2007-2008 Undergraduate Academic Catalog - Plymouth State ...

Teacher Educationand resolving conflicts effectively and respectfully. Collaborationenhances both teaching and learning, and is an essential part ofdeveloping the capacity to lead.KnowledgeKnowledge refers to understanding the theory, content,methods and materials, and technologies of one’s field, andunderstanding child and adolescent development, learningprocesses, and motivation as these are shaped by culture.Teaching that engages all learners combines a knowledge ofstudents and one’s subjects within the cultural, social, andinstitutional context.Teacher education candidates are introduced to the ConceptualFramework in their introduction to education courses.Diversity Goals for Teacher Education CandidatesIn order to teach effectively and ensure student learning ina democratic and pluralistic society, each teacher educationcandidate at Plymouth State University, by the conclusion of hisor her program, will have developed the ability to:1. describe culture as a multifaceted and dynamic construct2. critically examine his or her own sociocultural positions andunderstand the ways in which background and experiencesshape one’s view of the world3. learn from and about students, families, and communities,and draw on this knowledge to inform instruction.4. view students and families of diverse backgrounds andabilities in respectful and affirming ways5. acquire and extend his or her own multicultural awarenessby exploring and learning about the history, experiences,beliefs, and values of others6. recognize and challenge biases in him/herself and others, aswell as institutional oppression in schools and throughoutsociety7. implement inclusive, culturally responsive teachingpractices.Road to Teacher CertificationStudent TimelineGate 1: Application for Teacher Certification CandidacyFirst or Sophomore yearGate Requirements1. Teacher Certification Application Page Submitted2. Passing Praxis 1 Scores3. Required Cumulative GPA of 2.54. Faculty Evaluation One of Teacher Candidate5. Faculty Evaluation Two of Teacher CandidateGate 2: Application to Student Teaching (one year prior toStudent Teaching)End of Junior year/Start of Senior yearGate Requirements1. Student Teaching Application Page Submitted2. Required Cumulative GPA of 2.5/2.73. Curriculum Planning GuideGate 3: Acceptance into Student TeachingSenior yearGate RequirementsThe Student Teaching Application Package includesrequirements 1–5 and must be completed before StudentTeaching placement is considered.1. Resume2. Professional Statement3. Faculty Evaluation One of Student Teacher Candidate4. Faculty Evaluation Two of Student Teacher Candidate5. Placement Information Sheet (signed by departmentcoordinator, if applicable)6. Required Cumulative Department GPA of 2.5/2.77. Department Approval8. Student Teaching Registration9. Placement Confirmation One10. Placement Confirmation Two (if applicable)11. Session 1 – Preparing for Student TeachingGate 4: Student Teaching and Program CompletionSenior yearGate Requirements1. Midterm Evaluation – Cooperating Teacher2. Final Evaluation – Cooperating Teacher3. Midterm Evaluation – Clinical Faculty4. Final Evaluation – Clinical Faculty5. Session 2 – Preparing for Employment6. Session 3 – Program Assessment and Closure toStudent Teaching and Certification7. Approval for Certification – Exit with Department’srequired GPA222 Plymouth State University Academic Catalog 2007–2008