April 30, 2014

University of
Lethbridge Field
EDUCATION 2500 Experience
Student Teacher Report To be completed by
Teacher Associate
Faculty of Education

Student Teacher: Brendan Kearl Fall

Teacher Associate: Crystal Packard Semester: X Spring

University Consultant: Corey Makoloski Summer

Grade Level Taught: One Year: 2016

School: Dr. Gerald B. Probe Elementary School

Instructions:
• For each field experience outcome below indicate the student teacher’s level of performance: either Not Meeting
Expectations, Meeting Expectations, or Exceeding Expectations. Most students fall within the Meeting Expectations
category unless there is clear evidence for Not Meeting Expectations or Exceeding Expectations. For students within the
Meeting Expectations category, please indicate level of performance.
• At the end of each section, please provide comments regarding the practicum outcome.

1. Professional Growth and Reflection

The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to:
• communicate verbally, non-verbally, and in writing.
. reflect critically and analytically on own teaching and learning experiences.
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. identify teachers’ professional responsibilities. a a a

. understand the richness and complexity of teachers’ working realities. i ii
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a) document observations, experiences, and interactions throughout the practicum.

b) analyze and interpret observations, experiences, and interactions throughout the *

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c) reflect on own role in classroom events and practicum experiences.

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d) self-assess and evaluate progress accurately.

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e) engage in thoughtful decision-making.

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f) document professional learning from practicum experiences.

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g) respond to feedback by listening to, evaluating, and responding to suggestions.

Comments:

Brendan came into his ED2500 practicum demonstrating maturity and

professionalism and throughout the course I have seen significant growth in his
abilities as a teacher through his reflections and confidence in the classroom.
Every day, his journal reflection focused on an important area of teaching such as
inclusion and differentiation. Brendan was enthusiastic and punctual and he
wasn’t afraid to take initiative and contribute to my planning and the student’s
learning.
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2. Relationships ..2 .2
The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to:
• establish a positive rapport with members of the learning community. . .

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a) establish and maintain positive and respectful relationships with learners.

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b) establish and maintain positive and respectful relationships with Teacher Associate.
c) establish and maintain positive and respectful relationships with other members of the *

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d) support all learners in the classroom.
Comments:

Brendan immediately made a connection with the students and built a level of
trust. They instantly respected him as a teacher and professional. He was always
sure to ask questions when he was unsure of something and was not afraid to take
initiative in the classroom. Brendan seems to have a “natural” ability with the
students and he treated each one as an individual and with respect. I was able to
trust him to step in if I needed and he was always quick to identify where the needs
were in the classroom and made efforts to meet those needs without direction.

3. Directs Learning ‘ °
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The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to: .
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• direct learning activities for individual students and small groups.
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• communicate verbally, non-verbally, and in writing. a a

• respond to the diverse needs of learners.
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a) respond appropriately to and assist learners.

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b) interact effectively with learners.

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c) provide clear direction and instruction.

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d) respond appropriately to learners’ questions.

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e) provide learners with focused and appropriate feedback.

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f) promote flexible thinking and consideration of multiple perspectives.

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g) show sensitivity to individual differences among learners.

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h) maintain positive expectations for all learners.

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i) organize and plan adequately for simple instructional tasks.

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j) communicate verbally (e.g. tone, volume, expressiveness, grammar, language).

k) communicate non-verbally (e.g. gestures, expressions, eye contact, congruence . *

between verbal and non-verbal communication). .

I) communicate in writing (e.g. handwriting, spelling, punctuation, grammar, syntax and

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word choice).
Comments:

Brendan taught a mini1esson on subtraction in Math. He was very well organized

and planned and was open to feedback on how he can improve. Brendan
incorporated a variety of teaching strategies such as direct instruction, small group
work, and exploration using manipulatives. He also addressed many of the
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multiple intelligences throughout his minilesson. Brendan was always quick to
notice students that needed assistance and responded to them appropriately. He
was very patient and supportive with struggling students, and often tried to
challenge those students who needed it.

4. Classroom Management and Leadership

The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to: ‘

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. maintain established academic and behavioral expectations, procedures, and

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a) reinforce and maintain established behavioral expectations.

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b) reinforce and maintain established classroom procedures and routines.

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c) monitor and respond appropriately to student behavior.

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d) ensure a safe and orderly learning environment when working with students.
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e) reinforce and maintain established academic expectations.

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f) demonstrate a dynamic presence (e.g. alertness, with-itness’, enthusiasm, passion).

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g) motivate and engage learners through organization and creativity.

Comments:

I observed significant growth in Brendan’s confidence, classroom management

skills and teaching abilities during this time. His kind and friendly nature provided
a basis for excellent rapport with the students. He exhibited a high degree of
empathy with the children and was always encouraging and positive. Brendan was
sure to reinforce classroom management strategies that we already put into place
as well as develop his own to find out what worked for him. He was not afraid to
take risks and work with students in challenging situations.

5. Professional Conduct and Ethics .

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The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to: ecu
. make appropriate personal and professional decisions.
. demonstrate personal and professional conduct and attributes as defined
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Education Standards of Professional Conduct.
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a) act in a manner that respects the dignity and rights of all persons without prejudice as to race,
beliefs, color, gender, sexual orientation, physical characteristic s, age, ancestry or place of origin.
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b) treat pupils, peers, school personnel, and faculty with dignity and respect and is considerate of *

circumstances.
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c) act in a responsible manner, which includes being punctual, dependable, trustworthy, consistent, *

reliable.
d) recognize that attendance in practicum courses and professional semesters is a professional *

responsibility.
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e) show maturity and judgment.

f) demonstrate a commitment to teaching through interest in learning about teaching, consulting,
questioning, reading and discussion.
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g) criticize (verbally or in writing) the professional competence or professional reputation of others *

confidence to proper officials and only after the other person has been informed of the criticism.
h) respect the confidentiality of information about pupils, peers, school personnel, or faculty received in *

confidence or in the course of professional duties.

i) act in a manner that maintains the honor and dignity of the profession and the University of Lethbridge.
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 j) does not make representations on behalf of the Faculty of Education, the University of Lethbridge, the *

school, or the profession.

Corn merits:
Brendan demonstrated a high degree of professionalism during his time at Probe.
He was always punctual, dependable and reliable. He was respectful to each child’s
needs and circumstances and treated them as an individual. He often asked about
ways to help outside of the classroom and it was apparent that he was truly
dedicated to his practicum and our classroom.

6. General Comments:

I have thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated the time Brendan spent in my

classroom. He has been a valuable asset to the class, as well as to the school.
Brendan has a very cooperative attitude and has shown outstanding enthusiasm
towards teaching. He demonstrates professionalism and leadership in the
classroom and the school environment. He has proven to be a responsible teacher
and has shown a tremendous amount of dedication and effort in his time at Dr.
Probe. I am confident that Brendan is going to be an outstanding teacher as he
already exhibits many qualities of excellent teaching.

Recommendation to the Date: April 4, 2016

Faculty of Education: Signatures:

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Recommended for Admission Student Teacher

D Not Recommended for Admission Teache ssociate

University Consultant

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