Welcome to GSU Pre-Professional Block (PPB) Orientation

1. 0 Welcome to GSU Pre-Professional Block (PPB) Orientation

2. 0 Pre-Professional Block (PPB) What is it? • Three courses • Fifty hour practicum • Successful completion required for admission to Teacher Education Program (TEP)

3. 0 Pre-Professional Block (PPB) How does it work? • Alternate days • No course credit • TEP admission prerequisite • Directed observation and participation

4. 0 Pre-Professional Block (PPB) How does it work? • Placement within 60-mile radius of GSU • 50 hours, 2 days per week for 8-1/2 weeks • Evaluated as satisfactory, low satisfactory, unsatisfactory by CS and US

5. 0 Field Times • Times listed in packet indicate times you are to be present at school • Sections A & B: 8:00-11:00 a.m., T & Th • Section C : 8:00-11:00 a.m., M & W • Sections E & F: 12:00-3:00 p.m., T & Th • Section G: 8:00-10:50 a.m., Fri

6. 0 Pre-Professional Block (PPB) What do you need? • Two copies of Information Packet • Nametag • Professional Liability Insurance (more later) • Taskstream (more later) • A GREAT Attitude!!!

7. 0 Purpose of PPB Practicum • Provide realistic picture of the workings of a school • Encourage observation, reflection and critical thinking skills • Serve a “gatekeeping” function for TEP program

8. 0 Important Dates (p. 8) • TEP Application due: January 18 • Taskstream deadline: February 3 • Placements posted: February 4 • Field placement begins: February 11 or 12 • Field placement ends: April 14, 15, 21 or 22 • Journal entries due: April 23 • Capstone presentations: April 28 – May 1

9. 0 Who’s Who and What Do They Do? • Student: That’s you! Be professional! • Clinical Supervisor (CS): K-12 teacher • Clinical Associate (CA): Liaison • University Supervisor (US): GSU faculty • PPB Coordinator: Dr. Marlynn Griffin • PPB Graduate Assistant: Laura deMaille

10. 0 Required Assignments • Observation Activities (see page 12) • Journal Writing (see page 15) • Meetings: Orientation I, II, III ( see page 8) • Purchase Taskstream (see page 11) • Capstone (see page 22) • Other Assignments made by US or CS

11. 0 TEP Admissions • Discussed in detail at Orientation II • Page 17 of Information packet • Satisfactory evaluation on PPB rubrics, pass PPB classes, GPA and GACE I requirements

12. 0 Attendance Policy • Daily attendance is MANDATORY • One unexcused absence can result in FAILURE • Excused absences REQUIRE documentation provided to US and CS • Missed hours must be made up for practicum credit

13. 0 Professionalism • PPB students are expected to demonstrate professionalism in their • Dress • Behavior • Observation and Participation • Consideration of the Clinical Supervisor and his or her responsibilities • Student Professionalism will be evaluated by the CS and US

14. 0 Dress in a Professional Manner • Name badges must be worn at all times • Comply with your school’s dress code • Follow your teacher’s preference • Dress PROFESSIONALLY, not SLOPPILY or PROVOCATIVELY

15. 0 Looks to Avoid Too Low Too Low Too Short, Too Low

16. 0 Looks to Avoid Too Sheer Too Tight , Too Short TOO TIGHT!!!

17. 0 Looks to Avoid Too Casual

18. 0 Looks to Avoid Really, not a good look for anyone….COVER your cleavage (top and bottom), tattoos, thong, etc.

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20. 0 Shoes to Avoid

21. 0 General Guidelines for Dress • Belts must be worn buckled and pants not allowed to sag • Apparel with suggestive lettering or pictures is not allowed • No items (clothing or otherwise) which refer to alcohol, drugs, or tobacco • Tattoos and body piercings (other than traditional earrings for women) must be covered or removed

22. 0 General Guidelines for Dress • NO: • Jeans • T-shirts • Overalls • Skorts • Flip-flops • Hats • Head scarves • Sweat bands • Tank-tops • See-through clothing • Bare midriff • Bare backs • Halters • Tube tops • Strapless attire • Swim wear • Sleep wear

23. 0 Suggested Attire Men and Women • Clothing should be neat and professional • Clothing should portray you as an adult, an aspiring teacher

24. 0 Suggested Attire for Men • Dress slacks, short or long sleeve dress shirts, ties, sport jacket, khaki pants • Some schools will allow polo-type shirts • All shirts should be tucked in and paired with a belt • Dress shoes, topsiders, loafers • Health and P.E. majors may wear athletic shoes and appropriate athletic attire (use CS as a model)

25. 0 Suggested Attire for Women • Tops should not be tight or low-cut • Some schools do not allow open-toed or backless shoes • Skirts, dresses, slacks, suits, khaki pants, dress pants, blouses, sweater sets • Shirts should be tucked in unless designed to be worn out • Dresses and skirts should be worn at or below the knee

26. 0 Suggested Attire for Women • Dress or casual shoes with low to moderate heels • Health and P.E. majors may wear athletic shoes and appropriate athletic attire (use CS as a model)

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28. 0 Suggested Attire

29. 0 Appropriate Shoes for Women

30. 0 Appropriate Shoes for Men

31. 0 Behave Professionally • Arrive early • Sign in • Represent the teaching profession • Be a responsible adult role model • Remember that student learning is your primary concern

32. 0 Behave Professionally • No gum, food, drink, cell phones in classroom • No cell phones in the classroom • No tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or related items • Students have a right to privacy • Don’t talk about them in public • Use photos ONLY for professional purposes; do NOT post online

33. 0 Behave Professionally • Use professional spoken and written language • No swearing or sexual talk, writing, or photos • Avoid slang such as “freakin’,” “sucks,” and “screwed” • Substitute more professional terms such as “miserable” or “treated unfairly”

34. 0 Internet BLOG Sites Social networking sites should represent high personal and professional standards. These sites are PUBLIC and may be viewed by school personnel and students. If school personnel find your postings to be unprofessional, they can request your removal from their school. This request will be honored immediately and a new PPB placement will be identified in the following semester.

35. 0 Observe and Participate • Be attentive and respectful • Learn as much as you can • Think about what you are observing • Limit any writing in class to brief notes • Students in your class will be aware of your attitude; be sure it is respectful and considerate at ALL times

36. 0 In the Classroom, Do NOT • Sleep • Work on other school work • Talk to other GSU students • Talk on your cell phone • Eat, drink or chew gum • Engage in any other disruptive behavior

37. 0 Be Considerate of Your CS • Check with your CS as early as possible for any guidelines • Enter and leave the classroom as quietly as possible • If you must be late or absent, notify the CS at the earliest possible moment • Be sure to consult with CS in advance about ideas you have for activities or treats • If you have to drop PPB, notify CS and PPB Office

38. 0 Capstone Experience • 5-7 minute oral presentation • Will be scheduled by US • Must present evidence of advanced preparation as specified by US • Detailed requirements provided on page 22 of PPB Information Packet

39. 0 Performance Evaluation • Oral and written communication assessed for informational purposes • Professionalism assessed by US and CS and is basis for whether or not you pass the PPB Practicum • More detail and scoring rubrics provided on pages 27 – 36 of PPB Information Packet • Used for admission to Teacher Education Program