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touro college school of education and psychology graduate division graduate studies in education and special education student guide edse 682 field experience and practicum i early childhood general and special education birth-grade 2 revised 2010 page 1 of 36

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate division edse682 field experience and practicum i early childhood general and special education birth-grade 2 table of contents pages 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10-11 12 13 14-15 16-17 18-20 21 22-23 24-28 29 30 31-35 36 cover table of contents introduction course description student/site introduction term project outline school certification time sheet field experience activity checklist practicum activity checklist anecdotal log observation log issues of importance field experience cooperating teacher evaluation field experience cooperating teacher evaluation practicum verification of field experience student teacher lesson observation teaching rubric for lesson observation instructions for written assignments reference guide apa style sheets suggested readings this guide book additional information and forms are available at the website of professor jeffrey h dicker jdicker.webhop.org page 2 of 36

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education rd 43 west 23 st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 682 dear field experience/practicum student this course includes both a field experience component 50 hours in general education [inclusion classes with strong general education components are acceptable and 100 hours in special education [inclusion classes with strong special education classes are acceptable and a practicum component one 20-day experience or a 100-hour experience in general education over the course of the two semesters of work in field/practicum courses some hours must be completed in work with children from high need communities the following pages constitute a student guide prepared to facilitate your work for the course we are confident that if you follow the guidelines you will gain professionally from your experience in order to help you get the most out of your observation time we have included some forms for you to complete that will help focus your attention in addition to performing various activities in your classroom for your practicum component of the course you are expected to teach a gradually increasing number of lessons your field/practicum instructor should be contacting you during the first two weeks of the semester feel free to contact us if there is any problem regarding contact with your assigned instructor for the practicum component of the course you will arrange for at least one observation visit with this assigned faculty member you and your field/practicum instructor can arrange for a visit at a time that is convenient for your cooperating teacher the instructor and yourself in addition to observing you at work the instructor will have the opportunity to meet and talk with your cooperating/supervising teacher and if possible administrators at the school live group meetings with your field/practicum instructor will be held at the beginning middle and end of the semester all field experience/practicum students are required to attend the meetings medically documented illness and other urgent matters that make attendance impossible should be discussed with your assigned faculty member if we can be of any assistance feel free to contact us 07 682master2007 682intro2007.doc page 3 of 36 fall 2007

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate division edse682 field experience and practicum i early childhood general and special education birth-grade 2 course description for the field experience component of the course students complete 50 hours of observations in general education at the birth-pre-k kindergarten or grade 1-2 level students also complete 100 hours of work with students with disabilities at a level not used in general education inclusion classes with strong special education components are acceptable for the practicum component of the course students complete an additional 20 days or 100 hours in general education at one of the three age/grade levels over the course of the field experience/practicum courses students must have experience at all three levels actual teaching is a component of the practicum part of the course all student teaching is done in accredited schools with the involvement of appropriately certified supervising or cooperating teachers who submit student evaluation forms at the conclusion of the semester over the course of the field experience and practicum courses some work is done in a high need school or a school serving a high need community students keep time sheets of their hours logs in which critical incidents are recorded and analyzed respond to questions involving young children and complete two term papers the course includes scheduled group meetings an assigned touro college faculty member meets with students at their field experience/practicum sites and observes and evaluates student work with children in the school or equivalent educational setting the faculty member and cooperating teacher evaluate both the field experience and practicum components of student work in the course 3 credits note students may not register for edse682 and sped683 during the same semester student learning outcomes · students will document in a professional fashion observations of various classroom and school related activities · students will demonstrate sensitivity to the physical emotional and intellectual needs of individual students within the framework of various classroom activities · students will demonstrate the ability to relate respectfully and empathically to students on a one-to-one basis and in group activities · students will demonstrate a growing knowledge of educational needs of young children including children with disabilities and an ability to apply knowledge in their relationships with the children with whom they work · for the practicum segment of the course student teachers will demonstrate successful presentations of lessons/activities appropriate to the class or group level showing sensitivity to the strengths and limitations of the students · students will demonstrate growth in their ability to manage group processes · students will demonstrate a growing ability to check for student understanding of lesson presentations and assess student learning course requirements · attendance at class meetings the only excused absences are with a doctor s note or with the approval of the department chair · school administration certification form completed and submitted · documentation of hours and days signed by student and cooperating teacher or supervisor · activities checklist submitted · anecdotal logs submitted · logs for observation of lesson presentations submitted · responses to questions on teaching young children submitted · lesson plan submitted for observation lesson for practicum component of the course · visit by assigned faculty instructor visitation and observation form submitted by faculty member · cooperating teacher evaluation form submitted · written assignments submitted · students must take and pass a midterm and final examination suggested text learning to teach by richard i arends most recent edition mcgraw-hill isbn 0-07-232164-4 assigned faculty members may assign alternative texts and/or other readings f danweb 101web touro fepguides fepmaster07 682master2007 682description2007.doc page 4 of 36 fall 2007

