed around ferns, flowers, Douglas Fir needles and pine cones and had learners tell each other what they were Round Robin style. She passed out Seek and Find sheets so students could recognize and find words such as “Conifer,” “plant” and “cone.” She divided the class in half and created a competition where each group of students had to find more specific names of plants, trees and flowers native to the Willamette Valley. Learners were very competitive and they exhibited a lot of energy.Lesson Title: “Yes, we have no bananas”
Date of Class: June 30,2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Joseph L
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Trey
Module: In season fruits and veggies
How Many Learners: 7
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc):Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 32
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
After completing Alphabet Listen and Point and Yell and Spell, Joseph had the learners create a shopping list of fruits and vegetables they might buy at a store such as strawberries, carrots and potatoes. A few learners were confused about the pluralization of strawberries vs. lettuce. Joseph explained. Joseph facilitated a round robin dialogue: “Can you help me find…?” going through various foods. The class commenced with students figuring out the price per pound of items such as bananas and cherries after circulating a photo of a farmer’s market from a library book.Lesson Title: “How to Play a Game”
Date of Class: June 21, 2016
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Joseph L
DJ: Maureen R
Assistants: Julia Kulak
Module: Games
How Many Learners: 6
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc): need new loyalty cardsSelf Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 34
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Alphabet point went fine. Yell and Spell was fine except one new student struggled a little with both spelling and pronunciation. Joseph introduced the lesson which included phrases such as “It’s your turn,” and “You won!” He dumped out tiles and explained the rules of a domino game. Most of the learners got the hang of the game for the most part, but much assistance was needed. Students helped each other out a lot by telling them where to place their domino tiles and showing them when new tiles needed to be drawn from the “bone pile.” Some students were quite competitive and a few really didn’t catch on to the rules but seemed to have fun and communicate throughout. The class was fun and interactive.
Lesson Title: A Very Merry Berry Lesson and the Library
Date of Class: June 2, 2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 2-3:30 pm
MC: Liz M.
DJ: Maureen R.
Assistants: Whiley
Module: Nutrition/In Season Fruits
How Many Learners: 11
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc):Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 7
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 5
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 5
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 9Total Score: 38
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Ready, Alphabet Listen and Point and Yell and Spell went well. When title of today’s lesson–“A Very Merry Berry Lesson at the Library” was introduced, students found the rhyming quality amusing. A few were confused about the word VERY having only one “R.” Liz dictated directions for making a smoothie while students wrote them down. Then students repeated these commands per Liz’s direction while I executed them with ingredients for smoothies. We enjoyed our smoothies as it was a hot day. Round Robin–“Do you eat berries?” followed by passing around sheets of paper with the different parts of a berry drawn on them. Spanish-speaking learner explained that in Spanish, the word for “bone” is the same as the word for “pit” yet in English, they are different. Class went very well and people were still actively engaging with each other when class was over.Lesson Title: “Can You Hear me Now?”
Date of Class: May 10, 2016
Day of Class: Tuesday
Time of Class: 12-1:30
MC: Patrik
DJ: Maureen
Assistants:
Module: Mobile Phone etiquette
How Many Learners: 14
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc):Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 4
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 4
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 7
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 5
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 32
What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):
Patrik facilitated Alphabet Listen and Point, Yell and Spell, sentence dictation which included specific regarding phone messages. We modeled a round robin about “What is your network?” and “Do you like your cell phone carrier?” We modeled with our actual phones. Class participation and energy was high.Lesson Title: Strawberry Fields Forever
Date of Class: 6/9/2016
Day of Class: Thursday
Time of Class: 2-3:30
MC: Joseph L
DJ: Maureen
Assistants: 0
Module: Cherries & Berries
How Many Learners: 9
Materials Status (loyalty cards, alphabet sheets, etc):Self Evaluation
Preparation: Forgot to Show Up (1) vs. Every Hair In Place (10) = 6
Technique: Completely Incompetent (1) vs. Flawless Delivery (10) = 6
Engagement: Snoring Loudly (1) vs. Absolutely Riveted (10) = 6
Connection: Open Hostility (1) vs. Kumbayah (10) = 6
Poise: Charlie Brown (1) vs. Prince (10) = 6
Reflection: “It was ok.” (1) vs. Life-changing Epiphany (10) = 6Total Score: 36
Joseph facilitated alphabet listen and point and yell and spell. He dictated: “Today’s Lesson is called: Strawberry Fields Forever. He then scattered a bag of dominoes all over the table to the delight of the students. He asked the learners to pick only the 5’s, etc and make their own “stash.” They were very competitive. The next sentence dictation matched the activity; for example: Simon, Iryna and Anastasiia picked the most. The lesson may have been lost on many of the learners, but a few asked us about the poverty line. Joseph showed a video of “Strawberry
Fields Forever” and we greeted a brand-new student.What happened (as short or as long as you like, but be specific):