Speaking for the Faculty of the School of Education As a Whole, Thank You for Agreeing

January 14, 2004

Dear Teacher,

Speaking for the faculty of the School of Education as a whole, thank you for agreeing to work with a cadet education student from The Citadel. We believe that these “real-life” experiences are crucial for the preparation of our future teachers. These teacher candidates engage in a variety of incremental practicum experiences in which they progress from observations to actual classroom teaching. The expectations for this particular course are outlined on the Practicum Expectations Form (a “green” form) which the teacher candidate will share with you.

During this course, Education 306: Teaching Reading in Content Areas, Secondary Schools, the candidate will be required to complete a carefully outlined set of exercises, observations, and activities. Your cadet understands the responsibilities and requirements for the successful completion of the practicum. This particular course requires students to participate in 10 contact hoursof field experiences and is to be completedby April 15, 2004.

We appreciate your cooperation in working with this teacher candidate to meet the requirements for these field experiences. We realize that you have a busy schedule; therefore, please accept our sincere thank you for the extra time you are taking to work with us. We truly believe that the public schools will benefit as prospective teachers will be coming into their first teaching experience with more firsthand knowledge of life in a classroom. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call me at 953-5019 (my office) or at 953-5097 (School of education).

Sincerely

Stephenie M. Hewett, Ed.D.

Assistant Professor

PROCEDURES FOR FIELD EXPERIENCES

In completing the in-school practicum experiences for this course, you will be under the direction of Dr. Stephenie Hewett.

Initially, you will attend classes and begin the field experiences in Mid-January. The official forms distributed to you will eventually be retained in your permanent file when fully completed.

The steps listed below are to be followed when completing the practicum’s in-school, field experiences for EDUC 306: Teaching Reading in the Content Areas: Secondary Schools:

Obtain the appropriate forms from the professor.

You have choices for your field experiences:

1.Students are required to participate in a Field Experience for 10 hours. Students will be required to participate in 2 GEAR UP Academies. The Saturdays in the semester are January 10, January 24, February 13, February 28, March 12, March 20, and April 17 and the times are from 8:30 to 12:30AM. You will select 2 team members (group size of 3) based on certification area. You will be assigned a SC Standard for the assigned grade level (7th, 8th/9th, 10th/11th) to develop an objective for a lesson. The three of you will develop the lesson and present it on the Thursday class before the Academy.
A GEAR UP Saturday Academy consists of 3 classes. Each one of the group members will teach 1 of those classes with the lesson that the group developed. The other 2 group members will serve as facilitators. A facilitator monitors the room, distributes supplies, collects paper, answers questions, and helps students with individual problems. After each class, a discussion will occur between the teacher and facilitators and changes to the lesson, if necessary, will take place during the next class.
Students will present to the class the group's lesson plan for the Saturday Academy on the class day before the academy. The lesson plans will also be submitted to Dr. Hewett in writing that same day. Students are also responsible for keeping a journal of the teaching experiences during the field experience. The journal entries include the day, time, grade level of students, and a description of the activities. The journal should also include a self-assessment of the lesson that you presented. The self-assessment should not only critique the teacher presentation part, but the lesson plan itself as well as the student response to the lesson. Suggestions for improvement should also be included in the journal.

Students are required to attend 1 meeting of a professional organization, departmental meeting at a local school, and/or the friends of the library presentation of English writer's and scholars. Students are to write a reflection paper on what they learned from the attended professional meeting.
When you visit GEAR UP each time, show the cooperating teacher each of the following:
Letter to the Cooperating Teacher
Practicum Expectations Forms (the “green forms)
Procedures for Practicum Experiences (this sheet)
Practicum Registration Form (the “blue” form)
Cooperating Teacher Field Experience Evaluation Form (the “yellow” forms)

Return all forms to Dr. Hewett by April 15, 2004.

Complete all sections of the Practicum Registration Form (the “blue”

form) and obtain all the necessary signatures (cooperating teacher,

principal of the school or school contact person). Return the form to Dr.

Hewett by April 15, 2004. This form serves as an official record of

placement in a field experience for EDUC 306 Teaching Reading in the

Content Areas – Secondary Schools and MUST be returned.

Complete all of the field experience requirements. When you finish the

field experience requirements, be sure that you have completed all

activities on both sides of the Practicum Expectations Forms (the “green”

forms) and that the cooperating teacher has initialed and dated each

activity to indicate your completion. When returned to Dr. Hewett, this

form will be placed in your permanent file and will serve as a record of

each of your field experiences. All portions of the field experiences

must be completed to pass the course.

At the end of each practicum, you will be asked to complete a “Student

Evaluation of the Experience” Form (the “pink” form) on each experience.