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education rd 43 west 23 st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 to whom it may concern this letter is to introduce our field experience/practicum student students in our program complete the requirements for dual certification in general education and teaching students with disabilities on the early childhood elementary school or middle school level observing lessons modeled by master teachers and involved participation in the classroom with students offers opportunity for theory to be applied in practice students must complete both field experience and practicum courses an assigned touro faculty member observes students for observation lessons in the practicum experience we suggest that the cooperating teacher provide different opportunities depending on the developmental level of the student s program some suggestions follow during the field experience phase of training 1 the opportunity to observe lessons and discuss strategies 2 the opportunity to plan lessons with the cooperating teacher and on his or her own 3 the opportunity to become familiar with the grade curriculum texts resources and school policies 4 the opportunity to interact with students in a range of educational settings during the practicum phase of training 1 all of the above opportunities 2 the opportunity to teach a gradually increasing number of lessons during the semester 3 the opportunity for feedback on observations of the lessons taught in order to focus students in their observation and to document time spent in class students have a number of forms to complete for their work in the field/practicum courses please explain to your field experience/practicum student the daily routine you would like him or her to follow absence policies etc structure and guidance will maximize the effectiveness of this experience touro s practicum instructor/advisor will observe the student at work in the classroom during the practicum component of the course after first conferring with the appropriate school staff members the student teacher should arrange a mutually acceptable date and time with his or her instructor for the lesson observation er07 682master2007 682studentintro2007.doc page 5 of 36 fall 2007

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touro college graduate school of education and psychology 946 kings highway room 216 brooklyn ny 11223 telephone 718-301-2031 fax 718-627-3684 professor jeffrey h dicker director of student teaching eileene leibowitz assistant director of student teaching dear students the following summary lists the items that you are required to include when submitting your final project this page will assist you throughout the term in completing your field experience and/or practicum course please refer to this page before spiral binding your final project 1 cover page a decorative cover will enhance your final project 2 table of contents ­ create a table of contents listing different sections of your project 3 school administrator s certification to be signed by the principal and cooperating teachers 4 student time sheet before entering information make three copies in case you have multiple schools or assignments 5 anecdotal log for field experience and/or practicum make thirty 30 copies of this form 15 weeks 2 per week these are analyses of classroom and school activities that you have observed 6 log for observations of lesson presentations make fifteen 15 copies of this form 15 weeks 1 per week these forms are to be used for detailed analyses of lessons you have observed 7 some issues of particular importance complete both pages 8 cooperating teacher evaluation form make copies for each cooperating teacher to complete for evaluation of your professional performance 9 written assignments follow instructions in the student guide note this is a professional work and should not have removable pages therefore please be sure to spiral bind your project oject2007.doc page 6 of 36 fall 2008

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education rd 43 west 23 st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 dear school administrator we are pleased that a touro college graduate student is completing his or her field experience or practicum in your school working with certified and licensed administrators and teachers in a professional environment is a key factor in our teacher education programs in order to document service in your school we ask that this form be completed thank you in advance for your cooperation feel free to contact us if you would like additional information or have any questions about our field experience/practicum courses sincerely date student name course number school name or number telephone number school address administrator s name date attests to the fact that is a nys accredited school administrator s signature school name/number cooperating teacher s name grade type of class type of nys teacher cert date cooperating teacher s name grade type of class type of nys teacher cert date cooperating teacher s name grade type of class type of nys teacher cert date cooperating teacher s name grade type of class type of nys teacher cert date fall 2007 er07 682master2007 699schoolcert2007.doc page 7 of 36

