Download - NIE Briefing
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Practicum Briefing for
PGDE Sec/JC July 2013 Intake
and
PGDE PE July 2012 Intake
Student Teachers (Part 2)
by
A/P Ivy Tan (Sub-Dean, Practicum)
January 2014
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Briefing Overview
1. How?
a. Lesson observation-feedback cycle
b. Assessment
2. Practicum Office
3. NIE Wellness Centre
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1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
The process comprises a 3-stage cycle:
1. Pre-Observation Conference
2. Lesson Observation
3. Feedback Conference
NIES and CTs may or may not announce exact date and time
of the formal observations.
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1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
1. Pre-Observation Conference
Check to see that the lesson plan
Has definite, meaningful goals/objectives,
Is relevant to the topic/subject,
Is appropriate for the class/level,
Is workable in terms of methods/time given.
Agree on points of focus for the observation
Decide the time for the Feedback Conference (same day)
Written report to follow within that week
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2. Lesson Observation
NEW Assessment of Performance in Teaching (APT) form
the strengths and weaknesses of the student teachers teaching competencies in two main areas - Teaching
Processes and Professional Attributes and Attitudes:
Part A: Teaching Processes
Lesson preparation
Lesson implementation
Feedback and evaluation
Classroom management
Part B: Professional Attributes and Attitudes
Learner-Centred Values
Teacher Identity
Service to School
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
Sample of the new APT Form :
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
PART A: TEACHING PROCESSES
PROCESSES COMPETENCIES
1. LESSON
PREPARATION
Delineates appropriate learning objectives
Selects appropriate sequence and content
Selects appropriate teaching strategies, learning activities
and resources/equipment
Caters to pupils diverse needs and abilities Develops a workable/appropriate time schedule
Selects appropriate venue and set up (# PE only)
# PE only where environment is safe and space is maximised for effective teaching and learning.
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
PART A: TEACHING PROCESSES
PROCESSES COMPETENCIES
2. LESSON
IMPLEMENTATION
Introduces and concludes lesson appropriately
Arouses and sustains pupil interest
Encourages pupil participation
Gives clear explanations/demonstrations
Questions and responds appropriately
Stimulates higher-order thinking
Uses voice and language appropriately
Organises and facilitates individual/group learning
effectively
Integrates IT/media/resources effectively and/or
creatively
Paces lesson appropriately
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
PART A: TEACHING PROCESSES
PROCESSES COMPETENCIES
3. FEEDBACK and
ASSESSMENT
Gives appropriate and timely feedback to pupils
Monitors and addresses pupil understanding
Gives meaningful tasks/homework
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
PART A: TEACHING PROCESSES
PROCESSES COMPETENCIES
4. CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT
Establishes interaction and rapport with pupils
Sets and enforces classroom rules/routines effectively
Maintains discipline in a positive way
Creates a secure environment which engenders trust
and respect
Creates an environment that empowers pupils
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
PART B: PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND ATTITUDES
LEARNER-CENTRED VALUES
Shows care and concern for pupils
Encourages pupils interest in the subject Has high expectations of pupils
Respects diversity of pupils backgrounds
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
PART B: PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND ATTITUDES
TEACHER IDENTITY
Has professional integrity
Able to adapt to different situations when necessary
Shows perseverance
Is receptive to feedback
Is reflective
Reports punctually for lessons and school events
Completes and submits assigned tasks on time
Marks pupils work promptly and accurately Is sensitive to socio-cultural diversity
Projects a professional image
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
PART B: PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND ATTITUDES
SERVICE to SCHOOL
Shows initiative
Works well with peers and colleagues
Supports schools events and programmes
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form : Grading for processes 1 4 (Part A)
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
Competency Level
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
Not Yet Emerging Satisfactory Proficient Excellent
Unable to
apply most of
the relevant
competencies
of the
process
Applies some
of the
relevant
competencies
of the
process
Applies most
of the
relevant
competencies
of the
process quite
effectively
Applies most
of the
relevant
competencies
of the
process
effectively
Applies all
the relevant
competencies
of the
process
confidently
and skilfully
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THE LESSON OBSERVATION-FEEDBACK CYCLE
The APT Form : Grading for Professional Attributes and Attitudes (Part B)
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
Unacceptable Fails to behave in a professional manner despite reminders
Acceptable Exhibits professional qualities in some relevant situations
Good Exhibits professional qualities in most relevant situations
Excellent Exhibits professional qualities in an exemplary and
consistent manner
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3. Feedback Conference
The conference should be held soon after the lesson observation.
Oral feedback preferably within the same day
Written feedback within a week (keep a photocopy in your Practicum File)
Its important that you reflect after each lesson and write down
your thoughts. For example
what do you like about the lesson?
what dont you like about the lesson?
what could you have done differently?
1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
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1a. Lesson Observation-Feedback Cycle
The Practicum File
Maintain an updated Practicum File all lesson plans and related materials
APT forms from CT(s) and NIES
school handouts
photocopies of MCs
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1b. Assessment
Cooperating Teachers :
Formative assessments via lesson observations and reported on APT forms
Summative APT report by Main CT
School Coordinating Mentor and Principal :
Summative assessment, highlighting professional attitude and conduct, in consultation with CTs
NIE Supervisor :
Formative assessment via 2 lesson observations and reported on APT forms
Summative assessment based on APT reports and input from school personnel (CTs, P/VP, SCM)
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Overall grade for final practicums :
DISTINCTION / CREDIT / PASS / FAIL
An additional visit by a moderator for potential DISTINCTION and FAIL cases.
Moderators visit doesnt have to be announced.
ALL FAIL cases must repeat practicum before
they are allowed to graduate.
1b. Assessment
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TP Failure/Incomplete
NIE results in June 2014.
10-week re-TP in Term 3 of this school calendar year, i.e., 30 June 05 September 2014
Pay your own NIE fees
Will be put on No Pay Leave scheme (MOE policy)
NIE will release TP results officially only at end of semester Dec 2014.
Graduate one semester later than your cohort
1b. Assessment
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Location: Block 2, Level 3
Tel no.: 6790 3308
Fax no.: 6896 9110
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.nie.edu.sg/practicum
2. Practicum Office
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NIE has a Wellness Centre that provides counselling for
student teachers.
Enquiries
Dr Kristina Burgetova
Tel: (65) 6790 3201
Email: [email protected]
Appointments
Tel: (65) 6790 3318
Email: [email protected]
3. NIE Wellness Centre
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All the Best!