512+Summer+2017

Course Information

 * Syllabus**
 * [[file:edte 512_su17_case syllabus.docx]]


 * Final Project Assignment Template**
 * Directions:
 * Design two connected lesson plans for a 50-minute class period using the template below. Also attach all related instructional materials (i.e. slides, handouts, worksheets)
 * [[file:512 final lesson plan template.docx]]
 * Lesson plan model - [[file:lesson plan model-pdf.pdf]]
 * Grading criteria:
 * Objectives follow DAMMP criteria and are connected to a learning standard.
 * Clear alignment between opening, objective, instruction, learning activities, assessment, and closure.
 * Lesson plan is written with sufficient clarity and detail that an outside reader can visualize your intentions. Describe lesson content and pedagogical process.
 * Lesson engages students in higher order thinking (more than just information take in and recall)
 * Lesson includes appropriate scaffolding (i.e. chunking, layering, modeling, formative assessment)
 * Lesson actively engages students in interesting, purposeful activities, ideas, and materials.
 * Lesson plan and instructional materials are polished and professional. Support materials follow basic design principles.
 * Teaching demonstration:
 * You will teach a 10-minute segment of your lesson illustrating your professional competency to:
 * Set the stage
 * Teach a new concept
 * Organize a learning activity (probably there won't be time for student to complete this; you can fast forward)
 * Assess student learning
 * Close a lesson
 * You will be scored based on the course competency chart.
 * Your lessons will be video-recorded.
 * You will write a professional reflection/analysis of teaching using this template:
 * [[file:Lesson Reflection--Analysis of Teaching.docx]]
 * Model - [[file:Lesson Reflection model.pdf]]


 * Reviewers**
 * Lead the class in a 10 minute (will be timed) review of the previous class(es).
 * Criteria:
 * Focuses on a few key concepts, not a comprehensive overview
 * Is a facilitated, interactive activity
 * Students do the thinking, talking, and acting - NOT direct instruction
 * Obviously prepared with effective instructional materials


 * Closers**
 * Lead the class in a 5-7 minute closure (will be timed) that elicits students' understanding of/progress towards the objective and provides a meaningful closure to the class session
 * Criteria:
 * Focuses on a few key concepts, not a comprehensive overview
 * Can be individual or interactive, but should allow students to individually assess their own learning
 * Students do the thinking, talking, and acting - NOT direct instruction

Course Calendar
July 26 (Wed) Intro to the course; Writing lesson objectives based on standards
 * Session 1 - Establishing Instructional Goals**
 * Notetaker: Joanna, Britta

July 27 (Thur) Components of a lesson plan; "Teach a new concept," direct instruction Due:
 * Session 2 - Crafting a Basic Lesson**
 * Notetaker(s): Matthew, Mackenzie, Landan
 * Reviewers: Madison
 * Closers: Lacy
 * P.E.T. - Direct Instruction (BB and printed copy)
 * Select curriculum content for lesson plans (bring to class)


 * Session 3 - Teaching a New Concept**

July 31 (Mon) Teaching a new concept; creating materials; inquiry-based instruction; opening a lesson
 * Notetaker(s): Jennifer, Stephen, Madison
 * Reviewers: Landan, Maria
 * Closers: Rachel

Due:
 * P.E.T. - Inquiry-based Instruction (printed copy & BB)
 * Prepare a 7-minute teaching demo illustrating your ability to "teach a new concept"
 * Write a teaching outline that includes the following:
 * Objective and linked standard
 * Steps for teaching that include introduce, inform, inspire, interact (these elements are not linear)
 * Questions you will ask to check for understanding
 * Key concepts you will teach
 * Design five slides to support your mini-lesson
 * Rehearse and time your lesson
 * You will present your lesson on Monday!


 * Session 4 - Orchestrating Active Learning**

Aug 1 (Tue) Organize and monitor a learning activity; creating instructional materials, cooperative learning
 * Notetaker(s): Richard, Ashley, Lacy
 * Reviewers: Stephen, Terence
 * Closers: Emily S, Madeline

Due:
 * Bring the slides you made for 7/31 teaching demo
 * P.E.T. - Cooperative Learning (BB and printed copy)


 * Session 5 - Facilitating a Learning Conversation**

Aug 2 (Wed) Checking for understanding, discussion-based instruction, deploy core management techniques
 * Notetaker(s): Rachel, Maria, Emily S
 * Reviewers: Mackenzie, Richard
 * Closers: Emily M

Due:
 * PET Fostering Discussion (BB and printed copy)


 * Session 6 - Differentiating Instruction**

Aug 3 (Thur) Scaffolding a complex concept, differentiating by product, process, content
 * Notetaker(s): Terence, Emily M, Madeline
 * Reviewers: Ashley, Joanna
 * Closers: Britta, Matthew

Due:
 * P.E.T. - Differentiation (BB and printed copy)
 * Final teaching demonstration (10 minutes)


 * Final Project**
 * Upload to BB by August 7 at noon