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education rd 43 west 23 st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 student time sheet edse682 field experience and practicum i early childhood general and special education birth-grade 2 name field experience in general education practicum in general education school grade school grade 50 hours 100 hours date hours coop supv teach date hours coop supv teach field experience in special education 100 hours date hours coop supv teach there are 3 grade levels birth ­ pre k kindergarten grades 1-2 and hours in general education and special education should be completed in at least two different grade levels additional copies of this form can be downloaded from the website of professor dicker jdicker.webhop.org 2time2007.doc page 8 of 36 fall 2008

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education 946 kings highway brooklyn ny 11223 telephone 718-301-2031 fax 718-627-3684 school of education and psychology graduate education and special education rd 43 west 23 st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 professor jeffrey h dicker director of student teaching eileene leibowitz assistant director of student teaching field experience activity checklist for cooperating teacher the following suggested activities are valuable parts of a field experience course different activities pertain to children at different developmental levels a cooperating teacher may choose to check off each activity as it is completed activities should not be limited to those appearing on the list 1 instructional responsibilities observe all the bulletin boards in and outside the classroom be able to stand in front of the class and give a mini-lesson or administer a test a mini-lesson can be reading a story giving an assignment demonstrate the ability to prepare a lesson plan with your cooperating teacher observe student work projects papers etc take class attendance learn of classroom procedures bathroom raising hands entering and dismissal 2 student and program evaluation help grade papers for cooperating teacher 3 program maintenance be aware of emergency procedures fire drills shelter drills intruder alert etc know where the student bathrooms are located have knowledge of the layout of the school auditorium principal s office etc bathrooms security desk support staff assistant principals cafeteria 4 classroom management observe how teacher handles behavior problems help with emergency situations participate in supervisory duties on the playground participate in supervisory duties in the cafeteria demonstrate knowledge of reporting procedures to parents 5 professional responsibilities be knowledgeable of the school calendar and school events parent-teacher conferences special programs etc become knowledgeable of new york state learning standards used in the classroom 6 additional teaching experiences observe specialists in the school pe teacher art teacher gifted/talented teacher special education teacher speech clinician reading teacher music teacher english as a second language teacher er07 682master2007 6f99activities2007.doc page 9 of 36 fall 2007

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education 946 kings highway brooklyn ny 11223 telephone 718-301-2031 fax 718-627-4243 school of education and psychology graduate education and special education 43 west 23rd st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 professor jeffrey h dicker director of student teaching eileene leibowitz assistant director of student teaching practicum activity checklist for cooperating teacher the following suggested activities would be valuable for our practicum student different activities pertain to work with children at different developmental levels a cooperating teacher may choose to check off each activity as it is completed activities are not limited to those appearing on the list 1 instructional responsibilities plan and assemble a bulletin board read a story aloud teach a small group spelling lesson math lesson reading lesson social studies lesson science lesson language arts lesson teach a large group art lesson music lesson social studies lesson science lesson language arts lesson reading lesson incorporate manipulatives into a lesson demonstrate the use of cooperative learning develop a complete unit in a specific subject area organize a field trip participate in a team teaching experience assume or share total planning and teaching for a particular lesson incorporate computer technology in a lesson incorporate library resources in a lesson demonstrate the ability to prepare lesson plans for a substitute teacher 2 student and program evaluation use pre-assessment formative assessment and summative assessment to choose and adapt evidence-based methods of instruction and intervention construct a test or evaluative tool administer a test or evaluative tool interpret test results use a test or evaluative tool to diagnose and suggest remediation for an individual student a group of students use authentic assessment tools such as observation anecdotal note taking portfolio evaluations and checklists 3 use of technology and other instructional aids demonstrate practical use of available technology cd player listening station opaque lcd and/or overhead projector copying machines video recorder laminating machine computer assisted learning electronic record keeping web page design internet lesson planning powerpoint or multimedia presentations 4 program maintenance supervise daily logistical activities demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures including location of sterile gloves demonstrate knowledge of function and responsibilities of support staff page 10 of 36

