Welcome to Intermediate/Senior Methods: ©2009, Dr. Douglas Gosse, Nipissing University Portfolios! The resume of today!

2 Portfolio Assignment Please Refer to Handout Class 22, Block V, week of April 19-23, 2010 Teaching Portfolio Of Johnny B. Goode

3 Standards of Practice

44 A Professional Portfolio Is: An evolving collection of carefully selected or composed professional thoughts, goals and experiences. It represents who you are, what you do, and how you plan on achieving your goals. S.M. Evans 1995 Professional Portfolios: Documenting & presenting performance excellence)

55 A Well-Prepared Portfolio should… Document the Scope and Quality of Your Experience and Training Showcase your Skills and Abilities Showcase Your Achievements

66 Why Make a Portfolio? 1.It can give you an edge in an interview 2.It will help you with your first year performance appraisal 3.It is needed for promotion to an administrative or consultant position 4.It is a great way for you to keep track of your past, thus helping you to guide your present and future practice

77 Nine Required Components (1) Cover/Title Page Usually placed in the front of your binder (try to get a binder that has an insert pocket right on the front *You may want to include a picture of yourself, and perhaps include an educational quote that summarizes you philosophy on teaching *You may also include a picture or symbol of something that summarizes your approach to teaching

88 (2) Table of Contents A list of all documents in your portfolio with corresponding page numbers This provides a quick and easy method of finding specific components in your portfolio

99 (3) Overview of Candidate Cover letter (application letter to Board of Education) Resume/Curriculum Vitae (include 3 references who have seen you teach) letters of reference (minimum of 2) transcripts/photocopy of degrees * criminal check *( if required) pastoral reference

10 (4) Commitment to Students & Student Learning observation #1 essay with corrections philosophy of education Evidence of understanding students at risk and the Pygmalion Theory Classroom management plan Cooperative discipline behavioural contract Sample IEP, IEP critique, and/or exceptionality profile *Anything else that will show commitment to student learning

11 (5) Professional Knowledge evidence of understanding multiple intelligences evidence of understanding current views on differentiation from the Ministry and educational research evidence of understanding metacognitive, human learning strategies for enhanced learning & literacy (Seifert) *evidence of understanding diverse curriculum theories *evidence of understanding current legislation and Ministry policies beyond differentiation *entry plan *other documentation

12 (6) Professional Practice unit plan overview, 3-7 pages only three taught lesson plans with reflections & handouts (2 variations DIPF & APF) all practice teaching reports 2 original assessments and the corresponding recording devices—include specific curriculum expectations (i.e. rubrics, rating scales, checklists, anecdotal records) 2 different samples of technology products used in lessons (e.g.Webquests, Hyperstudio, PowerPoint, Keynote, etc.) 3 samples of mind maps used with students—include specific curriculum expectations *other documentation

13 (7) Leadership in Learning Communities examples of personal interests, talents and skills newsletter add evidence of “Diversity jigsaw” from Block IV *web page/web site *documentation of relevant volunteer work & coaching *other documentation

14 (8) Ongoing Professional Learning documentation of additional workshops/conferences/courses attended or presented *professional growth/learning plan *documentation of awards, achievements, accreditation *other documentation

15 How Do I Put It Together? Loose-leaf portfolio, notebook with zipper A supply of non-glare plastic page covers to hold materials Well organized, professional manner Use dividers to separate your components

16 How to Present your Portfolio? Let potential employer know about your Portfolio from the very beginning of your job search Mention your Portfolio in your cover letter Take your Portfolio to interviews Respond to questions with Portfolio examples when appropriate If you cannot show whole Portfolio, offer samples Leave electronic version after interview (if applicable)

17 The Professional Portfolio assignment is designed to prepare you for job interviews and your transition to the teaching profession. The portfolio is worth 20%. DUE DATE: Class 22, Block V, week of April 19-23, 2010 EXPECTATIONS: The pre-service teacher will: develop a Professional Portfolio that reflects the Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession stated by the Ontario College of Teachers: develop a Professional Portfolio that demonstrates knowledge, skills, attitudes and experiences that are relevant to exemplary teaching practices.

18 Submission: You may choose on of the following two options: (1) Hand in the portfolio for marking (2) A 20 minute interview-conference where you get to present your portfolio to me

19 Technologically Savvy Students: You may want to create an E-Portfolio, with all of the required components in an electronic format, hence you will be handing in a CD or DVD.

20 Tips for Student Teachers (video clip)

21 Sample Units Please consult the folder, “Gr Units” There may be methods/strategies to enrich your teaching and planning HW: lesson plan #2 is due Block II, 2 nd class; please bring a hard copy to 1 st class for editing & critiquing with your checklist!

22 Food for Thought! “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Abraham Lincoln Happy Practicum! Plan wisely!

23 Resources A Teacher’s Professional Portfolio: A Working Guide – ETFO from ssionalism.pdf ssionalism.pdf Professional Portfolios, A District 11 OSSTF Resource Pamphlet from Visit: Josh Murphy’s student teacher portfolio: Carl Harod’s music teacher portfolio:

24 References Gosse, D. (2008). Portfolios. Methods A-Z, retrieved Sept. 9, 2009 from Holburn, P. (1988). Becoming a Reflective Practitioner. Toronto: Kagan & Woo Ltd. Rolheiser, C., & Ross, J. (2000). Student Self-Evaluation-What Do We Know? Orbit, 30(4), Schwartz, S., & Pollishuke, M. (2005). Creating the Dynamic Classroom, A Handbook for Teachers. Toronto: Pearson Education Canada Inc. “Tips for student teachers” from youtube.com “I can’t get no cooperation” by Sesame Street” from youtube.com Acknowledgements: thanks to Dr. John Vitale for sharing his resources