Welcome to GSU PreProfessional Block PPB Orientation PreProfessional

Welcome to GSU Pre-Professional Block (PPB) Orientation

Pre-Professional Block (PPB) What is it? l Three courses l Fifty hour practicum l Successful completion required for admission to Teacher Education Program (TEP)

Pre-Professional Block (PPB) How does it work? l Practicum meets on alternate days from class meetings l Practicum does not carry course credit, but must be satisfactorily completed before admission to upper division TEP l Directed observation and participation

Pre-Professional Block (PPB) How does it work? l Placement in school in 60 -mile radius of GSU l 50 hours, 2 days per week for 8 -1/2 weeks l Evaluated as satisfactory, low satisfactory, unsatisfactory l CS and US evaluate

Pre-Professional Block (PPB) What do you need? l Two copies of Information Packet (1 for you, 1 for your teacher) l Nametag – Eagle Print Shop l Professional Liability Insurance (more later) l Taskstream (more later) l A GREAT Attitude!!!

Field Times listed in packet indicate times you are to be present at school l Sections A & B: l Section C : l Sections E & F: 12: 00 -3: 00 p. m. , T & Th l Section G: 8: 00 -11: 00 a. m. , T & Th 8: 00 -11: 00 a. m. , M & W 8: 00 -10: 50 a. m. , Fri

Purpose of PPB Practicum l Provide school realistic picture of the workings of a l Encourage observation, reflection and critical thinking skills l Serve a “gatekeeping” function for TEP program

Important Dates (p. 8) l TEP Application due: January 18 l Taskstream deadline: February 3 l Placements posted: February 4 l Field placement begins: February 11 or 12 l Field placement ends: April 14, 15, 21 or 22 l Journal entries due: April 23 l Capstone presentations: April 28 – May 1

Who’s Who and What Do They Do? l Student: That’s you! Be professional! l Clinical Supervisor (CS): K-12 teacher l Clinical Associate (CA): Liaison l University Supervisor (US): GSU faculty l PPB Coordinator: Dr. Marlynn Griffin l PPB Graduate Assistant: Laura de. Maille

Required Assignments l Observation Activities (see page 12) l Journal Writing (see page 15) l Meetings: Orientation I, III ( see page 8) l Purchase Taskstream (see page 11) l Capstone (see page 22) l Other Assignments made by US or CS

TEP Admissions l Discussed l Page in detail at Orientation II 17 of Information packet l Satisfactory evaluation on PPB rubrics

Attendance Policy l Daily l One attendance is MANDATORY. unexcused absence can result in FAILURE. l Excused absences REQUIRE documentation provided to US and CS l Missed credit. hours must be made up for practicum

Professionalism l PPB students are expected to demonstrate professionalism in their – Dress – Behavior – Observation and Participation – Consideration of the Clinical Supervisor and his or her responsibilities l Student Professionalism will be evaluated by the CS and US

Dress in a Professional Manner l Name badges must be worn at all times l Find out about and comply with your school’s dress code l If your teacher prefers more formal dress than that specified in the dress code, follow the teacher’s preference l Keep in mind that while there are many professions, yours is the TEACHING profession and you should not dress in any way that is provocative

Looks to Avoid Too Low Too Short, Too Low

Looks to Avoid Too Sheer Too Tight , Too Short TOO TIGHT!!!

Looks to Avoid Really, not a good look for anyone…. COVER your cleavage (top and bottom), tattoos, thong, etc.

