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  • Mario Umana Academy
  • East Boston, MA
  • More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

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A key element in helping my students grasp all the nuances of English is pictures. It sounds silly, but the more images I can provide my students as we navigate the intricacies of English the the better they will grasp and excel at it. Along with providing images using a projector allows me to develop more interactive lessons for the whole class through various programs. It also allows me to get away from the board and provide more help for my students. One-on-one interaction as they are working is the ideal way for me to build connections and trust with my students and help them grow. Making it easier for them to grasp the key concepts and building that trust also reduces behavioral issues in the classroom. Behavioral issues are often due to students feeling lost and feeling like they just can't do it. By giving them more confidence we can reduce behavioral issues and increase their learning capacity.

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A key element in helping my students grasp all the nuances of English is pictures. It sounds silly, but the more images I can provide my students as we navigate the intricacies of English the the better they will grasp and excel at it. Along with providing images using a projector allows me to develop more interactive lessons for the whole class through various programs. It also allows me to get away from the board and provide more help for my students. One-on-one interaction as they are working is the ideal way for me to build connections and trust with my students and help them grow. Making it easier for them to grasp the key concepts and building that trust also reduces behavioral issues in the classroom. Behavioral issues are often due to students feeling lost and feeling like they just can't do it. By giving them more confidence we can reduce behavioral issues and increase their learning capacity.

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