Throughout the practicum experiences, you will be discussing your observations, reactions, and suggestions during class time. Dr. Hewett will be available during all GEAR UP activities.

Student’s Name: ______Semester/year: ______

PRACTICUM EXPECTATIONS FORM

EDUCATION 306: TEACHING READING IN CONTENT AREAS: SECONDARY SCHOOLS

LEVEL 2 Field Experiences

YOU ARE TO COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF THIS FORM AND RETURN IT TO DR. HEWETT BY April 15, 2004. THIS FORM WILL SERVE AS AN OFFICIAL RECORD OF YOUR COMPLETION OF THIS PRACTICUM. YOUR ASSIGNMENT TO A PRACTICUM SITE WILL BE MADE BY DR. HEWETT AND/OR YOU IN CONSULTATION WITH DR. TRUDY MORRIS, THE CITADEL’S FIELD EXPERIENCES DIRECTOR. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FIELD EXPERIENCES AT THE DESIGNATED SITE. ALL PORTIONS OF THE PRACTICUM MUST BE COMPLETED TO PASS THE COURSE.

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The purpose of the field experience for “Teaching Reading In Content Areas” is to provide you with opportunities to put knowledge into practice by assisting in cooperating teacher-directed instructional situations with individuals, small groups, and whole group instruction.

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Number of Practicum Hours Required: 10 hours

The information below provides a general outline of the kinds of experiences you should complete. Additional and more specific directions/assignments will be given to you by Dr. Hewett. You are required to complete 10 hours under the direction of a cooperating teacher in your content area. Dr. Hewett will work with you to schedule activities, if necessary, outside of the listed activities. Travel to and from your practicum site is not considered as part of the in-school contact time required.

Activities for EDUC 306 Field Experiences

Complete a minimum of ten (10) hours of the activities listed below. These activities are to occur at the practicum site. Your cooperating teacher should initial and date each activity as it is completed.

Initials/date

______1.Participate in GEAR UP Saturday Academies (5 hours each). The

purpose of these field experiences is to provide you with

opportunities to put knowledge into practice by providing you with

teaching practice which incorporates reading instruction.

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______2.Attend 1 professional meeting of a professional organization,

departmental meeting at a local school, and/or the friends of the

library presentation of English writer's and scholars. This

experience will allow you the opportunity to meet with and

hear/participate in discussions that specifically relate to educators.

This field experience will provide knowledge and insight into the field of education.

The Citadel

School of Education

Field Experiences and Clinical Practice

Evaluation Levels

Course: EDUC 306: Teaching Reading In Content Areas – Secondary Schools

Course Evaluation Levels: Levels 2 and 3

Course Professor: Stephenie M. Hewett, Ed.D.

Office phone: (843) 953-5019, E-mail:

Semester: Spring 2004

Candidate’s Name ______

School Assigned ______

Content/Grade ______

Cooperating Teacher ______

The Citadel

School of Education

EDUC 306: Teaching Reading in the Content Areas – Secondary Schools

Level 2 Experience Evaluation

TEACHER CANDIDATE: ______

Cooperating Teacher: ______

GEAR UP Evaluating Teacher: ______

Grade Level/Content: ______Semester: ______

Signature of Evaluating Teacher: ______Date: ______

Signature of Teacher Candidate: ______Date: ______

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Directions:Please complete this evaluation at the end of the teaching candidate’s field experience and review it with the candidate. At The Citadel, we view this as an important learning tool for our students and encourage a forthright evaluation. It is important that you discuss this evaluation with the intern. Please base your ratings on the overall performance of the candidate.

Rating Scale:

NA Not applicable for this performance evaluation

Poorly demonstrated for this performance dimension.
Demonstrated with assistance and prompting.
Demonstrated with average and acceptable performance.
Demonstrated in a competent manner.
Demonstrated in an exemplary manner.

Please discuss with and give this evaluation to the candidate for return to the course instructor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions Assessed

This future teacher candidate:

_____Articulates an understanding of the specific purposes of the field experience.

_____ Uses standard written and oral language skills.

_____ Shows respect for students and others in the classroom.

_____ Interacts sensitively and appropriately with students and school personnel.

_____ Demonstrates a positive attitude in all aspects of the practicum experience.

_____ Is punctual and prepared.

_____ Completes expectations on time and in a thorough manner.

_____ Is responsive to suggestions.

_____ Dresses and behaves in a professional manner.

_____ Appears genuinely interested in students ad the role of the teacher.

_____ Listens and follows instructions of the teacher.

_____ Uses effective interpersonal skills.

_____ Communicates effectively with students, teachers, and other involved individuals.

_____ Effectively assists with teacher assigned tasks.

Please use the back to provide additional explanations for any rating of 1. Please include any additional comments that would be helpful.

