Presentation/Assigment

1. Module 1: Complete Professional Pedagogical

1.What attracted you to the field of education?

I was first drawn to the field of education at a young age, as I had a love for working with children and helping them learn. As a teenager, I spent much of my free time babysitting and playing with children, and I was often asked to help out with homework and other educational tasks. I also had a cousin with autism and developmental delays, who was nine months younger than I am. This experience taught me a lot about the struggles families face when raising a child with special needs, and it fueled my passion for early childhood special education. I believe that education should be a holistic process. As a teacher, it is important to recognize each student’s individual strengths, weaknesses, and background history. It's also essential to understand the different intelligences and interests of each student, and to create a learning environment that is tailored to those needs.

My goal is to become an intentional and purposeful teacher, one who is knowledgeable and passionate about teaching, and who is able to provide students with a safe and supportive learning environment. I want to be able to help students learn and grow in a way that is meaningful to them, and to foster a sense of curiosity and creativity within them. I also strive to be a teacher who is able to support each student’s unique needs and to provide families with the necessary resources and guidance. I understand that this process will require a great deal of hard work and dedication. I am confident that, with the right support and guidance, I will be able to accomplish my goals and to make a positive impact on my students’ lives.

1. What is your teaching philosophy?

My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that every child is unique and should be treated as such. I believe that it is important to recognize the different strengths, weaknesses, interests, and backgrounds of each student, and to create a learning environment that caters to their individual needs. I also believe that it is important to create an environment that encourages students to explore and to be creative, and that allows them to take risks and to make mistakes. I am also a proponent of the theory of Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner. I believe that every student learns differently, and that it is important to provide them with a learning environment that takes into account all eight intelligences. I strive to create a classroom that is engaging and stimulating, and that allows students to learn through movement, role-play, music, and other hands-on activities. I also believe that it is important to create an environment that is supportive and respectful, and that allows students to feel safe and secure. I strive to create a learning environment that values each student’s individual perspectives and respects their diverse backgrounds. I also believe that it is important to foster a sense of community and collaboration among students, and to provide them with the necessary resources and guidance to reach their full potential.

1. What do you hope to accomplish by the end of the course?

I hope to accomplish a number of things by the end of this course. Primarily, I hope to gain a better understanding of the teaching profession, and to gain the necessary knowledge and experience to become a successful teacher. I want to learn how to create engaging and stimulating lesson plans, and to understand the different theories and strategies used in the classroom. I also want to understand the different roles and responsibilities of a teacher, and to learn how to best support my students and their families. I also hope to gain a better understanding of the different forms of assessment and evaluation, and to learn how to use them in a meaningful way. I want to understand how to use data to inform my instruction, and to learn how to develop meaningful and purposeful assessments. I also want to learn how to use technology and other resources to support my instruction, and to create an environment that values collaboration and exploration. Finally, I want to learn how to build relationships with my students and their families, and to create an environment that is supportive and welcoming. I want to understand how to foster a sense of community in my classroom, and to create an environment where students feel safe and respected.

1. What questions or concerns do you have about the course expectations/requirements?

One of my main concerns about this course is how the practicum hours and assignments will be completed. I want to understand what is expected of me in terms of completing the hours, and I want to make sure that I am meeting the necessary requirements. I also want to understand how the assignments will be graded and evaluated, and how I can best prepare for success. Another concern I have is the amount of time and effort that will be required to complete this course. I understand that teaching is a demanding profession, and I want to make sure that I am able to manage my time effectively and complete all the necessary tasks. I also want to understand the different expectations of the course, and to make sure that I am able to meet them.I am relatively new to the teaching profession, and I want to make sure that I am able to access the necessary resources and guidance to ensure my success. I want to make sure that I have access to the proper support, both in terms of educational and emotional support.

