Syllabi for Mrs. Barnhill
EPI 0945 Diversity Field Experience
Syllabus
CLASS SCHEDULE: 2011 ONLINE (CRN )
PROFESSOR: Cassandra Barnhill
E-MAIL: NOTE: When class begins, Blackboard e-mail will be used for all course-related communications. Atlas e-mail should be used for official grade inquiries and other college communications, such as registration, financial aid, etc.
DEPARTMENT: Educator Preparation Institute
CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course consists of a 15-hour field experience in a public, charter, or accredited private school.
ONLINE COURSE: A course in which all of the content is delivered online using the college-approved course management system (Blackboard).
REQUIRED TEXT(S): None
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS: For internet and computer hardware requirements please visit http://valenciacollege.edu/ltad/students/tech_req.asp.
A flash drive is also mandatory for storing class materials and artifacts. Do not store your classwork in only one place; you should store it in several places (your computer and several flash drives).
It also recommended that you review the tutorial learning module for Blackboard located on the Content page of the course in Blackboard.
If you need assistance with Blackboard, contact the Valencia Blackboard Help Desk through email at webcthelp@valenciacollege.edu or by calling 407-582-5600.
| COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of this module, learners should be able to. . . | by completing the following ARTIFACTS. . . |
| 1. Complete a series of experiences designed to give prospective teachers an insight on the varied backgrounds and cultures of students in public schools.
2. Form a cohort who may meet to discuss these experiences.
3. Relate these experiences to course topics in EPI 0030.
4. Define a broader view of the social aspects of diversity and describe its effects on the personal beliefs and prejudices of the teacher.
5. Recognize that personal beliefs and prejudices may adversely effect the learning process. | Interviews Understanding how the classroom and the school in which you are observing will improve your field experience. Interview the following school personnel and write a reflection about what you learned. Suggested questions have been included, but you should feel free to add your own questions.
Observations Classroom observations are a very important part of a field experience. Conduct a four to five (4 to 5) hour observation in each of the following three (3) areas:
Reflections Write a reflection for each of the areas listed above. Your reflections should begin with a summary of your observations and conclude with your thoughts on the observations. Your reflections should include how your observations apply to your current and/or future classroom. The following questions will help guide your reflections. You do not have to answer all questions posed. Reflections should be 2 to 3 pages typed, double-spaced, and are submitted via Blackboard under the appropriate assignment.
Discussions on Blackboard For each discussion, you will post your own answer to the questions and respond to two other group member’s posts. The discussions will relate to your observation topics and interviews.
Certificate of Observations Each student who is not in a full-time teaching position must complete and submit a certificate of observation.
Teaching Demonstration One teaching demonstration must be completed by ALL students enrolled in this course, including current teachers, in order to receive credit for this course. See the Field Experience Handbook for details for the teaching demonstration. |
COURSE ASSIGNMENTS:
All formal assignments should adhere to standard written English. Each spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other error will result in a 1 point deduction. If you have any doubts about your writing skills, please go to the Writing Center in Building 3, Room 100 for assistance.
Assignments and/or artifacts completed in this and other EPI courses may be placed into your electronic teaching portfolio to demonstrate specific teaching competencies.
GRADING SCALE:
90% and above A Artifacts:
80%-89% B Interviews 100
70%-79% C Discussions 50
Below 70% F Reflections 150
Total 300
All artifacts and assignments must be completed in order to receive a passing grade for this course, including the Portfolio Assignment (with ONE PAGE, SINGLE-SPACED reflection) and the Teaching Demonstration (all three components).
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:
Blackboard: All assignments and their due dates will be located in Blackboard for the course. Additional readings and information will also be posted.
COMPUTER LAB USAGE: Remember that when utilizing Valencia College computer labs, food and drink are not permitted. For additional information, see http://www.valenciacollege.edu/labs.
ACADEMIC HONESTY: All forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited at Valencia College (Policy Number 6Hx28: 10-16). For more information, see http://www.valenciacollege.edu/policies.
STUDENTS REQUIRING ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATION: Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a letter from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.
Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.
Contact information:
West Campus SSB, Rm. 102 Ph: 407-582-1523 Fax: 407-582-1326 TTY: 407-582-1222
VALENCIA STUDENT CORE COMPETENCIES: The faculty of Valencia College has established four Core Competencies that describe the learning outcomes: THINK, VALUE, COMMUNICATE, and ACT. These general competencies can be applied in many contexts and must be developed over a lifetime. They specify how learning can be expressed and assessed in practice. They enable students and faculty to set learning goals and assess learning within and across the many disciplines of human inquiry. Further details about these competencies can be found at http://valenciacollege.edu/competencies.
POSSIBLE NECESSITY OF SCHEDULE/CONTENT MODIFICATION: Course schedule and/or content may be changed at the professional discretion of the professor.
WITHDRAWAL POICY: Students may withdraw themselves for a W up until the withdrawal deadline. After the withdrawal deadline each semester, students can no longer withdraw themselves. Professors can withdraw students for a W after the deadline only for excessive absences. After the withdrawal deadline, the professor will not withdraw students; students will receive the grade they have earned based on their classroom performance, participation, and points earned. Grades of WP and WF are no longer given.
***The withdrawal dates for this semester are as follows:
Full Term =
1st Term =
2nd Term =
EPI 0945 Checklist
____ Handbook Acknowledgment
____ General Education Classroom Reflection
____ ESE Teacher Interview
____ ESE Classroom Reflection
____ ESOL Teacher Interview
____ ESOL Classroom Reflection
____ Certificate of Observations
____ Portfolio Assignment (including ONE PAGE, SINGLE-SPACED reflection)
____ General Education Classroom Discussion Post
____ ____ Replies
____ ESE Strategies in a General Education Classroom Discussion Post
____ ____ Replies
____ ESOL Strategies in a General Education Classroom Discussion Post
____ ____ Replies
____ ESE Classroom Discussion Post
____ ____ Replies
____ ESOL Classroom Discussion Post
____ ____ Replies
____Teaching Demonstration (REQUIRED for ALL students, including current teachers)
____ Lesson Plan
____ Lesson Analysis
____ Evaluation Form: completed, signed EPI Evaluation From OR completed, signed Marzano form (required for ALL students, including full time teachers)