PRACTICE TEACHING 2009/2010. PRACTICE TEACHING CONTACTS 1.Your Faculty Advisor 2.Practice Teaching Placement Officer: Ursula Boyer OR Mary Lucenti Email:

PRACTICE TEACHING

2009/2010

PRACTICE TEACHING CONTACTS

1. Your Faculty Advisor

2. Practice Teaching Placement Officer: Ursula Boyer OR Mary Lucenti Email: [email protected] Faculty of Education, F201

3. Olive Ridler, Faculty Practice Teaching Course Email: [email protected]

PRACTICE TEACHING COURSE

Primary/Junior – EDUC 4684

Junior/Intermediate – EDUC 4694

Intermediate/Senior – EDUC 4355

•Class hours, workshops

•12 weeks of practicum

Practice Teaching Course is PASS OR FAIL

Students must pass the course in order to:

• Receive BEd Degree

• Be recommended to the Ontario College of Teachers

• Retain credit for academic courses taken

PRACTICE TEACHING CLASS

Mary Lucenti & Ursula Boyer

(Faculty of Education, F201)

SEPTEMBER 21 – SEPTEMBER 25, 2009

• Arrangement of placements

• Faculty Advisor

• Evaluations


Week of October 5, 2009

Professor Olive Ridler

• Focus on weeks 2 & 3 (Oct. 13 – 23)

• Classroom Observation Day (October 13)

• Practice Teaching Report


Week of November 9


• Review of Session 1

• Focus on weeks 4, 5, 6, (Nov. 16-Dec. 4)



Week of February 1


• Overview of Session 2 (Feb. 8-26 & Mar. 1-26)


ADVISORY MEETINGS 2009/2010

• October 7, 2009 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

• February 2, 2010 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

PT CLASS - WEEK OF OCTOBER 26

• Resume Writing Workshop, Lianne Gagne

PT CLASS - WEEK OF NOVEMBER 2• Job Search Workshop (JS)

Lianne Gagne (Student Affairs, A201B)

OCTOBER 30• Federation Workshops (ETFO, OECTA, OSSTF)

NOVEMBER 10• OSSTF (Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation)

WORKSHOPS

NOVEMBER 13• QECO (Qualifications Evaluation Council of Ontario)

DECEMBER 11• Ontario College of Teachers• Interview Skills Workshop JANUARY 29 (FRIDAY)• School Board Information Fair

Please direct your attention to #5

_____________________________ ____________________________ Signature Date

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FACULTY OF EDUCATION

PRACTICE TEACHING PLACEMENT OFFICE Telephone (705)474-3461 ext. 4555 or 4465 Fax (705)495-1303

PRACTICUM INFORMATION

Please read carefully. Refer to this information when you are filling out the Practicum Registration Form included in this package. Please return this signed sheet along with your Practicum Registration Information. 1. Due to the large number of students in the Bachelor of Education program and the fact that we work with 52

school boards, it is not possible to accommodate special considerations of individual students. We are sorry that we are unable to make special arrangements for parents of young children, for students working part-time jobs, etc. Hopefully this early notification will assist you in making appropriate arrangements.

2. Candidates will complete all practice teaching weeks with one school board. 3. Some school boards need to know which students graduated from their system as well as their permanent

address. It would be helpful if you would provide this information on the enclosed form. 4. There are a limited number of associate teachers in all areas. While we will try to honour the choices of

candidates, student teachers must leave the decision and any negotiation strictly to the Practice Teaching Office and the School Board.

5. Student teaching is expensive and you are responsible for making your own arrangements regarding

transportation and living accommodations. You should take into consideration that travel time is necessary and you can expect that a long commute (an hour or more) to your placement is not unreasonable. In some cases, you may be required to travel to a placement that is not accessible by public transportation. In these cases, you will be required to make your own arrangements regarding transportation.

6. The Practicum Registration Forms, completed by candidates as part of the pre-registration procedures, serves

only as a guideline for allocation. Candidates MUST NOT undertake negotiations with a school board, individual schools, or teachers to arrange placements. In addition, the candidate cannot make demands of the Practice Teaching Office with respect to a specific placement by requesting a particular school, teacher or grade/subject.

Signing this consent form indicates that you have agreed to the above conditions. Changes to practice teaching placements will not be made during the year.

