April  22,  2018  

 
 
To  Whom  it  May  Concern:  
Université d’Ottawa  
Faculté d’éducation It  is  with  the  utmost  of  confidence  that  I  can  act  as  a  reference  for  Adam  Green.    As  
the  Assistant  Director  of  Teacher  Education  for  the  University  of  Ottawa,  Faculty  of  
Education,  I  have  known  Adam  since  September  2017  in  several  different  capacities.  
 
As  a  student  of  mine  in  PED  3150  (Professional  Inquiry  in  Practice)  I  can  attest  to  
Adam’s  academic  commitment,  specifically  in  all  areas  of  the  Teacher  Education  
University of Ottawa
program.  His  work  shows  research,  analytical  skills  of  a  high  quality  and  an  ability  to  
Faculty of Education
comprehend  not  only  context,  but  also  the  desire  to  apply  what  he  has  learned  to  his  
professional  practice.  This  pursuit  of  excellence  was  exemplified  in  his  practicum  
experiences  as  well.    
 
In  supervising  his  Year  1  practicum  I  have  had  the  pleasure  of  observing  Adam  teach.  
In  his  role  as  a  teacher  candidate,  Adam  demonstrated  a  caring  professional  presence  
in  his  classroom  and  a  positive  rapport  with  his  students.  His  students  were  quick  to  
tell  me  that  he  “was  doing  an  great  job”.    He  managed  a  very  busy  teaching  schedule  
with  clear  expectations  for  ensuring  a  respectful  community  of  learners.  Adam  
showed  a  very  strong  commitment  to  student-­‐centered  and  inquiry  based  learning,  
attention  to  detail  in  his  planning  and  assessing  his  students’  learning,  and  used  
strategies  and  differentiation  to  meet  the  needs  of  all  his  students.  He  was  extremely  
adaptable  and  ready  to  apply  all  feedback  from  his  Associate  Teacher  to  improve  his  
practice.  Expectations  for  learning  outcomes  were  always  clear.  Technology,  
creativity  and  hands-­‐on  activities  were  very  effectively  used  in  all  his  units.    
 
Adam  is  also  a  member  of  the  “Developing  a  Global  Perspective  for  Educators”  
cohort,  and  has  been  an  active  participant  in  a  number  of  projects  and  initiatives.  He  
tackles  challenges  with  originality  of  thought,  hard  work  and  perseverance.  His  wide  
range  of  work  and  volunteer  experiences  attest  to  his  passion  for  learning.    
 
Adam  is  a  motivated  individual  who  demonstrates  a  friendly,  positive,  and  
professional  manner.  As  he  ends  his  first  year  in  the  Teacher  Education  program  at  
the  University  of  Ottawa,  I  would  definitely  recommend  him  for  any  further  academic  
or  professional  opportunities  he  pursues  and  I  feel  he  would  be  an  asset  to  any  
professional  or  learning  environment.  If  you  require  additional  information  please  
feel  free  to  contact  me.    
 
Sincerely,  
 
Tel/Tél : 613-562-5804
Fax/Téléc :613-562-5144  
 
145, Jean-Jacques Lussier Tracy  Crowe  
Ottawa ON K1N 6N5 tcrowe@uottawa.ca  
Canada (613)  562-­‐5800  ext  4149  

www.education.uOttawa.ca