Instructional Practice
Instructional Practice
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My Strengths:
My Strengths:
Assessment
Assessment
My time as a student teacher has highlighted both my strengths and areas for growth related to assessment. Some of my strengths in this area are balancing the use of formative and summative assessment, Using multiple types of assessment processes to support, verify, and document learning, and assessing student data independently and with colleagues. A few examples, My mentor teacher and I discuss our observations and assessment data related to letter names and sound recognition. We share strategies that have been successful in the classrooms and we brainstorm new approaches to support struggling students. I also, employ formative assessments, such as quizzes, discussions, and peer evaluations, to monitor student progress and provide timely feedback for instructional adjustments. I use quizzes, and projects, and have students self-evaluate themselves or each other. This helps ensure nobody gets left behind and that each student gets the support they need to succeed.
Planning for Instruction
Planning for Instruction
My time as a student teacher has highlighted both my strengths and areas for growth related to planning for instruction. Some of my strengths in this area are accessing resources and collaborating with others to support student learning, adjusting plans based on assessment information and learner responses, and understanding content and content standards. When things don't go as expected, I'm quick to change my plans based on how students are doing. I understand what students need to learn and how to organize lessons to teach them well. I've been able to organize and structure my lessons effectively to align with learning objectives and outcomes. I'm excited to keep improving these skills and make learning even better for my students.
Instructional Strategies
Instructional Strategies
My time as a student teacher has highlighted both my strengths and areas for growth related to instructional strategies. Some of my strengths in this area are using a variety of instructional strategies to support and expand learners’ communication, asking questions to stimulate discussion that serves different purposes, and providing multiple models and representations of concepts and skills. I often use fun games and activities to encourage them to talk and express themselves. I've also gotten good at asking questions that get them thinking and talking about different topics. For instance, during reading, I ask open-ended questions that spark their imagination and lead to interesting discussions. Additionally, I've learned to show concepts in many different ways, like using pictures, songs, or hands-on activities to help them understand. When teaching numbers, I use counting songs, visual aids, and even physical objects like blocks to make sure every child grasps the concept.
Formative Assessment
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Professional Growth:
Professional Growth:
Assessment
Assessment
My time as a student teacher has highlighted both my strengths and areas for growth related to assessment. I excel in balancing the use of formative and summative assessment, Using multiple types of assessment processes to support, verify, and document learning, and assessing student data independently and with colleagues. However, I recognize there are areas for growth particularly in finding appropriate ways to employ technology to support assessment practices. I aim to learn how to use digital tools to engage learners more fully and to better assess and address their needs because technology can provide real-time feedback and more personalized learning experiences.
Planning for Instruction
Planning for Instruction
My time as a student teacher has highlighted both my strengths and areas for growth related to planning for instruction. I excel in accessing resources and collaborating with others to support student learning, adjusting plans based on assessment information and learner responses, and understanding content and content standards. For example, I often work with colleagues to share ideas and resources, and I frequently modify my lesson plans based on how well students grasp the material. However, I recognize there are areas for growth, such as integrating cross-disciplinary skills in instruction to engage learners purposefully in applying content knowledge. This is important because it helps students make connections between different subjects and apply what they learn in meaningful ways.
Instructional Strategies
Instructional Strategies
My time as a student teacher has highlighted both my strengths and areas for growth related to instructional strategies. I excel in using a variety of instructional strategies to support and expand learners’ communication, asking questions to stimulate discussion that serves different purposes, and providing multiple models and representations of concepts and skills. However, I recognize there are areas for growth, such as using a range of learning skills and technology tools to access, interpret, evaluate, and apply information. This is important because Integrating technology into teaching not only facilitates access to information but also cultivates crucial digital literacy skills essential for students' future success. Embracing these tools will empower students to navigate the increasingly digital landscape with confidence, ensuring they are well-prepared for academic and professional pursuits.
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