Looks to Avoid

Shoes to Avoid

General Guidelines for Dress • Belts must be worn buckled and pants not allowed to sag • Apparel with suggestive lettering or pictures is not allowed • No items (clothing or otherwise) which refer to alcohol, drugs, or tobacco • Leggings worn as pants under long shirts are not allowed • Dresses and skirts should fall at or below the knee

General Guidelines for Dress • Crop pants must be longer than the calf; crop pants are not allowed in some schools • Tattoos and body piercings (other than traditional earrings for women) must be covered or removed • Tops should not be tight or low-cut • Some schools do not allow open-toed or backless shoes

General Guidelines for Dress NO: • Jeans • T-shirts • Overalls • Skorts • Flip-flops • Hats • Head scarves • Sweat bands • Tank-tops • See-through clothing • Bare midriff • Bare backs • Halters • Tube tops • Strapless attire • Swim wear • Sleep wear

Suggested Attire Men and Women • Clothing should be neat and professional • Clothing should portray you as an adult, an aspiring teacher

Suggested Attire for Men • Dress slacks, short or long sleeve dress shirts, ties, sport jacket, khaki pants • Some schools will allow polo-type shirts • All shirts should be tucked in and paired with a belt • Dress shoes, topsiders, loafers • Health and P. E. majors may wear athletic shoes and appropriate athletic attire (use CS as a model)

Suggested Attire for Women • Skirts, dresses, slacks, suits, khaki pants, dress pants, blouses, sweater sets • Shirts should be tucked in unless designed to be worn out • Dresses and skirts should be worn at or below the knee • Dress or casual shoes with low to moderate heels • Health and P. E. majors may wear athletic shoes and appropriate athletic attire (use CS as a model)

Suggested Attire

Appropriate Shoes for Women

Appropriate Shoes for Men

Behave Professionally • Plan to arrive a few minutes before you are scheduled • Sign in at the office when you arrive and when you leave; indicate ACTUAL arrival and departure time • Remember that you are a representative of the teaching profession when you are at the schools • Strive to be a responsible adult role model – don’t be a buddy; don’t date the students

Behave Professionally • Remember that student learning is your primary concern • Don’t chew gum, eat or drink in the classroom • No cell phones in the classroom • No tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or related packaging or paraphernalia allowed on school premises • Don’t violate a student’s right to privacy by discussing him or her outside of the educational setting

Behave Professionally • Use professional language • No swearing or sexual talk • Avoid slang such as “freakin’, ” “sucks, ” and “screwed” • Substitute more professional terms such as “miserable” or “treated unfairly” • Do not bring any materials with profanity or other vulgar talk • Any pictures taken of students should be used in a professional manner; do NOT post on the internet

Internet BLOG Sites Social networking sites such as Facebook, My. Space, Xanga, and Friendster should represent your high personal and professional standards. If you have postings on any of these or other sites, remember that they are PUBLIC and may be viewed by school personnel and students. If school personnel find your postings to be unprofessional, they can request your removal from their school. This request will be honored immediately and a new PPB placement will be identified in the following semester.

Observe and Participate • Be attentive and respectful • Learn as much as you can while in the field – pay attention! • As you observe, try to think of questions you may have that will help you understand what is occurring • Limit any writing in class to brief notes • Students in your class will be aware of your attitude; be sure it is respectful and considerate at ALL times

In the Classroom, Do NOT • Sleep • Work on other school work • Talk to other GSU students • Talk on your cell phone • Eat, drink or chew gum • Engage in any other disruptive behavior

Be Considerate of Your CS • Check with your CS as early as possible for any guidelines • Enter and leave the classroom as quietly as possible • If you must be late or absent, notify the CS at the earliest possible moment • Be sure to consult with CS in advance about ideas you have for activities or treats • If you have to drop PPB, notify CS and PPB Office

Capstone Experience • 5 -7 minute oral presentation, in front of 7 -10 classmates, US and possibly a CS • Will be scheduled by US • Must present evidence of advanced preparation (Power. Point, Poster, or other evidence as specified by US) • Detailed requirements provided on page 22 of PPB Information Packet

Performance Evaluation • Oral and written communication assessed for informational purposes • Professionalism assessed by US and CS and is basis for whether or not you pass the PPB Practicum • More detail and scoring rubrics provided on pages 27 – 36 of PPB Information Packet • Used for admission to Teacher Education Program