Elementary Student Teaching Part A –

elm598

(4 credits)

This course emphasizes the practical application of educational theories and methods. The course will focus on the following topics: the student teaching experience, the school culture, the learning environment, and planning, preparing, and implementing the Teacher Work Sample. The course also provides a forum for open discussion and problem solving based on student teaching classroom experiences.

This graduate-level course is 6 weeks. To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.

Topics and Objectives

The Student Teaching Experience
- Review the procedures, expectations, and requirements for student teaching
- Analyze stress management techniques and strategies
- Examine the importance of appropriate attire for the professional educator
- Examine expectations of the formal student teaching observation process
- Analyze the attributes of an effective cooperating teacher and student teacher relationship
- Review the components, process, and timeline of the Teacher Work Sample
Legal and Ethical Issues
- Examine state reporting requirements for school personnel.
- Examine copyright infringement as it applies to students and teachers.
- Examine legal and ethical issues related to technology use.
- Evaluate how the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affect teachers’ role in education and communication.
The School Culture
- Compare and contrast the cultures of various districts, schools, and classrooms
- Analyze the different demographics of schools and school districts
- Examine relationships within the school among teachers, colleagues, administrators, support staff, and students
- Develop techniques for collaborating with grade-level or subject-level teachers
- Describe various ways to create a team atmosphere within the school setting
Planning and Preparation
- Develop goals and objectives for the Teacher Work Sample instructional unit based on the teaching and learning context
- Justify selected learning goals and objectives based on teaching and learning contexts
- Examine various classroom arrangements and available resources
Preparing and Implementing Assessments
- Compare and contrast formative and summative assessments
- Evaluate the usability and applicability of a variety of assessment methods
- Design an assessment plan to monitor students’ progress
Instructional Design
- Compare and contrast different lesson plan formats
- Design standards-based lesson plans
- Demonstrate the use of differentiated instructional strategies
- Apply technology to the creation of instruction and instructional activities
The Learning Environment
- Compare and contrast various methods of classroom management
- Analyze the implications that contextual factors may have on learning and the learning climate
- Evaluate the aspects of the classroom environment that contribute to positive learning experiences
- Explore how brain-based research can contribute to building a positive learning climate
- Analyze strategies for remediation of disruptive and non-disruptive student behaviors
- Compare and contrast various classroom and school procedure

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Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.

Elementary Student Teaching Part A –

elm598

The Student Teaching Experience

Legal and Ethical Issues

The School Culture

Planning and Preparation

Preparing and Implementing Assessments

Instructional Design

The Learning Environment

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