8/1/2006 AKF
ITL SEMINAR SYLLABUS
EDUC-E200a and EDUC E200b
Ann Koufman-Frederick, Ph. D.
Sessions meet on various Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 27th, 5-7pm, at 51 Brattle St, Rm 219
Session 1: September 27, 2006
Orientation
Introductions
Examine ITL Student Handbook, and practicum and seminar requirements
Directions for Pre - practicum plan and schedule
Explore ITL website, ensure login to the discussion area
Plan reading facilitation schedule
Introduction to
Session 2: October 11, 2006
Teaching Expertise and the Common Core of Professional Knowledge
Share Pre-prac plans and schedules
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
ITL blogspot
First draft Pre-prac plan and schedule
Readings
- ITL Student Handbook
- John Adams’ Promise pp. iv-21 and 51-61
- The Skillful Teacher, Ch 1. and Ch. 19-20
- Teaching for Understanding with Technology, Ch. 8-9
Session 3: October 25, 2006
Lesson and Unit Planning
Share Pre-pracs
Analyze ITL Practicum Seminar in CCDT
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
2 Pre-pracs, with reports completed and posted on blog
Readings
- Instructional Practices, Ch. 1-2
- The Skillful Teacher, Ch. 14-15
Session 4: November 8, 2006
Curriculum Design and Assessment
Share Pre-pracs
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators:______
Assignments:
2 Pre-pracs, with reports completed and posted on blog
Readings
- Instructional Practices, Ch. 6
- The Skillful Teacher, Ch. 16-18
PEASE NOTE—
Nov. 11 Students take MTEL if haven’t completed this requirement.
Nov. 15-16 MassCUE. Students encouraged to attend MassCUE Conference for pre-prac hours.
Session 5: November 29, 2006
Classroom Management
Share Pre-pracs (MassCUE)
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
2 Pre-pracs, with reports completed and posted on blog
Readings
-Instructional Practices, Ch. 3
-The Skillful Teacher, Ch. 2-7
Session 6: December 13, 2006
Differentiating Instruction
Share Pre-pracs
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
Remaining Pre-pracs, with reports completed and posted on blog
Readings
-Instructional Practices, Ch. 4, 5
-The Skillful Teacher, Ch. 8-10
Session 7: January 3, 2007
Motivation and Expectations
Investigate GMOTT
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
Complete and post Pre-prac Summary Report
Readings
-Instructional Practices, Ch. 7
-The Skillful Teacher, Ch. 11-13
Session 8: January 17, 2007
What’s My Job?
Guest ITS speakers
Electronic Portfolio Development and Schedule
Assignments:
Technology Self-Assessment
Complete paperwork for first Practicum
Readings
-Mission Possible, Ch. 22, “Evaluating an Internship”, pp. 175-181
-National Educational Technology Standards for Students
-Massachusetts Recommended Instructional Technology Standards [download from:
ITL SEMINAR SYLLABUS
EDUC-E200a and EDUC E200b
Ann Koufman-Frederick, Ph. D.
Sessions meet on various Wednesdays, beginning Janaury 17, 5-7pm, at 51 Brattle St, Rm 219
Session 9: February 7, 2007
Orientation to 2nd semester
Technology Standards, Teacher Supervision & Evaluation
Orientation to E-Portfolio, Interviews, DOE practicum forms
Understanding the Supervision & Evaluation process
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
Domain registration for E-Portfolio
Readings
-Teacher Evaluation that Works: Sample End-of-Year Report, by William Ribas et al, [reading packet]
-TEW/DOE Principles of Effective Teaching, by William Ribas et al, [reading packet]
-John Adams’ Promise, Essay 3 “Teacher Evaluation – A Case Study in Focus on Teaching Expertise” pp. 117- 161, by Jon Saphier
-National Educational Technology Standards for Students (continued)
-Massachusetts Recommended Instructional Technology Standards (continued)
Session 10: February 28, 2007
Leadership and the Role of the Principal
Share Practicum and Principal Interview insights
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
E-Portfolio
- Home page
- Report of the candidate’s pre-practicum experiences.
- Unit Plan (published CCDT) incorporating Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, Teaching for Understanding, and accommodations for special needs students.
Principal Interview & Report
Readings
- Mission Possible, “Lessons for a New Principal”, pp. 182-188, by Wallis Raemer
- John Adams’ Promise, Essay 1 “Leadership for Strong Organizational
Culture”, pp. 22-41, by Jon Saphier
- Teaching: A Career, A Profession Ch. 12 ‘The Principal as Instructional Leader” by Irwin Blumer [reading packet]
Session 11
March 14, 2007 - Managing Technology
Share Practicum and Technology Director Interview insights
Discuss readings – Reading Facilitators: ______
Assignments:
E-Portfolio continued
Tech Director Interview & Report
Readings
-A Tech Coordinator’s Roadmap for the Information Highway, by Shelly Chaimberlain [reading packet]
-Find and read your school district AUP, bring copies of it to this Session
Session 12: April 11, 2007
Electronic Portfolio Development
Share Practicum and Library Media Interview insights
Show E-Portfolios
Assignments:
Library Media Specialist Interview & Report
E-Portfolio continued
-Current Resume
Reading: The Technology Fix, Parts 1 & 2
Session 13: April 25, 2007
Electronic Portfolio Development
E-Portfolio Demonstration and consultation with Web Designer/ITS
Assignments:
E-Portfolio continued
-Personal Statement on Instructional Technology
-Lesson Plans (example from student teaching) incorporating Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, Teaching for Understanding, and accommodations for special needs students.
Reading: The Technology Fix, Parts 3 & 4
Session 14: May 9, 2007
What Are We Up Against?
The Technology Fix
Assignments:
E-Portfolio continued
- Candidate’s final projects in each ITL course.
- A video with accompanying text of the candidate teaching, including critical reflection about the lesson in the video. (highly recommended)
- Evidence of the professional development intervention provided to teachers or administrators during the student teaching practicum.
Reading: The Technology Fix, Part 5
Session 15: May 23, 2007
E-Portfolio Exhibition & Celebration
Presentation of E-Portfolios
Assignments:
E-Portfolio completed
Final reflection paper posted on website and print copy brought to class
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