Mr. Weber
7th Grade Homeroom
Middle School Math
Middle School Math
My Vision:
As a seasoned mathematics teacher, I have learned a tremendous amount from the variety of students and neighborhoods that I have had the joy to teach in. My experiences have taught me that the relationships I establish with all of my students is vital towards their improvement. I have also learned that a sense of humor and creativity in my instruction and the students learning alleviates the stresses involved in new or challenging learning. I set high expectations for all my students on an individual level and will support them as much as necessary. I urge all of my students to take advantage of my time before school as much as necessary, to gain clarity or get extra support on any struggles they are having.
As a seasoned mathematics teacher, I have learned a tremendous amount from the variety of students and neighborhoods that I have had the joy to teach in. My experiences have taught me that the relationships I establish with all of my students is vital towards their improvement. I have also learned that a sense of humor and creativity in my instruction and the students learning alleviates the stresses involved in new or challenging learning. I set high expectations for all my students on an individual level and will support them as much as necessary. I urge all of my students to take advantage of my time before school as much as necessary, to gain clarity or get extra support on any struggles they are having.
- Mistakes are expected in my class and being confused from time to time is also okay! That being said, recognizing mistakes and learning from them is the most valuable tool of learning in my class. Every quiz/test will have a component of corrections where they can earn up to half points back with the proper work shown and an explanation of mistakes/confusion.
- Practice is also essential towards mastery in anything we do in life. With regards to this class, I assign homework every night but my homework should never take longer than 20-30 minutes max. Please make a concerted effort to try to complete your homework on a nightly basis.
- As a teacher, it is essential for me know how my students are doing on a weekly basis. As such, I typically provide one assessment (quiz/test) per week and always reflect on what I can do differently or reteach and provide the students a chance to reflect as well.
- Cooperative learning is also the core of my instruction. I provide the students a chance on a daily basis to work in groups collaboratively and expect them to act accordingly. We will have the students perform a variety of projects and activities throughout the year in order to express their learning/understanding.