Module: 3 Professional Rationale

Strengths

As an educator, I have many strengths when it comes to teaching. One of my glows is the ability to have strong parental involvement. I enjoy collaborating with the parents, and  I can well and professionally lead the parent to how and why their child needs help, suggest and recommend how it will be better and without stress for their child. This way, I can create a stronger bond with the child and the parent and build a more robust support system for the child. My experience shows that it is an essential part of self-esteem and professionalism (Avallone, 2017). Teachers with high levels of self-efficacy tend to believe they can catch up with slow learners by using the proper techniques and encouraging them to work harder.  Self-efficacy is also related to problem-solving in the classroom. My other strength is teaching step-by-step instruction by working in small groups, which could be any subject (math, reading, writing, and art). Group projects can maximize the educational experience by demonstrating material while improving social and interpersonal skills.

 Refinement

 My area of refinement is classroom management and teaching students with behavior and social-emotional disorders. It gives me a tough time assessing those students because they need help to stay on task or sit still and listen or follow directions. To improve my ability to manage these students, I will need to focus on understanding their needs and developing strategies to address them (Avallone, 2017). I will need to learn more about assessing and handling students with behavior and social-emotional disorders effectively. 

Additionally, I will need to focus on building relationships with these students and providing them with additional support. This could be done through additional individualized instruction, small group instruction, and group activities. I need to learn more about how to effectively use positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies and provide appropriate consequences for misbehavior. I will need to focus on creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, is respectful, and encourages positive behavior. I will need to develop methods to ensure that all students are involved and engaged in learning (Ell Language portraits., 2023). Finally, I must focus on understanding how to create a compellingly safe learning environment for all students and create a culture of respect in the classroom.

 Impact on Student Achievement

In order to improve my area of refinement, I will need to focus on classroom management and how to properly assess and handle students with behavior and social-emotional disorders (Kanaan, 2019). Through this, I hope to help these students reach their full potential and be successful in the classroom. Additionally, by having strong parent involvement and teaching small groups, I can create a better learning environment for the students and help them better prepare for their future. By addressing cultural relevance and the issues of behavior and social-emotional disorders, I can provide the best possible education to my students.

 School Profile Impact on Cultural Relevance

The school report card provides essential information about the school environment, which can be used to assess the performance of the high-stake exams, as well as the demographics of the school (Lynch, 2018). By understanding the school's demographics and the student's performance on the high-stakes exams, I can better understand how to address cultural relevance in my teaching. For example, the report card will provide information on the percentage of English Language Learners students, which can help me develop strategies for teaching English Language Learners. Additionally, the report card allows me to understand the student's performance on the high stakes exams, which can help me identify areas of improvement that can be addressed through instruction (Weber & Cole, 2014). By understanding the student's performance on the high stakes exams, I can develop strategies for teaching and learning which will help the students succeed. Furthermore, by understanding the school's demographics and the student's performance on the high-stakes exams, I can better address the cultural relevance of my teaching and ensure that all students receive a quality education.

Conclusion

 In conclusion, a school report card is essential for understanding the students' performance and addressing cultural relevance in teaching. By understanding the students' performance on high-stakes exams, I can better understand how to manage cultural relevance in my education. Additionally, by having strong parental involvement and teaching small groups, I can create a better learning environment for the students and help them better prepare for their future. By understanding the student's performance on the high stakes exams, I can develop strategies for teaching and learning which will help the students succeed. Finally, by understanding the school's demographics and the student's performance on the high-stakes exams, I can better address the cultural relevance of my teaching and ensure that all students receive a quality education.

References

Avallone, A. (2017, September 8). I am getting to Know You: Learner Profiles for Personalization.  Education Week. https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-getting-to-know-you-learner-profiles-for-personalization/2017/09

All Language portraits. (2023).  ELL Language Portraits. Purdue English Language Learners Language Portraits. http://elllps.squarespace.com/work

Kanaan, R. (2019, February 15).  What Are Learner Profiles and Why Are They Important? KnowledgeWorks. https://knowledgeworks.org/resources/learner-profiles-what-why-how/

Lynch, M. (2018, April 25).  Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Learner Profiles - The Advocate. The Advocate. https://www.theedadvocate.org/heres-everything-need-know-learner-profiles/

Weber, K. B., & Cole, V. (2014).  Guidance Document - Lesson Plan Template - Accessing the Common Core for Students with Disabilities: Special Education: P-12 : NYSED. Www.p12.Nysed.gov. https://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/commoncore/guidance-commoncore-template.htm