Tracy Glidden EDU 650 Final Project November 17, 2014

My name is Tracy Glidden I am mother to two grown children I have the heart of a teacher and currently teach Sunday School for 3 rd and 4 th graders My life is balanced with my roles as student, worker, friend, and daughter StudentStudentTeacherTeacher Mother DaughterDaughterFriendFriendWorkerWorker

I have my Florida Teacher Letter of Eligibility Currently employed as an Admissions Counselor at a local college Prior experience with New Employee Training Former Real Estate Agent Worked as a Bartender/Server for many years Teach 3rd/4th grade Sunday School

Mutual Respect – earned and expected Personal and civic responsibility Communication with parents – open door policy My best efforts – everyday Connect with each student Model and participate to learn Acknowledge different learning styles

The goal for my classroom is to provide an atmosphere that is engaging for the students and supports multiple levels of learning. It is wise to “identify and evaluate existing classroom structures” before implementing any new classroom plan (Sayeski & Brown, Nov 2014, Vol 47 Issue 2, p. 119). By first observing the students’ strengths and weaknesses, I can better provide the tools they will need to be successful.

Space Coast Jr./Sr. High School Astronaut High Differences/Similarities identified between schools. Points to consider Type of School Hybrid/Blended Classroom Model Traditional Classroom Model Methods differ based on available resources Total Population/ Demographics 1553 Total Students 75% White 25% Minority Middle class area 1127 Total Students 73% White 27% Minority Low income area Demographics are similar except for the income range Student to Teacher Ratio 1553/ /75 Ratios are not much different Key Issues FacingTime Exactly the same Role of Technology Multiple computers, tablets, and other high- tech gadgets available. Important for standardized testing and life skills. While technology is important in both classrooms, it is not readily available in each. 21 st Century SkillsCritical thinking. Problem-solving, working as a group in collaboration. Seamless integration of technology into both teaching and student response. Very similar ideas for skills

Overall Assessment Summative Formative Overall Assessment can be determined by using Formative and Summative Types Used throughout the learning process Should be used alongside other methods Building blocks for education Avoid negative consequences by using assessments appropriately Support learning by using both types in conjunction

Professional learning communities are designed for teachers to collaborate with their peers to increase their knowledge and skills. “There are five specific characteristics of a professional learning community, which include shared beliefs, values and vision; share and supportive leadership; collective learning and its application; supportive conditions; and shared personal practice,” (Newman, 2013, p. 13.3). Continual learning in these communities will help us as educators to support one another and continue to grow in our profession.

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Newman, R. (2013). Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century: Connecting the Dots. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, Inc. Sayeski K. L., & Brown, M. R. (Nov 2014, Vol 47 Issue 2). Developing a Classroom Management Plan Using a Tiered Approach. Teaching Exceptional Children,