Reflective Practice Seminar: Elementary Education

Catalog description

Participants take this weekly seminar concurrently with student teaching. Although much of the seminar's subject matter flows from the ongoing student-teaching experience, it deliberately addresses issues such as socially responsible teaching, professional disposition and habits of mind, teacher research, school governance, mandated Connecticut testing, classroom management, conflict resolution, communication with parents/caregivers, sensitivity to multicultural issues, and special education. The course stresses continued reflective practice and professional development, including development of a professional portfolio, continued study and research, and establishing a supportive collegial network.