GOAL 1: Expand and further my knowledge surrounding FNMI culture and

traditions.

1. TQS Focus: 5(a) understanding the historical, social, economic, and political
implications of:

• treaties and agreements with First Nations;

• legislation and agreements negotiated with Métis; and

• residential schools and their legacy

5(b) supporting student achievement by engaging in collaborative, whole school

approaches to capacity building in First Nations, Métis and Inuit education.

5(c) using the programs of study to provide opportunities for all students to
develop a knowledge and understanding of, and respect for, the histories,
cultures, languages, contributions, perspectives, experiences and contemporary
contexts of First Nations, Métis and Inuit.

Sub-goal 1: Become more confident speaking about FNMI content.

Strategy 1.1 Research more on FNMI traditions, cultural Ongoing UofL curriculum
practices, and history. Lab, Online
resources

Strategy Chat with peers/other resources to expand my Ongoing

1.2 knowledge of FNMI culture.

Strategy 1.3 Develop detailed lesson plans that I can Oct-Dec

reference when including FNMI content into the
lesson.

Strategy 1.4. Attend a Professional Development session that Nov-Dec

focuses on relevant literature that can be brought
into the classroom.

Measures: I will develop a larger foundation of knowledge through research outside of class, note
taking, and being more culturally aware of the landscape and history in the surrounding area.

Sub-goal 2: Find appropriate and effective ways to bring FNMI content into the
classroom.
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Strategy 2.1 Find research online which highlights ways in
which others are integrating FNMI content into
the classroom.
Ongoing
Strategy 2.2 Become aware of national holidays/days of
awareness and use these days as an option to
integrate FNMI content.
Oct-Dec
Strategy 2.3 Bring in an FNMI liaison to teach the students
FNMI content.

Measures: I hope have the foundational knowledge to be able to create multiple lessons containing
FNMI content, but I would like to successfully teach at least one lesson that includes FNMI
concepts. This can be seen through my lesson planning and progression.

GOAL 2: Develop more confidence teaching areas I am less familiar with.

1. TQS Focus: 3(a) Planning and designing learning activities that:

 address the learning outcomes outlined in programs of study;

 foster student understanding of the link between the activity and the
intended learning outcomes

3(b) Using instructional strategies to engage students in meaningful learning

activities, based on:

 specialized knowledge of the subject areas they teach;

 an understanding of students’ backgrounds, prior knowledge and
experiences

3(e) Teachers engage in a range of planning activities.

Sub-goal 1: Have a full, well-rounded idea of the GLOs/SLOs that are required for the
specified program of studies.
Strategy 1.1 Analyze the program of studies to become more Oct
familiar with the expectations/leaner outcomes.
Strategy 1. 2 Use multiple resources to find activities that can Oct–Dec Internet
be used to teach the desired outcome. Try and resources,
find multiple ways to teach one outcome. Curriculum Lab,
resources from
TA
Strategy 1.3 Consult teacher assistants and university Oct-Dec
consultants if there are any questions or concerns
about the course material.
Strategy 1.4 Use my peers as a great resource as they will be Ongoing
able to help me broaden my knowledge of other
subject majors.
Strategy 1.5 Be patient with myself, as I will develop more Ongoing
confidence as I gain more experience teaching.
Measures: At the end of the semester, I should be more comfortable teaching areas outside of my
subject major. This will come from experience and lesson planning.

Sub-goal 2: Create detailed lesson plans that are easy to quickly glance at for
reference.
Strategy 2.1 Discover the formatting/style of lesson plan that Oct-Dec
works best for me.
Strategy 2.2 Provide back-up activities and extra information Ongoing
that could be used if the lesson goes by too
quickly. Being prepared is key.
Strategy 2.3 Use the reflection portion of the lesson plan to Ongoing
examine what could have been improved upon or
changed to better the lessons moving forward.
Measures: My lesson plan development will be an accurate measure of this goal.

GOAL 3: Gain more experience in effectively managing my time throughout the

lesson.
1. TQS Focus: 3(a) planning and designing learning activities that:

 Reflect short, medium, and long range planning

 Foster student understanding of the link between the activity and the
intended learning outcomes

Sub-goal 1: Try to mentally balance the idea that I’m spending “too much time” on a
concept, as the purpose of school is students understanding what is learnt.
Strategy 1.1 Try to balance my time with students, but Ongoing
remember that flexibility is important and
necessary.
Strategy 1. 2 Set time stamps on my lesson plans and try to stick Ongoing
fairly close to them.
Strategy 1.3 Be patient with my students as students require Ongoing
different amounts of time to complete or
understand a topic.
Strategy 1.4 Use my peers as a great resource as they will be Ongoing
able to demonstrate good time management skills.
Measures: Being able to manage my time successfully throughout the lesson will be measurable
through observation and self-reflection.

Sub-goal 2: Reflect on my lessons and discover new ways in which I can better my time
management, before or during the lesson.
Strategy 2.1 During the lesson, make sure to only include Ongoing
what is important or what will solidify the
students understanding. Keep ideas simple and
straightforward.
Strategy 2.2 Try to keep students engaged and on task so the Ongoing
lesson flows nicely and timely.
Strategy 2.3 Use the reflection portion of the lesson plan to Ongoing
examine what could have been improved upon or
changed to better the lessons moving forward.
Strategy 2.4
Measures: Being able to manage my time successfully throughout the lesson will be measurable
through observation and self-reflection.