The seminar leader is responsible for fulfilling the following requirements: • Discuss Practicum I and other NCE/NLU policies • Facilitate discussion of practicum classroom experiences in seminars • Assess all candidate submissions of required assignments • Assign the final grade for Practicum I For the Cooperating Teacher We ask that cooperating teachers become familiar with the Practicum I requirements as described in this handbook and assume the following responsibilities: 1. Provide oral and written feedback to the candidate on planning a. Articulate the school’s program goals and assist the candidate in creating appropriate learning experiences. b. Review and approve, by initialing, the lesson plan for the whole class in advance of instruction. We recommend that this be done with enough time for the candidate to make any suggested changes in the plan. c. Invite the candidate to participate in department planning sessions, faculty meetings and professional conferences when appropriate. 2. Provide oral and written feedback to the candidate on instruction a. Observe teacher candidate interactions in the classroom on a regular basis. Give specific feedback on strengths and areas in need of growth. Discuss alternative strategies and techniques that have been successful as well as those that have not. b. Demonstrate effective teaching and assist the teacher candidate in analyzing its effect on student learning. 3. Evaluate the teacher candidate a. Discuss insights regarding the teacher candidate’s abilities and professional competencies in the classroom with the teacher candidate. Meeting NCE/NLU Requirements Contributing to the evaluation of the Practicum I experience is appropriately fulfilling all course and university requirements as outlined in the beginning of this Handbook. These include all class assignments, attendance, and planning, teaching, and analyzing a lesson taught to the entire class. Clinical Forms Copies of the Clinical Forms listed below are part of this handbook. Candidates are expected to print copies for use in seeking a placement for Practicum I. • Placement Information • Calendar • Letter of Introduction • Guidelines for the Principal • Guidelines for the Cooperating Teacher
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