Artifact 4

This artifact is from my EDCI 353 class. We spent approximately two months collecting data in the classroom in which we were student-teaching. While collecting this data, I composed an eight-day unit plan for an ELA kindergarten classroom. I had the opportunity to incorporate techniques and lessons I observed in the classroom during my field experience. 

This artifact impacted me as an instructor because this unit plan required so much from me. While excelling in six other classes, I earned a position at the top of my class. I did this, while logging over forty hours of student-teaching (over the course of two months), while also working every week. In doing all of this, I composed an eight-day unit plan implementing outstanding instructional techniques observed in my CI's classroom and learned throughout my current classes. I will most definitely be using these lessons and activities in my future classroom.

InTASC Standard 2: Learning Differences

The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.

CAEP Standard 1: Understanding and Addressing Each Child’s Developmental and Learning Needs

Candidates use their understanding of child growth and development, individual differences, and diverse families, cultures and communities to plan and implement inclusive learning environments that provide each child with equitable access to high quality learning experiences that engage and create learning opportunities for them to meet high standards. They work collaboratively with families to gain a holistic perspective on children’s strengths and needs and how to motivate their learning.