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Teacher Preparation. Rosa Hernandez and Nicole Yorgensen. Teacher Preparation. What is the best preparation for teachers? . -Various thoughts on how to best structure teacher preparation. -Clinically and field based experience are most agreed upon. -Reflection
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Teacher Preparation Rosa Hernandez and Nicole Yorgensen
Teacher Preparation • What is the best preparation for teachers? -Various thoughts on how to best structure teacher preparation. -Clinically and field based experience are most agreed upon. -Reflection -Collaboration with other professionals -Teaching self efficacy -Instructional Technology -Mindfulness -Classroom Management
Multi-level Learning Approach • Knowledge of Students • Classroom Management • Collaboration with other Professionals • Promotes Autonomy • Reflection • Positive Learning Environment • Organization
Clinical Experience • Workshops • Microteaching Clinics • Case Study Reviews • Instructional Technology • Field Involvement, Student Teaching • Supervisory Sessions
Collaborative Teaching • Collaborate with other professionals to exchange ideas and concepts. • Increase professional growth and development. • Strengthens Knowledge Construction
Knowledge of Students • Implement instructional methods that best cater to students. • Develop learning strategies that demonstrate student achievement and growth. • Take time to get to know your students!
Professional Attributes • Teachers should practice an assortment of different professional behaviors…. • Leadership: • Capacity Building:
Reflection • Reflection is a pivotal step to successful teacher performance. • Meaning Oriented Reflection • Tool for Understanding • Measure Growth and Achievement
Instructional Technology • Know how to use and implement into lessons! • Informative sessions to reduce fear and discomfort with use of instructional technology. • “Visual Scaffolds” that allow students to retain information and complex concepts.
Scaffolding Teaching and Learning • Teachers should implement learning activities that best cater to their students. • Mindfulness • Real-world applications • Self Efficacy
Diversity in Education • Preparation for a global world and community. • Ability to instruct diverse student populations. • Practice multicultural awareness!
Continuous Professional Learning • Teachers should always aim to further improve! • Clinical and Field Experience • Workshops and Seminars • Supervisory Sessions
Constructivism • All knowledge is constructed by the individual. • Learning happens through participation and one’s own version of the knowledge is constructed. • Knowledge is characterized by the student. • Helps students think critically and creatively.
John Dewey • “Grandfather of Constructivism” • Good teachers always aim to improve • Collaborative Learning • Authentic Tasks & Real World Experiences • Visual and Active Learning are Key • Encourage Higher Levels of Thinking amongst Students • Ask “Why” Questions
Dr. Lee Shulman • Notable Professor of Education and Psychology • Commonly refers to the work of Dewey • Pedagogical Content Knowledge as basis for teacher preparation • For additional knowledge and information on Dr. Shulman: http://insidetheacademy.asu.edu/video-summaries-lee-shulman
Jean Piaget • Theory of Cognitive Development: Four Stage Sequence • Development is the accumulation of learning • Constructivist Learning Ideology • Adaptation and organization guide intellectual growth and biological development.
