Reflective Essay: Individual Learning Plan

RWR CoEL Candidate Dispositions

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1. Ethical and Legal Conduct - I demonstrate professionalism as outlined by legal and ethical guidelines within the profession.

I demonstrate professional behavior as described in Walden’s Code of Conduct.

I am familiar with and demonstrate ethical behavior as described by professional codes of ethics.

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2. Professional Obligations – I meet professional obligations in a responsible manner.

I am punctual and communicate in advance the need for any absence or delay in meeting expectations.

I am prepared for my professional obligations and meet my deadlines.

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3. Professional Appearance and Demeanor – I demonstrate professional appearance and behaviors in the educational setting.

I maintain professional dress and grooming.

I approach teaching and learning tasks with initiative, confidence, and energy.

I exhibit composure and self-control.

I demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances and student needs.

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4. Professional Development/Growth – I engage in ongoing professional development and growth to improve professional practice.

I engage in continuous learning through participation in professional development opportunities.

I apply new ideas to professional practice based on existing data, reflection, and intellectual curiosity.

I engage in ongoing critical reflection of personal performance to improve professional practice.

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5. Advocacy – I advocate for fairness, equity, and social change in the learning environment.

I display empathy, fairness, persistence, problem-solving skills, and appropriate risk-taking actions on behalf of others.

I advocate for the social, emotional, physical, educational, behavioral, and basic needs of others.

I promote positive social change to enhance educational opportunities and promote student learning.

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6. Equity – I demonstrate culturally responsive practices to create an inclusive learning environment that is respectful of diverse cultures, values, and beliefs of others.

I display equitable treatment of others by setting high expectations for all learners, treating others with respect and dignity, and recognizing individual differences in teaching and learning.

I engage in culturally responsive practices in interactions with students, families, colleagues, and communities.

I create learning environments that are inclusive; free of bias and discrimination; and respectful of diverse cultures, values, and beliefs.

I engage families and other stakeholders in planning for individual success.

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7. Collaboration – I work in collaboration with others to improve student learning and advance the profession.

I build partnerships and foster relationships with stakeholders to improve student learning and advance the profession.

I collaborate with students, families, colleagues, and the community to promote positive social change.

I use technology to enhance collaboration, strengthen partnerships, and foster relationships with others to improve teaching and learning.

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8. Communication – I use effective verbal, nonverbal, and technological communication techniques to foster active inquiry, improve collaboration, and create positive interactions in the learning environment.

I actively and thoughtfully listen to others.

I adjust communication to meet the needs of individual learners and changing circumstances.

I ask probing, thoughtful questions to elicit meaningful responses.

I convey ideas in multiple ways using a professional tone.

I acknowledge and respect ideas and/or feelings of others; make others feel welcome, valued, and appreciated in their communications.

I utilize technological tools to facilitate communication to improve student learning and relationships with others.

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NBPTS Five Core Propositions

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Core Proposition One: Teachers are Committed to Students and Their Learning

I am dedicated to making knowledge accessible to all students; I believe all students can learn.

I treat students equitably. I recognize the individual differences that distinguish students from one another and I account for these differences in my practice.

I understand how students develop and learn.

I respect the cultural and family differences students bring to the classroom.

I am concerned with students’ self-concept, their motivation and the effects of learning on peer relationships.

I am also concerned with the development of character and civic responsibility.

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Core Proposition Two: Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to students.

I have mastery over the subject(s) I teach. I have a deep understanding of the history, structure and real-world applications of the subject.

I have skill and experience in teaching my subject, and I am familiar with the skills gaps and preconceptions students may bring to the subject.

I am able to use diverse instructional strategies to teach for understanding

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Core Proposition Three: Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning.

I deliver effective instruction and I move fluently through a range of instructional techniques, keeping students motivated, engaged and focused.

I engage students to ensure a disciplined learning environment, and know how to organize instruction to meet instructional goals.

I assess the progress of individual students as well as the class as a whole.

I use multiple methods for measuring student growth and understanding, and I can clearly explain student performance to parents.

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Core Proposition Four: Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn from experience.

I model what it means to be an educated person – I read, I question, I create and I am willing to try new things.

I am familiar with learning theories and instructional strategies, and stay abreast of current issues in American education.

I critically examine my practice on a regular basis to deepen knowledge, expand my repertoire of skills, and incorporate new findings into my practice.

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Core Proposition Five: Teachers are members of learning communities.

I collaborate with others to improve student learning.

I am a leader and actively know how to seek and build partnerships with community groups and businesses.

I work with other professionals on instructional policy, curriculum development and staff development.

I evaluate school progress and the allocation of resources in order to meet state and local education objectives.

I work collaboratively with parents to engage them productively in the work of the school.

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RWR CoEL Technology Proficiencies

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Proficiency One: Design of Learning Experiences and the Environment – I design learning experiences and foster learning environments that integrate various technologies.

I demonstrate how to evaluate technology and media resources for quality, accuracy, and effectiveness to support the processes of content and skill development.

I demonstrate fluency using effective technologies to plan, coordinate, organize, manage, and/ or supervise effective learning opportunities for all students.

I demonstrate use of online research databases and research-based practices in education to improve student learning, engagement, and outcomes.

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Proficiency Two: Facilitation of Learning and Assessment - I use technology to facilitate learning for a diverse population of students, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

I engage all students in exploring real-world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources to improve and/or enhance student learning.

I meet the diverse needs of all students by providing equitable access to digital tools and resources.

I use appropriate technologies for assessment (administering assessments, monitoring student progress, presenting assessment results, and evaluating teachers and programs) to improve and/or enhance student learning.

I model and promote diversity, cultural understanding, and global awareness by assisting students in the use of digital-age communication and collaboration tools.

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Proficiency Three: Communication and Collaboration - I use digital media tools in communicating and working collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and community stakeholders to improve and/or enhance student learning.

I communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and colleagues using a variety of digital age media and formats to improve and/or enhance student learning.

I evaluate a variety of professional communication tools to improve collaboration with all stakeholders.

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Proficiency Four: Professional - As a lifelong learner, I improve my technology proficiency through collaboration, leadership, ethical practice, and additional professional development opportunities.

I take a leadership role in developing a shared vision of technology infusion by collaborating with colleagues to promote effective educational practices.

I demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development by reflecting on current professional research, legal issues, and ethical expectations to model effective technology decision-making and to enhance student learning.

I advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of technology and digital-age communication tools.

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