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[quote=Anonymous]Not disagreeing with any PPs, because I am a long time LT-area resident and understand where the frustrations are coming from (although I wish they could be conveyed with more sensitivity and kindness).

I have visited upper classes at LT. I thought the teachers were top-rate and students were eager.

However, I was wondering something.... I was struck by how much time and attention was given to modeling good behavior ("Class, we are about to do x. Let me show you exactly how we will do it. You will take this x and gently place it here. No throwing, no horseplaying, etc.) The instruction seemed to last longer than the activity. The class was very attentive but communication was primarily one way (teacher to students). Note, my visit was mid-year (enough time to review behavior modeling many times).

When I visited some other schools (mainly charters), I didn't see the same amount of behavior modeling and there was more debate/discussion in the upper grade classes I saw (teachers sparking discussion b/ students).

For those of you who have visited LT, am I correct in my observation? It was a short visit so I may be off base. Just want another take on it. Thanks.  [/quote]

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