Welcome to EDF 1005 Introduction to the Teaching

Welcome to EDF 1005 Introduction to the Teaching Profession Orientation

Five Areas of Evaluation �Reflection Questions �Discussion Board Topics �Field Observations in K-12 classrooms �Lesson Plan and Microteach �Exams

� 2 Grading for EDF 1005 1000 points Discussion Boards � 2 Exams � Lesson Plan and Microteach ◦ 4 Formative Tasks ◦ Final Lesson Plan ◦ Teaching Session � 100 (50 points each) � 200 (100 points each) � 300 points total ◦ (100 total, 25 pts each) ◦ (100 points) � 5 Field Observations � 2 Reflection Questions � 300 Assignment Category Total Category Points (60 points each) � 100 (50 points each)

Reflection Questions � 2 topics for reflection � Topics are based on student research and exploration beyond the textbook � 50 points each � Rubrics are provided for scoring assistance � Use a word processing program and upload your document to the Digital Drop Box

Discussion Board Topics � 2 topics will be covered during the semester – 50 points each � Discussions require inquiry beyond the textbook readings � Rubrics are provided for scoring assistance � Be sure to post your initial thoughts long before the assignment deadlines, in order to engage in meaningful discussions with your classmates.

Field Observations � 15 hours of field observations are required for EDF 1005. � These hours may not be used for another education course. � You will have a specific set of tasks for the Field Observations assignments. Each assignment task is worth 60 points each. � Please review the Camtasia Field Observation Instructions Power Point Presentation for specific details.

Background Checks for Field Observations � ALL students are required to take individual actions before entrance into the schools to complete the Field Observation assignments. � Please go through the Camtasia Background Check Power Point Presentation for instructions.

Lesson Plan and Microteach � You will develop a unique lesson plan over the course of the semester. � Several smaller formative tasks will be assigned in order to learn how to develop a lesson plan. � Extensive support through Camtasia videos, Power Point Presentations, sample lesson plans, and weekly online office hours will be provided. � Detailed feedback on your formative assignments will allow you to create a comprehensive lesson plan.

Lesson Plan and Microteach � Four ◦ ◦ formative assignments Developing a rationale statement Determining the Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) Assessment techniques and rubrics Procedures for teaching a lesson plan � Once you have learned the individual pieces of a lesson plan, you will put the pieces together in your Final Lesson Plan.

The Microteach � Provides an opportunity for you to teach the lesson plan that was developed over the course of the semester. � Please review the Camtasia Microteach Power Point Presentation for further details.

Course Navigation � Get familiar with the ANGEL program for course management. � Contact the HELPDESK with technical issues � If you are experiencing technical issues, you must contact me via email and/or phone BEFORE the assignment deadline in order to receive credit for an on-time assignment.

General Rules � Print out the Weekly Assignment Summary to use as a guide for planning your workload over the semester. � You may work ahead on assignments, but not behind. � No credit is given for late assignments. � If you are unable to upload an assignment, attach it to an email and send it before the assignment deadline. � READ THROUGH ALL COURSE DOCUMENTS!

Contact Information Diane Fields Online Office Hours Phone: 850 -872 -3825 Once the course begins, please send all emails through the ANGEL system, using the GENERAL mail setting. Gulf Coast State College – Social Sciences Division 5230 West Highway 98 Panama City, Florida 32401 Email: dfields@gulfcoast. edu Each Monday afternoon at 5: 00 p. m. I am available to answer your questions in the Live Office Hours Chatroom.