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Final Student Teaching EvaluationSecondary Licensure Program

Teacher Candidate: Ann Richardson~~~~~~~----------------Site Teacher Educator(s): _J_u--'-lie-'--P---'-a_rk_i--'n _

School: East High School

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This form was filled out by: Brooke Barrigar

Date: April 5, 2011

Content/Grade Level: English, 11-12

No. of Lessons Observed: 5 ----

Please rate each area below using for the following descriptions and 5 point rating scale:

1 - Unsatisfactory: Teacher Candidate lacks basic knowledge and an ability to meetperformance standards.

T!acher Candidate possesses developing competencies in hislher knowledgea.1dability to meet performance standards.

Tfacher Candidate displays a general understanding of linkages betweenknowledge and content and executes sound lessons on a consistent basis.

3 - Basic:

5 - Proficient:

Organizing Content Knol'wledge for Student Learning

The student teacher:4 I. Is f~filiar with students' background knowledge and experience and uses this

info:mation to plan lessons.2. Seltjlwtsinstruction that is appropriate for cultural and language differences.3. Desjgns lesson plans that are appropriate for students.4. Demonstrates connection between past, current, and future content to be learned.5. Sel9~ts appropriate evaluation strategies that align with goals of lessons and

dire~tly measure the student's mastery of the content.II'

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Comments:

Ann's understanding of student background knowledge and experience and her solid contentknowledge enable her to ~eveloP lessons that engage students in meaningful learning activities anddiscussion. Lesson PlansllinGiUded goals that are focused on student learning, and are scaffoldedappropriately on previous content knowledge. Ann developed varied and appropriate evaluationstrategies that aligned Wit~. her learning goals. Her efforts to accommodate varied types of learnerswere evident in her actionllresearch project, in which she developed assignments and projects thatoffered varied approaches and student choice.

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Teaching for Student LearningThe student teacher:

5 6. Provides effective large group, small group and one to one instruction.5 7. Uses appropriate teaching strategies for the content taught.4 8. Implements appropriate and varied methods, materials, and resources aligned

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9. Provides differentiated instructions and curriculum, adaptations, andmodifications necessary to promote student learning.

]O.Monitors students' understanding of content, provides feedback, and adjustslearning activities as the situation demands.

11. Uses instructional time effectively.12. Reflects on the extent to which learning goals were met.

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Comments:

Ann included small group and pair work in her daily lessons, providing student with opportunities toengage with the content through reading, writing, listening, presenting and viewing. Sheincorporated varied methods and materials to enrich learning experiences. Ann providedopportunities for differentiation, especially in the use of projects and writing in which students couldchoose from a variety of approaches. Ann successfully accommodated student questions andinterests into lessons, and continually reflected to adjust her lessons to better meet student needs.

AssessmentThe student teacher:

4 13. Selects and administers a variety of appropriate formal and informal assessmentinstruments/procedures and observational methods.

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14. Selects and administers assessments that are appropriate to cultural and languagedifferences.

15. Summarizes, integrates, and interprets assessment data for identification,placement, instruction and evaluation.

16. Designs and/or maintains an on-going record-keeping system for monitoring andevaluating student progress.

17. Utilizes information gained from on-going evaluation systems to modify studentinstruction.

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Comments:

Ann included a variety of formal and informal assessments, including those to accommodate variedcultural and language difference. She maintained record-keeping systems, which contributed to herawareness of student progress. Ann provided extensive feedback on students' written work, givingthem individualized guidance in their writing.

Creating an Environment for Student Learning/Classroom ManagementThe student teacher:

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18. Establishes and maintains positive rapport with students.19. Establishes and maintains consistent standards of classroom behavior.20. Establishes and maintains a physical environment that is safe and conducive to

learning.21. Selects and uses appropriate record-keeping systems for teaching organizations

and Jccountability.22. usesl positive encouragement in guiding appropriate behavior.23. If necessary, develops and implements a more individualized plan for individual

or g'fUPS of students in order to maintain desired behavior.

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Ann has a warm and approachable demeanor with students, and developed trusting relationshipswith many of her students. Though she struggled to consistently maintain standards of behavior,Ann exhibited initiative and thoughtfulness in approaching concerns in classroom management.Ann's expectations for student behavior and skills in classroom management increased greatlyduring her student teaching, and she will certainly continue to grow in this area.

Teaching ProfessionalismThe student teacher:

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24. Complies with standards and ethics established by the profession.25. Demonstrates professional presence (e.g. appearance, hygiene, language).26. Handles information about students, peers, colleagues and supervisory ethically

and confidentially.27. Respects all individuals (e.g. culture, ability, value systems).28. Systematically evaluates and critiques own teaching performance and accepts

constructive criticism and make modifications as appropriate.29. Reflects on teaching practice and the impact on school and community.30. Builds professional and collaborative relationships with colleagues to share

insights and coordinate activities.31. Develops collaborative partnerships with students and families.

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Ann is a caring and reflective teacher, who demonstrated commitment to developing her skills andknowledge as a teacher. Ann reflects continually on her teaching, and seeks constructive criticism toimprove her lessons. She built collaborative and professional relationships with her mentor teacherand other colleagues at the school; she enjoyed opportunities to observe other teachers and shareideas. Ann was responsible in meeting the demands of student teaching and course work. Ann'senjoyment of the content and her students is evident in her teaching. Ann will be an asset to anyschool community.

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To pass field practicum and student teaching, Teacher Candidates must receive a 3 or higheron all evaluation categories.

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