5. Student teaching is expensive and you are responsible for making your own arrangements regarding transportation and living accommodations. You should take into consideration that travel time is necessary and you can expect that a long commute (an hour or more) to your placement is not unreasonable. In some cases, you may be required to travel to a placement that is not accessible by public transportation. In these cases, you will be required to make your own arrangements regarding transportation.

Now, please direct your attention to #6

_____________________________ ____________________________ Signature Date

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FACULTY OF EDUCATION

PRACTICE TEACHING PLACEMENT OFFICE Telephone (705)474-3461 ext. 4555 or 4465 Fax (705)495-1303

PRACTICUM INFORMATION

Please read carefully. Refer to this information when you are filling out the Practicum Registration Form included in this package. Please return this signed sheet along with your Practicum Registration Information. 1. Due to the large number of students in the Bachelor of Education program and the fact that we work with 52

school boards, it is not possible to accommodate special considerations of individual students. We are sorry that we are unable to make special arrangements for parents of young children, for students working part -time jobs, etc. Hopefully this early notification will assist you in making appropriate arrangements.

2. Candidates will complete all practice teaching weeks with one school board. 3. Some school boards need to know which students graduated from their system as well as their permanent

address. It would be helpful if you would provide this information on the enclosed form. 4. There are a limited number of associate teachers in all areas. While we will try to honour the choices of

candidates, student teachers must leave the decision and any negotiation strictly to the Practice Teaching Office and the School Board.

5. Student teaching is expensive and you are responsible for making your own arrangements regarding

transportation and living accommodations. You should take into consideration that travel time is necessary and you can expect that a long commute (an hour or more) to your placement is not unreasonable. In some cases, you may be required to travel to a placement that is not accessible by public transportation. In these cases, you will be required to make your own arrangements regarding transportation.

6. The Practicum Registration Forms, completed by candidates as part of the pre-registration procedures, serves

only as a guideline for allocation. Candidates MUST NOT undertake negotiations with a school board, individual schools, or teachers to arrange placements. In addition, the candidate cannot make demands of the Practice Teaching Office with respect to a specific placement by requesting a particular school, teacher or grade/subject.

Signing this consent form indicates that you have agreed to the above conditions. Changes to practice teaching placements will not be made during the year.

6. The Practicum Registration Forms, completed by candidates as part of the pre-registration procedures, serve only as a guideline for allocation. Candidates MUST NOT undertake negotiations with a school board, individual schools, or teachers to arrange placements. In addition, the candidate cannot make demands of the Practice Teaching Office with respect to a specific placement by requesting a particular school, teacher or grade/subject.

Board Choice Form

We strongly recommend that you research the hiring practices of school boards. It could have an impact on how you choose your school boards.

2009

AUG. 31-SEPT. 04 Orientation/Classes

SEPT. 07-11 (LABOUR DAY, SEPT. 7)CLASSROOM ORIENTATION WEEK 1

SEPT. 14-18 Classes at Nipissing UniversitySEPT. 21-25 Classes at Nipissing UniversitySEPT. 28-OCT. 02 Classes at Nipissing UniversityOCT. 05-09 Classes at Nipissing UniversityOCT. 13-16 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 2

(THANKSGIVING, OCT. 12)OCT. 19-23 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 3OCT. 26-30 Classes at Nipissing UniversityNOV. 02-06 Classes at Nipissing UniversityNOV. 09-13 Classes at Nipissing UniversityNOV. 16-20 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 4NOV. 23-27 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 5NOV. 30-DEC. 04 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 6DEC. 07-11 Classes at Nipissing UniversityDEC. 14-18 Classes at Nipissing UniversityDEC. 21-25 BREAK

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FALL PLACEMENT BLOCK

2010

DEC. 28-JAN. 01 BREAKJAN. 04-08 Classes at Nipissing UniversityJAN. 11-15 Classes at Nipissing UniversityJAN. 18-22 Classes at Nipissing UniversityJAN. 25-29 Classes at Nipissing UniversityFEB. 01-05 Classes at Nipissing UniversityFEB. 08-12 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 7FEB. 16-19 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 8

