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Clinical Practice Evaluation 3: 20910000 David Rothe
Clinical Practice Evaluation 3: 20910000 David Rothe
Washington
SCHOOL STATE:
Katherine Charters
COOPERATING TEACHER/MENTOR NAME:
Thomas Falash
GCU FACULTY SUPERVISOR NAME:
The lesson design for the Greek Mythology unit addressed and accounted for the any special needs for all his students to participate in the planned activity. He
applied differentiated instructional activities, delivery, and individual assessment to assure students were able to show their understand of the expectations
demonstrating success and reflecting their understanding through utilizing video presentation, group discussion, and primary source documents to find evidence
and delineate their opinion and findings in a writing closure activity.
He utilized a variety of instructional techniques and guided instruction to help students work toward achieving understanding toward subject mastery. David
conducted visual and verbal checks on student’s applying time on task behavior and gave additional assistance to those needing more redirection or
encouragement. In addition, he provided several opportunities, as a whole group, to review prior introduced Boston Massacre information/noted and how they
would to be used to complete the assigned activity. Direct whole group instruction, coupled with video clips, review of vocabulary, and additional information was
utilized. David provided clear directions and expectations for each activity. He continues to utilize ongoing personal contact and technology resources i.e., phone
call, text, email, and written communication with his end goal to improve student performance and success in his class.
David works with his cooperating/mentor teacher to aid his understanding of the targeted lesson strategies and focus for all students to meet set academic
standard success. He incorporated multiple modalities to teach lesson content and aid students to be fully engaged in their learning through visual auditory, and use
of a variety of teacher guided practice. David continues to monitor and construct lesson plans and activities to ensure students are on point with district and state
grade-level history standards.
In future lesson design and delivery, discussed were methods and opportunities to encourage students to engage and increase participation through optimizing
lesson delivery, activity planning, and ways to promote higher-level responses. Incorporating continued use of group-based activities and/or specific teacher
guided strategies.
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David accounts for and addresses student’s individual learning. This is done by utilizing teacher guided and independent learning activities. Student expectations are
established and checked monitoring their understand of what is expected and how they will demonstrate individual success on the assigned activity. This is done by
maintaining a structured yet open learning environment where he secures the attention of all students by use of appropriate verbal and nonverbal communication
strategies. David monitors students understanding by asking appropriate questions and teacher modeling. Using walkabouts and guided questioning techniques, he
monitors individual, and groups of students checking their understanding of the lesson expectations and assesses progress. This allows his to give individualized
time to those students who may need extra coaching i.e., ELL, students with special needs, or those needing further guidance.
During the guided practice instructional activities, David used strategies to involve all students in participation and giving them opportunity to demonstrate their
understand and of the lesson objectives. His monitoring of the group assures all student have equal opportunity to participate. He employs behavioral strategies for
the group to show respect for others, appropriate, and respectful behaviors, as individual are interacting with other classmates and the teacher. From prior lessons,
he planned and checked lesson vocabulary and/or skills needed, reviewed the expected learning assessed outcomes and how individual can demonstrate their
understanding of the lesson. This may include multiple forms depending on the learning need of the student.
David works and cooperates with other school personnel keeping an open mind in discussions and planning with his (CT) regarding instruction lesson development,
delivery, and classroom management techniques. He is eager to learn and wants to see all his students experience success. Observed during the lesson was the
planning and delivery of the lesson for a student with a visual impairment. David works with support personnel and help make available the necessary
accommodations for the student to fully participate in the activity.
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Discussed was considering and building various strategies within the lesson design give students ample opportunity be more engaged and show case their skills.
Although this group of students presented themselves as a ‘quiet bunch’ finding a way to increase individual or whole group discussion might be in order. Developing
public speaking is an important skill to master for the future. Having students stand to respond and give reminders for visual attending was noted and effective.
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David opened the activity in a group discussion reviewing and checking for student’s prior knowledge of vocabulary and terms from Greek Mythology through a
review of prior taught activity using guided practice and Q & A and visual Smartboard slides, while checking to see their understanding of the new materials to be
introduced i.e., Smartboard, worksheets, notes, handouts provided. Taking this information, he was able to adjust the focus of the lesson and instructional delivery
with respect and to account for the students’ prior understanding. This was an effective and appropriate way to introduce the new material.
Utilizing a multitude of methods and tools i.e., overhead, group discussion, and teacher modeling, David drew the student’s attention to the objectives and
expectations for the lesson’s independent activity. He is fully aware cultural diversity of the students and provides equitable opportunity for student participation in
class. Students are extended every opportunity to interact with the teacher and other students by appropriate methods expressly taught and monitored. He provides
constructive feedback holding student accountable for their individual/group learning/behavior. He provides multicultural opportunities in support of student
diversity in the room through visual/technology means, selection of appropriate materials, and teacher led discussion. David continues to develop a strong teacher
voice in setting the expectations for learning success in his classroom.