The Citadel

School of Education

EDUC 306: Teaching Reading in the Content Areas – Secondary Schools

Level 3 Experience Evaluation

TEACHER CANDIDATE: ______

Cooperating Teacher: ______

GEAR UP Evaluating Teacher: ______

Grade Level/Content: ______Semester: ______

Signature of Evaluating Teacher: ______Date: ______

Signature of Teacher Candidate: ______Date: ______

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Rating Scale:

NA Not applicable for this performance evaluation

Poorly demonstrated for this performance dimension.
Demonstrated with assistance and prompting.
Demonstrated with average and acceptable performance.

4.Demonstrated in a competent manner.

5.Demonstrated in an exemplary manner.

Please discuss with and give this evaluation to the candidate for return to the course instructor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions Assessed

This future teacher candidate:

_____Articulates an understanding of the specific purposes of the field experience.

_____ Uses standard written and oral language skills.

_____ Shows respect for students and others in the classroom.

_____ Interacts sensitively and appropriately with students and school personnel.

_____ Demonstrates a positive attitude in all aspects of the practicum experience.

_____ Is punctual and prepared.

_____ Completes expectations on time and in a thorough manner.

_____ Is responsive to suggestions.

_____ Dresses and behaves in a professional manner.

_____ Appears genuinely interested in students ad the role of the teacher.

_____ Listens and follows instructions of the teacher.

_____ Uses effective interpersonal skills.

_____ Communicates effectively with students, teachers, and other involved individuals.

_____ Effectively assists with teacher assigned tasks.

_____ Demonstrates an understanding of content knowledge.

_____ Demonstrates an understanding and application of pedagogical content

knowledge

_____ Demonstrates an ability to effectively plan a teaching lesson.

_____ Demonstrates effective strategies and methods of teaching.

_____ Demonstrates an understanding of the nature of teaching and learning in a

multicultural environment.

_____ Demonstrates effective use of technology.

_____ Possesses knowledge of self and the ability to participate in critical self-reflection.

_____ Relates effectively and sensitively to the diverse needs of all learners, indicating

high but realistic expectations for their success.

_____ Develops a positive and productive learning environment which results in

meaningful learning experiences for all students.

_____ Holds high standards for personal performance and benefits from constructive

criticism.

Please use the back to provide additional explanations for any rating of 1. Please include any additional comments that would be helpful.
Field Experience Evaluation Form

For

Education 306

Student Self-Evaluation of GEAR UP Activities

Teacher Education Candidate: ______

Course Number and Title: EDUC 306: Teaching Reading in Content Areas: Secondary

Schools

Professor:Dr. Stephenie HewettSemester: Spring 2004Date: ______

Cooperating Teacher: ______School: ______

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Directions to Candidate: Please provide an objective and honest self-evaluation of your practicum experience. We use this form to plan future experiences for students. Please return this form to your course professor for review. Thank you.

Rating Scale: (1) Never (2) Seldom (3) Sometimes (4) Almost Always

______1.The experiences with GEAR UP contributed to my understanding

of ways to meet students’ needs.

______2.The experiences with GEAR UP offered instructional opportunities

to work with individuals, small groups, and/or whole classes.

______3.The experiences with GEAR UP offered a variety of tasks which

are required of teachers.

______4.I would recommend that future students participate in the GEAR

UP activities. (Please write yes or no in the blank)

______5.My overall experience with GEAR UP and this field experience

receives this rating: (Please circle your response)

EXCELLENT VERY GOODFAIR AND ADEQUATE UNSATISFACTORY

Please use the space provided below or the back of this form to provide explanations for any rating of 1 or unsatisfactory. You may also include additional comments you believe would be helpful.

Field Experience Evaluation Form

For

Education 306

Student Self-Evaluation of Professional Organizations

Teacher Education Candidate: ______

Course Number and Title: EDUC 306: Teaching Reading in Content Areas: Secondary

Schools

Professor:Dr. Stephenie HewettSemester: Spring 2004Date: ______

Cooperating Teacher: ______School: ______

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Rating Scale: (1) Never (2) Seldom (3) Sometimes (4) Almost Always

______1.The Professional meeting contributed to my understanding

of my content area and/or the field of education in general.

______2.The meeting allowed me to participate/hear discussions that

directly related to my content are and/or the field of education.

______3.The meeting offered an opportunity to hear new and different

ideas concerning my subject area and/or education in general.

______4.I would recommend that future students participate in similar

activities. (Please write yes or no in the blank)

______5.My overall experience with this field experience

receives this rating: (Please circle your response)

EXCELLENT VERY GOODFAIR AND ADEQUATE UNSATISFACTORY

Please use the space provided below or the back of this form to provide explanations for any rating of 1 or unsatisfactory. You may also include additional comments you believe would be helpful.