…an introduction GRADES: --Individual Participation (100 points) -- Classwork Grade – Exit Slip (100 points) (GRADED FOR ACCURACY!)

 Whole Brain Teaching is method created by Chris Biffle.  This PowerPoint and activities are designed to introduced students to the method.

 What is Whole Brain Teaching?  A method of teaching that involves using physical gestures along with verbal communication to teach concepts.  Each student is assigned a partner.  One partner is labeled ONE.  The other partner is labeled TWO.  Each student receives a participation grade.  Each student is required to move, repeat, teach, listen, and review.

 The entire class is a team playing against the teacher!  The class earns points by following directions, having100% class participation, responding quickly/correctly, having high energy, etc.  The teacher earns points when you don’t follow directions, there isn’t 100% participation, the class is not responding quickly /correctly, there is low energy, students are disruptive, etc.  If the class wins (reaches the goal), a reward is granted. If the class loses, the teacher gets to take away the reward or worse!  When the class earns a point, the class says, “OH YEAH!”  Everyone one repeat, “OH YEAH!”  When I, the teacher, earn a point, the class says, “BOO!” (Give a thumbs down, if desired.)  Everyone one repeat, “BOO!”

TEACHERCLASS POINTS: GOALS: - Entire Exit Slip - No Free Time GOALS: - Shortened Exit Slip - Free Time Equal to Points Earned

 YOUR GOAL – Some of Exit Slip  TEACHER’S GOAL – All of Exit Slip

 One partner is labeled ONE; the other partner is labeled TWO.  When the teacher says, “CLASS,” you say, “YES,” using the same tone and noise level as the teacher.  When the teacher says, “MIRROR,” you hold up both hands and prepare to mimic the teacher’s gestures (motions).  When the teacher says, “REPEAT,” repeat what is said after each pause.  When the teacher claps his/her hands and says, “TEACH,” you clap your hands and say, “OKAY,” using the same tone and noise level as the teacher. You are also to mimic the teacher’s gestures.  At this time, you teach your partner whatever was just taught.  Your partner is to REPEAT what you taught using the same gestures.  You SWITCH roles for each concept.  When the teacher says, “EYES,” and points to his/her eyes, you are to get very quiet and pay close attention because you about to learn/hear something important.

 College students learning the method of Power Teaching by using the method.  YOU will do this shortly!

 Let’s use the method to learn the method!

* Decide ONES and TWOS. Teach the following instructions to your partner. Switch roles for each one.  (ONE) When the teacher says, “CLASS,” you say, “YES,” using the same tone and noise level.  Teacher GESTURE – Point to the teacher using your index finger.  Say(s) GESTURE – make a talking motion using your hand.  Class GESTURE - Point around the room using your index finger,  You Gesture – Point to your partner using your index finger.  Yes GESTURE – Nod your head up and down.  Tone GESTURE – Place both hands on your hips.  Noise GESTIRE - Cup your ear with your hand.

 (TWO) When the teacher says, “MIRROR,” you hold up both hands and prepare to mimic the gestures (motions).  Teacher GESTURE – Point to the teacher using your index finger.  Say(s) GESTURE – make a talking motion using your hand.  Mirror GESTURE – Hold both arms/hands up (shoulder height).  You Gesture – Point to your partner using your index finger.  Hands GESTURE – Shake both hands.  Gestures GESTURE – Wiggle your fingers on both hands.

 (ONE)  When the teacher says, “REPEAT,” you repeat what is said following each pause.  Teacher GESTURE – Point to the teacher using your index finger.  Say(s) GESTURE – make a talking motion using your hand.  Repeat GESTURE – Make a talking motion using both hands.  You GESTURE – Point to your partner using your index finger.  Said GESTURE – Make talking motion using one hand  Pause GESTURE – Raise your hand with your palm facing out.

 (TWO)  When the teacher claps his/her hands and says, “TEACH,” you clap your hands and say, “OKAY,” using the same tone and noise level. Also, mimic the gestures. Teacher GESTURE – Point to the teacher using your index finger. Claps GESTURE – Clap your hands once. Hands GESTURE – Shake both hands. Say(s) GESTURE – make a talking motion using your hand. Teach GESTURE – Point both index fingers in the air. You/Your GESTURE – Point to your partner using your index finger. Okay GESTURE – Give a thumbs up OR okay signal. Tone GESTURE – Place both hands on your hips. Noise GESTIRE - Cup your ear with your hand. Gestures GESTURE – Wiggle your fingers on both hands.

 (ONE)  At this time, you teach your partner the info using the gestures. Your partner is to REPEAT what you taught using the same gestures. You SWITCH roles for each concept. Teach Gesture – Point both index fingers in the air. Partner GESTURE – Point to yourself using your index finger. You/Your GESTURE – Point to your partner using your index finger. Gestures GESTURE – Wiggle your fingers on both hands. Repeat GESTURE – Make a talking motion using both hands. Taught GESTURE – Point both index fingers in the air. Switch GESTURE – Point left and right repeatedly using your index finger. Concept GESTURE – Point to you head using your index finger.

 (TWO)  When the teacher says, “EYES,” get quiet and pay close attention because he/she is about to teach/tell something important. the teacher GESTURE – Point to the teacher using your index finger. Say(s) GESTURE – make a talking motion using your hand. Eyes GESTURE – Point to your eyes using your index finger. Quiet GESTURE – Place your index finger over your mouth. Close Attention GESTURE – Place your hand above your eyes as if you are searching for something. Teach/Tell GESTURE – Point both index fingers in the air. Important GESTURE – Shake your index finger at your partner (with authority).

 Follow directions quickly! (gesture: make your hand shoot forward like a fish)  Raise your hand for permission to speak. (gesture: raise your hand, then pull it down next to your head and make a talking motion.)  Raise your hand for permission to leave your seat. (gesture: raise your and, and then make a little walking figure with your index and middle finger.)  Make smart choices! (gesture: tap one finger to your temple as you say each word.)  Keep your dear teacher happy! (gesture: hold up each thumb and index finger out like an “L” framing your face; bob your head back and forth with each word and smile really big!) *Be prepared to TEACH the information in this slide!.

Great Job! EXIT SLIP TIME 

Label a sheet of paper WBT Exit Slip. Answer ALL of the questions if your class lost. Answer three of the questions if your class won. 1. What is one think you like about Whole Brain Teaching? 2. What is one think you dislike about Whole Brain Teaching? 3. What is one think you learned about the Whole Brain Teaching method? 4. What are two words that describe the Whole Brain Teaching method? 5. What is one question you have about Whole Brain Teaching?