PMP324: How Do I Learn Subject Areas Not My Own? Listener Questions with Jen Schwanke

This week, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke are tackling some listener questions. The question they are covering this week is: “Do you have any tips on becoming well versed in becoming knowledgeable about content areas other than my own and scheduling classroom observations?” Jen’s Ideas: Ask questions Admit what you don’t know Ask, “This looks like it’s working. Is my view accurate?”  (coming from a place of positivity) intentionality Making yourself a student of the thing  🙂 Getting multiple perspectives Come from a place of positivity Get feedback from other sources (data! Student experience! Parent feedback!) Comfort zones– get out! Set the standard and stick to it Will’s Ideas: Think more about what makes good teaching and learning Examples: Clear focus for learning, student engagement, teacher transitions, checking for understanding, reteaching when needed, variety of assessments, collaboration with others Ask for understanding from the subject area teacher Be clear on appropriate learning standards as a guideline Ask students what they are learning National SAM Innovation Project Now It’s Your Turn: What are some ways that you would answer this week’s listener question? What are some takeaways you have from the episode? The post PMP324: How Do I Learn Subject Areas Not My Own? Listener Questions with Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.