MushroomMushroom

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Dawn Sells Dawn Sells

Management

Mushroom ManagementMushroom ManagementSummarySummary

1. Put them in the dark- The students identify a problem, and they are prepared to solve it.

2. Feed them manure- The students begin to explore while the teacher creates a situation and helps guide the students to understand it.

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3. Stand back and watch them grow- After the information has been gathered the teacher guides the students to work in groups to present the knowledge they have gained.

4. Chop off their heads and ship them- the students present their work, create their own conclusions, and assess their own learning.

Applications of Mushroom Applications of Mushroom Management in the ClassroomManagement in the Classroom

Put them in the dark~ Teacher lets the students explore with various 3d geometric shapes.

Feed them Manure~ teacher explains to the students the different names of the shapes, and explains that the students will work in groups to create a geometric city with the 3d shapes.

Stand back and watch them grow~ students work in groups to create a geometric city using manipulatives.

Chop off their heads and ship them~ using the paint program the students will duplicate their cities.

ReflectionReflection

the mushroom management process is the mushroom management process is a useful metaphor in mapping out a lesson. a useful metaphor in mapping out a lesson. this process can be universally used this process can be universally used throughout various grades.throughout various grades.

Applications of Mushroom Applications of Mushroom Management in the ClassroomManagement in the Classroom

Put them in the dark~ Trainer explains how to

create a PowerPoint presentation to Trainees

Feed them Manure~ Trainees follow along on their

computers experiencing using PowerPoint tools

Stand back and watch them grow~ Trainees create their own PowerPoint presentation

Chop off their heads and ship them~ Trainees present their PowerPoint project

ReflectionReflection

Educators in different disciplines work together to understand how important it is for today’s students to feel comfortable with technology and provide a good example for students by utilizing technologyas a resource in the classroom.

ReferencesReferences

“A Collaborative, Problem-Centered Approach to Learning about Technology Using Technology”(http://webct.nau.edu/1047_NAU00_ETC_547_801_5559/mushroom.htm)