Modified block schedule

This was our 3rd week doing our new modified block schedule. So far, I have been very pleased with this schedule. I have really enjoyed the longer class periods and feel that most of my classes have been successful. I like how I am able to implement more hands- on learning and not run out of time in the middle of a lesson. In my daily living classes we have been able to complete cooking lessons from start to finish. I like that we are not rushed during this activity. In the years prior, the kids would start cooking, I would have to finish the project, and then they would enjoy the food the next day. It was not always very productive. In my academic classes, I generally try to implement station teaching. This has worked out really well. It keeps the kids going and they aren't stuck doing one activity for a long period of time. This also allows me to check progress on IEP goals as most of my stations are based on their IEP goals. My biggest struggle is preparing for these days. It takes a lot of time to get everything in place for each class. Now that I have done it for a few weeks, it is getting easier. I have enjoyed this type of schedule so far and am looking forward to the weeks to come.