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ELED 300: Concepts of Teaching | Pre-Assessment and Syllabus Introduction

In this class, we will explore teaching and learning concepts. The first class aims to get to know each other, identify goals and needs, and introduce the syllabus. We will also conduct pre-assessments to understand prior knowledge and experiences. Topics covered include developmental and individual characteristics, multiple intelligences, learning styles, and needs recognition. The use of technology, such as WebCT, will be incorporated. Join us to enhance your teaching skills!

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ELED 300: Concepts of Teaching | Pre-Assessment and Syllabus Introduction

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  1. Welcome toELED 300! Concepts of Teaching Dr. Greg Kniseley

  2. Goals for First Class • To get to know each other. • To explore who we are as learners. • To identify mutual goals, commitment, and needs for teaching and learning. • To introduce the syllabus.

  3. RIBTS 9.1 Pre-Assessment Purpose: Diagnostic; To confront prior knowledge, experience, and attitudes/beliefs about teaching and learning; to set goals for teaching and learning Types of Pre-Assessments • External Source: • Academic Record - Transcript • Internal Source: • Drawings and Writing • Questionnaire

  4. Academic Record Bring to Class #2 1. Copy of Letter of Admission into ELED Program 2. Transcript Highlight on your transcript the following: -GPA (Undergrads-2.5 or better) -Professional Courses - FNED 346 and Grade Earned - CEP 315 and Grade Earned If taken after Fall 2005, a grade of B- or better in FNED 346 is required.

  5. Nature of Learners • Developmental Characteristics (Emotional, Social, Cognitive, Physical) • Individual Characteristics (Temperament, Interests, Talents, Learning Differences) • Cultural Context

  6. Pre-AssessmentDrawing and Writing • To examine who you are as a learner. • To understand what you can know about your learners before you teach. • To understand perceptions how you can know about your learners before you teach.

  7. I am a LEARNER

  8. Recognizing Strengths and TalentsGardner’s Multiple Intelligences • Logical-Mathematical - Mathematician • Linguistic - Writer of Poetry, Plays, Novels • Musical - Musician, Listener of Music • Spatial - Architect, Chess Player, Map Reader • Bodily Kinesthetic - Dancer, Gymnast, Athlete • Interpersonal - Community Organizer, Politician • Intrapersonal - Counselor, Teacher, Writer • Naturalist - Scientist, Painter, Photographer

  9. Recognizing Learning Styles • Visual - Prefers to watch a demonstration, to view a chart, diagram, or photograph, or to read printed or electronic material • Auditory - Prefers to listen to audio-media or to hear a person speak • Kinesthetic - Prefers to handle and manipulate materials • Multi-sensory - Prefers a combination of the visual, auditory, kinesthetic

  10. Recognizing Needs Do you learn more successfully by . . . • Working Alone • Working Together (social interactive)

  11. Recognizing Needs Do you learn more successfully ... • During the morning • During the afternoon • During the evening

  12. Recognizing Needs • Working Alone or Together ? • Individual or Cooperative, or Competitive Structures? • In Quiet Area or Areas With Sounds? • With Food and Drink or Without Food and Drink? • Multi-Tasking or One Thing at a Time ? • Morning or Afternoon or Evening ? • Limited Choice or Lots of Choice ? • Electronic or Printed Materials ? • External Rewards System or Internal Reward System • Colorful, Stimulating Environment or Environment Lacking Distractions • Assessed with Paper and Pencil Exams or Projects

  13. Components • Assignments • Readings - Text and Web-based • Course Requirements • Class Meetings at RIC • Direct Instruction and Presentation of Models, Strategies • Unit and Lesson Planning; Reflection • Evaluation (Exams) • Observations • Schedule with Graduate Assistant • Reports • Working with Children • Unit and lesson Planning • Team Meetings • Reflections on Teaching and Learning

  14. Syllabus • Required Reading • Requirements and Due Dates • Course Schedule • WebCT and I>clickers • Required Materials

  15. Benefits of WebCT Encourages instructor’s and students’ use of instructional technology - Submit assignments electronically - Word, Excel, PowerPoint - Digital photography Creates an electronic community of learners - Mail and Discussion - Class Photos Provides central location for information - Syllabus - Class Handouts and URLs - Assignments

  16. Required Materials • Access to Internet • Hardware: Computer, Printer • Software: Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader • Peripherals: i<Clicker, Digital Camera, Scanner, USB Drive • Timer (e.g., Kitchen, Cell Phone) • Chart Paper, Markers, Project Display Board

  17. Questionnaire • To share with your instructor contact information, academic record, experience, questions, concerns, and needs • To practice using WebCT Assignments

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