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David utilized solid strategies to engage his students to aid them in their understanding of the lesson content, with a goal of relating the material to everyday real-life
themes/activities or content known by the students. This was done through a variety of means i.e., Smartboard, PowerPoint presentation, video projector,
whiteboard, and a supportive technology. He modeled correct use of academic language and instructional terms in his lesson/activity. This is also extending this
practice with colleagues. He engages and seeks out opportunities in his lesson design and delivery way to encourage students and provided opportunities to listen,
respond, and participate in oral academic content language subject matter and demonstrate their subject matter understanding. In group interactions and
discussions, he models appropriate understand of social and cultural perspectives in issues students are interested in local and world events. David allows for all
students to freely express their thoughts and opinions without bias or judgement but is aware to redirect and guide comments that may be nonfactual or not true.
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David utilizes prior student data in planning, adjustment of lesson objectives, and assessment of goals in lesson/unit development. He works with his (CT) to ensure
the lesson content and planning is on track and is sufficiently designed to achieve maximum positive outcomes and meet state set standard/benchmarks. He displays
the ability to adjust during guided instruction based on visual and verbal student responses. David considers overall data collected when making necessary
adjustments to future lesson content/activities, considering reteaching, or redirect the next lesson building on student success.
In measuring assessment success and adjusting lessons/activities, he utilizes individual and group student data i.e., performance, verbal, written, both
formal/informal in adjustments for individuals especially those identified as ELL, Sped, or 504 accommodated students. He designs and modifies lessons and adjust
assessment formats based on data and accommodation specificized. This was evident in the lesson observed where a student with a visual impairment was actively
engaged in the activity. David makes sure student are given examples to follow and clear expectations for success are defined and understood by all.
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By gathering lesson/student data, he can adjustment, establish new, or readdress instruction prior knowledge of content. David demonstrated a focused understand
of scaffolding of lesson design and sets up students for success by clearly explaining expected outcomes and ways for students to show mastery. He demonstrated
his awareness of cultural differences, abilities of students, and planned accordingly making the necessary adjustments to time, content, instructional strategies.
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David sets and demonstrates expectations and behaviors needed for success before for each activity and transition. He assumes various roles throughout the day
i.e., instructor, coach, facilitator, and audience. He moves smoothly in between each in support of his students. He plans for all students based on skill level his
approach to lesson design and delivery methods. He assesses student success and offers feedback in redirecting responses and will check for understand of the
content of material read. David often ties lesson material into real life examples to help student internalize and understand the concepts or aspects of the physical
education activity. He consistently applies student management systems promoting the safety and health of all students.
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David collects and utilizes a variety of student performance data, both formal and informal, in assessing, monitor, and recording group and individual progress
toward learning goals. He communicates frequently with his colleagues and cooperating teacher/mentor to discuss, monitor, and plan for meeting building, district,
and state standards/benchmarks. He takes a high degree of interest in keeping parents informed and encourages them to become actively engaged in their
student’s learning. He participates in schoolwide trainings and other district learning opportunities. He is actively engaged with his (CT) and colleagues in promoting
student growth opportunities in all disciplines, especially history.
David is a strong advocate for his students and is proactive in ensuring all student are engaged and participating in their learning. He is continually striving to meet
the needs of all his students as demonstrated through in lesson design, planning, and daily interactions with all students. This show by his commitment and hours of
preparation. David seeks out colleagues and administration to help problem-solve issues in supporting his students. He continues to build positive interpersonal
relationship with students in and out of the classroom. He has taken on added responsibility in coaching school extra-curricular activities (Track) and has attended
several school activities in support of her students and school.
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David effectively utilizes classroom technology and other tools to engage students in the learning process. He works to build classroom and school community
awareness by having students’ work together in teams to promote communication and understanding of uniqueness and individual skills/talents. He encourages
students and families to take part in school and local community sponsored events. David is a strong advocate for student in all aspect of school, home, and
community life and takes opportunities to give back to community. He is an active member of his grade level PLC Team.
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INSTRUCTIONS
Please review the "Total Scored Percentage" for accuracy and add any attachments before completing the "Agreement and Signature" section.
I attest this submission is accurate, true, and in compliance with GCU policy guidelines, to the best of my ability to do so.
I can learn about Ancient Greece and identify the qualities and aspects they possessed that made them unique.
Planning
Literacy Target(s):
I can read through my Ancient Greece packet and answer the questions in-order to better understand Ancient Greek
life.
Opener:
Write the Title and Page # of your independent reading book. If you did not finish your IRU project
Beginning
Students are embarking on the Greek Mythology unit (their final unit). Students were Focus Strategies:
introduced to Ancient Greece (Democracy, Philosophy, Heroes, Mythology, etc.). They
have had a light discussion and watched a video. At the end of the period on Monday they Writing
were given a packet that is correlated to a work sheet. They will read through the packet
Inquiry
and answer the corresponding questions. They had just under half the period to work on
this packet on Monday. For Tuesday, they will start the class off with their independent Collaboration
reading books and then transition back into the Ancient Greece packet. The goal is to
Organization
finish and submit the packet by the end of the class on Tuesday.
Reading
During
Student
Reflection
Formative
Assessment
Student
Choice in
Learning
Student
Choice in
Assessment
Closer:
What is one thing from your reading that stuck with you most? What is one thing you learned from
Ending
your packet that is still applicable to modern life? Answer in complete sentence(s).