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5 classroom management manage individual and group behavior conducive to an effective learning climate maintain a neat and orderly classroom facilitate cooperative learning groups participate in supervisory duties on the playground participate in supervisory duties in the cafeteria maintain attendance records make and keep progress charts participate in maintaining cumulative records demonstrate knowledge of reporting procedures to parents 6 professional responsibilities attend after-school events including parent-teacher conferences attend faculty and in-service meetings learn all courses of study i.e programs of study mandated by the school system with the approval of cooperating teacher write a letter to pupils parents for example a letter of introduction or an information letter about a unit of study become familiar with the system used by the school district to assess the performance of teachers acquire knowledge of professional organizations and resources 7 additional teaching experiences prepare instructional plans for a teacher s aide or parent volunteer observe specialists pe teacher art teacher speech clinician music teacher reading teacher learning disabilities teacher gifted/talented teacher english as a second language teacher 8 other experiences including knowledge of school services and procedures for example clinical services school counseling services special testing special education homebound instruction page 11 of 36

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education 946 kings highway brooklyn ny 11223 telephone 718-301-2031 fax 718-627-3684 school of education and psychology graduate education and special education rd 43 west 23 st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 professor jeffrey h dicker director of student teaching eileene leibowitz assistant director of student teaching anecdotal log for field experience and practicum complete a minimum of 2 anecotal logs each week a total of 30 course semester field experience/practicum instructor name of touro student school school address class grade/age cooperating teacher date day of the week time started number of hours activities observed observations critical analysis of the observed activities with comments please consult the website of professor jeffrey h dicker to download this form jdicker.webhop.org 2008 edse 682 page 12 of 35 page 12 of 36

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate division log for observations of lesson presentations the student should complete a minimum of one per week a total of 15 touro student cooperating teacher school date class grade subject type of class lesson topic specify general or special education aim or behavioral objective applicable n.y.s learning standards http www.emsc.nysed.gov/nysatl/standards.html motivation review and link with prior knowledge explanation and demonstration of rules and procedures medial summaries opportunities for practice final summary assessment of understanding class management comments on lesson and related matters please consult the website of professor jeffrey h dicker to download this form jdicker.webhop.org h fepguides fepmaster07 682master2007 699lessonobserve2007.doc fall 2008 page 13 of 36

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touro college school of education and psychology graduate education and special education 946 kings highway brooklyn ny 11223 telephone 718-301-2031 fax 718-627-3684 school of education and psychology graduate education and special education rd 43 west 23 st office 301 new york ny 10010 telephone 212-463-0400 ext 797 fax 212-462-4889 professor jeffrey h dicker director of student teaching eileene leibowitz assistant director of student teaching edse682 field experience and practicum i early childhood general and special education birth-grade 2 some issues of particular importance in working with young children 1 although young children often have difficulty communicating their thoughts and feelings verbally their behavior often communicates meaning implicitly note instances in which a teacher seemed to correctly read a child s implicit communication through behavior a b c d e comments 2 teachers incorporate a variety of teaching approaches that appeal to various learning styles and modalities highlight various teacher activities that are responsive to different learning styles and modalities a b c d e comments 3 shy children are often hesitant about joining group play activities what have you observed teachers do with such children that is responsive to their fears needs and wishes a b c d e comments er07 682master2007 682importance2007.doc page 14 of 36 fall 2007

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edse682 field experience and practicum i early childhood general and special education birth-grade 2 page 2 some issues of particular importance in working with young children 4 creating a safe secure emotional as well as physical environment is particularly important in working with young children what are some ways you have observed teachers contributing to the creation of secure relationships and a safe emotional climate a b c d e comments 5 developmentally appropriate curriculum provides for a child s physical emotional social linguistic aesthetic and cognitive development cite some of the ways in which teachers you have observed encourage development in these areas a b c d e comments 6 how do teachers you have observed provide opportunities to support children s home culture and possibly language while also developing their ability to comfortably participate in the shared culture of the school community a b c d e comments windowpc f danweb 101web touro fepguides fepmaster07 682master2007 682importance2007.doc page 15 of 36 fall 2007

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