Syllabi for Mrs. Barnhill
EPI 0940 Professional Foundations Field Experience
Online Course Syllabus
CLASS SCHEDULE: 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
DEPARTMENT OFFICE AND PHONE: West Campus 1-255; 407-582-5473
OFFICE HOURS:
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 suggested for storing class materials and artifacts. You must keep several backup copies of your assignments and completed rubrics for your portfolio. Keep them in different areas, not just in one place (on your computer AND on several flash drives).
If you need assistance with Blackboard, contact the Valencia Blackboard Help Desk through e-mail 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. 1. Complete a series of experiences designed to give prospective teachers an insight into the instructional process. 2. 3. 2. Form a cohort who may meet to discuss these experiences. 4. 5. 3. Relate these experiences to the course topics in EPI 0020. 6. 7. 4. Define a broader view of the organization and administration aspects of the public schools. 8. 9. 5. Recognize the professional perspective of those in the teaching profession.
| 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.
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Observations Classroom observations are a very important part of a field experience. Conduct a two to three (2-3) hour observation in each of the following five (5) areas:
Reflections Write a reflection for each of the areas listed above. Your reflection should begin with a summary of your observations and conclude with your thoughts on the observations. 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 in Blackboard Each student may be assigned to a group for some discussions in 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.
Teaching Demonstration One teaching demonstration must be completed by all students enrolled in this course in order to receive credit for this course. See the Field Experience Handbook for details about the demonstration. |
COURSE ASSIGNMENTS:
All formal assignments should adhere to standard written English. If you have any doubts about your writing skills, please go to the Writing Center on one of the Valencia College campuses 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 250
Total 400
All artifacts and the Teaching Demonstration must be completed by all students enrolled in this course in order to receive a passing grade for this course.
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.
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 and participation. Grades of WP and WF are no longer given.
***The withdrawal dates for this semester are as follows:
Full Term =
1st Term =
2nd Term =
POSSIBLE NECESSITY OF SCHEDULE/CONTENT MODIFICATION: Course schedule and/or content may be changed at the professional discretion of the professor.
EPI 0940 CHECKLIST
____ Handbook Acknowledgment
____ Supervising/Mentor Teacher Interview
____ Classroom Management Reflection
____ Instructional Strategies Reflection
____ Technology Reflection
____ Learning Theories Reflection
____ Faculty Meeting/Professional Development Session Reflection
____ Administrator/Support Person Interview
____ Certificate of Observations
____ Portfolio Assignment, including ONE PAGE, SINGLE SPACED reflection
____ Teaching Demonstration (REQUIRED for ALL students, INCLUDING current teachers)
____ Completed, signed EPI Evaluation form OR completed, signed Marzano form
____ Lesson Plan
____ Lesson Analysis
____ Classroom Management Discussion Post
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____ Instructional Strategies Discussion Post
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____ Technology Discussion Post
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____ Learning Theories Discussion Post
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____ Faculty Meeting/Professional Development Session Discussion Post
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