(Family Day Feb. 15)FEB. 22-26 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 9MAR. 01-05 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 10MAR. 08-12 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 11MAR. 15-19 Study WeekMAR. 22-26 PRACTICE TEACHING WEEK 12MAR. 29-APR. 02 Classes at Nipissing University (Good Friday Apr. 02)

APR. 05-09 (Easter Monday Apr. 5) Classes at Nipissing University APR. 12-16 Classes at Nipissing UniversityAPR. 19-23 Classes at Nipissing UniversityAPR. 26-30 EXAMS

WINTER PLACEMENT BLOCK

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Option Courses:

Native Education

Outdoor Education

Kindergarten

Other:

International

Special Education

*Alternative placements are

three weeks

EXAMPLE PRACTICE TEACHING PLACEMENT

Junior/Intermediate student – NO OPTIONS:

• Fall Block – Grade 7/8

• Winter Block – Grade 4-6

Junior/Intermediate student – WITH OPTIONS:

• Fall Block – Grade 7/8

• Winter Block – Feb. 8-26 International

Mar. 1-26 Grade 4 - 6

EXAMPLE PRACTICE TEACHING PLACEMENT

The associate teacher practicum kit contains:

General Practice Teaching Information for the Associate TeacherPractice Teaching Calendar – Session OneAdvance Information FormsPayment Information Associate Teacher Tuition Credit Program InformationAssociate Teacher Additional Qualifications CoursePractice Teaching Reports (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION)Graded Practice Teaching Report (Oct. 12-23) – due November 6thGraded Practice Teaching Report (Nov. 16-Dec. 4) – due December 18th Practice Teaching HandbookReturn Envelopes

ASSOCIATE TEACHER’S KIT

SUBJECT MATTER FOR STUDENT LESSONS

PRIMARY/JUNIOR

Faculty of Education students who are in the primary/junior division study subject areas according to the following schedule:

Language Arts and Math are studied throughout the year. Science, Music, Visual Art, Social Studies and Physical Education and Health are studied either semester one or two.


JUNIOR/INTERMEDIATE

Faculty of Education students who are in the junior/intermediate division study subject areas according to the following schedule:

Language Arts is studied throughout the year. Math, Science, Music, Visual Art, Social Studies and Physical Education and Health are studied either semester one or two.

INTERMEDIATE/SENIOR

Faculty of Education students who are in the intermediate/senior division take two electives all year and have exposure to teaching methodology in a few subjects other than their teaching subjects.


Associate teacher has student’s Nipissing email address to send

advance information.

ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR STUDENT TEACHER

STUDENT TEACHER NAME:________________ SECTION #_______________

ASSOCIATE TEACHER:____________________________________________

SCHOOL: _______________________ CITY:___________________________

ASSOCIATE TEACHER E-MAIL ADDRESS (OPTIONAL): ________________

DATE(S): Oct. 13-Oct. 23, 2009 GRADES: ____________

Please note that this form is for outlining areas of study rather than the assignment of specific lessons.

_________________________________________________________________

Field of Study Units, Topic, Books, Learning Materials, etc.

Associate teacher has student’s Nipissing email address to send

advance information.

ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR STUDENT TEACHER

STUDENT TEACHER NAME:________________ SECTION #_______________

ASSOCIATE TEACHER:____________________________________________

SCHOOL: _______________________ CITY:___________________________

ASSOCIATE TEACHER E-MAIL ADDRESS (OPTIONAL): ________________

DATE(S): Nov. 16-Dec. 04, 2009 GRADES: ____________

Please note that this form is for outlining areas of study rather than the assignment of specific lessons.

_________________________________________________________________

Field of Study Units, Topic, Books, Learning Materials, etc.

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY EVALUATION?

•Associate Teacher mails or emails your report to the Practice Teaching Office

•Report is reviewed and entered into the database as being “received”

•Report is sent for copying, which can take up to 1 week due to volume

•Report will be placed in your section mailbox once processed

•PLEASE BE PATIENT

•If your Associate Teacher gives the report directly to you, YOU MUST bring it to the PT Office (F201)

QUESTIONS?

• Direct practice teaching questions to:

- Olive Ridler - Faculty Advisor - Practice Teaching Officer

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Nipissing University student email

• Section mailbox

• Bulletin board outside Faculty of Education (F201)

Have a great day!

Thank you for your attention.

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