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EDPRAC 621B

EDPRAC 621B. April/May 2012. Introductions. Bridgit Williams Debora Lee Barbara Watson Student Liaison Practicum AT Liaison Co-ordinator

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EDPRAC 621B

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  1. EDPRAC 621B April/May 2012

  2. Introductions Bridgit Williams Debora Lee Barbara Watson Student Liaison Practicum AT Liaison Co-ordinator Laurice Joicey Practicum Administrator Contact details in Practicum handbooks

  3. Whakatauki: Whakatepea te ko, kia kotahi We are in this together

  4. EDPRAC 621Conceptualising Practice • This is the second part of a two part practicum • (Part A was 3 weeks and Part B is 4 weeks) • This practicum has a focus on • competent communication • Building and maintaining relationships • Understanding the EC context • Integrating theory, research and practice

  5. EDPRAC 621 B 23 April - 18 May • four week practicum • first formally assessed practicum • full time students started January 2012 • three written reflections per week • working towards a professional goal (flexi students only) • triadic assessment

  6. A diverse group • All are graduates with a range of degrees • Mature students with a wide range of life experiences • Diverse cultural and language backgrounds • A range of ECE experience • Students may have completed EDPRAC 621 A in ‘home’ centre • Students encouraged to bring ‘who they are’ to the practicum

  7. Please ensure you know whether your student is studying as a face to face student or as a flexible student as the expectations on this practicum are slightly different for each of these groups.

  8. Please note: • For those of you who have supported University of Auckland Graduate Diploma students previously there has been a change in expectations for face to face students. • Face to face students present a ‘learning window’ at the end of their final practicum and it is a requirement that during his practicum they identify an area of interest for this (rather than a practice goal as for flexi students) • It is not necessary for you to have an in-depth understanding of the learning window process. • Details are on pp. 8-10 of the handbook

  9. Preparation • Students are well briefed on the expectations of practicum and should be clear about these • Student are expected to be familiar with the handbook and have completed the required tasks (preparing a profile, developing a professional goal – flexis only) • The students have access to a wide range of support mechanisms • As adult learners they are expected to take responsibility for their own learning

  10. AT Preparation • Read the practicum handbook and be familiar with the practicum expectations • Have available relevant resources (key policies, centre philosophy etc.) • Plan time to get to know the student • Consider sharing key information about yourself • Remember to contact Barbara or Debora if you need clarification

  11. Course Work • Students are engaged in studies in: • Early Years Curriculum • Learning Theories • The Arts • Te Ao Māori Students are expected to make links between their course work and practicum experiences See Pgs 6-7 of handbook

  12. Possible Outcomes • Pass - learning achieved for all learning outcomes, if any LOs are not met the practicum result is a fail • Fail - not all LOs met • Provisional pass (dependent on subsequent passing of language course or assessment) all LOs must be met (apart from concern about language). A provisional pass must be confirmed withBarbara Backshall • This practicum is a critical one in determining the student’s progress towards graduation. Please be in touch early if you have any concerns regarding their ability to successfully meet the learning outcomes.

  13. Role of Associate Teacher Provide opportunities for students to: • refine practical experience by engaging with children, teachers and families • construct new learning, knowledge and understanding • try out ideas and theories to test and modify them in practice • work towards an agreed professional goal (if applicable)

  14. Role of Associate Teacher • Discuss student responsibilities and participation/contributions • Induct student into centre’s policies and programme • Observe student’s teaching with reference to the learning outcomes • Provide support, encouragement and challenge • Provide regular, specific verbal and written feedback • Model and discuss own assessment, planning, teaching, evaluating and reflecting processes and practice • Monitor student’s progress carefully • Discuss any concerns with student and university supervisor as soon as they arise • contribute to the triadic assessment process • complete weekly reports and final report. Return final report to practicum office See handbook (pp. 22-24) for student and US responsibilities

  15. The triadic relationship The relationship between the student, the Associate Teacher and the University Supervisor is designed to facilitate the student successfully completing practicum. Clear and open communication between all parties will ensure the optimum learning environment for the student A DVD on the triadic process is available on request from the practicum office

  16. Documentation • Portfolio evidencing learning outcomes, including links to GTSs and ‘Fit to be a teacher Criteria’ • Three reflections per week (e-mailed to US and using a range of models. See handbook pp. 18-20) • Appropriate permissions sought for observations and assessments • Ensure student is aware of centre’s cybersafety policy and expectations around use of photographs

  17. Feedback • Give constructive feedback both verbally and in weekly written report • Be specific about what the student is doing well and suggest next steps for them to consider in the ‘future directions’ section of report • Discuss verbally the written feedback • Provide suggestions about issues in their practice that it might be useful for the student to write reflections on

  18. If you have concerns • Address them to the student teacher in the first instance and as soon as possible both verbally and in writing • Contact the university supervisor. They will support you as appropriate • Feel free to contact me for support. 623 8899 xtn 48225 or bs.watson @auckland.ac.nz

  19. If a student is struggling • ensure they have received specific feedback about their practice and how they might improve • make the University Supervisor will be aware of the • issue • ensure that the weekly and final reports will refer to • the concerns • an extended practicum may be negotiated in order • for them to successfully meet the learning outcomes

  20. Associate Teacher Symposium 16 June • This is a fabulous professional learning opportunity designed especially for Associate Teachers. • Lorraine Manuela and Margaret May are the keynote speakers and a wide range of workshops and discussion forums will be available • Only $20 for the day • Register now:http://www.education.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/associate‑teachers‑symposium

  21. Support for Associate Teachers • Web Site • Associate Teacher Handbook and meetings • Practicum handbooks • University Supervisor • AT liaison (bs.watson@auckland.ac.nz) • Practicum Coordinator (d.lee@auckland.ac.nz) • Triadic DVD • Combined Associate Teacher Symposium (16 June at Unitec)

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