4.28.17

Rate
I would rate this week a 5 because we are so close to the end and I GOT A JOB!!!

Observe
This week, as I observed 5 other classrooms it was hard to sit back and just observe after teaching for ten weeks.  However, I learned so much in these classrooms.  It was a great experience to see other schools and see how other teachers do things.

Reflect
This week my observations taught me that each school is unique and has its own way of doing things, just like each teacher is unique and has their own way of doing things.

Focus
This week I only had to focus on my classroom observations and finishing up final edits my portfolio video.  I stayed focused and accomplished my goals for the week.

Be Productive
This week I was very productive and accomplished the goals I set for myself.

Have Courage
I do not think fear or apprehension held me back this week.

Begin Anew
Next week I will spend my last few days of student teaching with my kiddos and prepare to present my portfolio.  I am a little nervous about presenting the portfolio.

Data
This week I did not necessarily analyze student data because I was barely at my school, but I analyzed my observation data to determine what I learned from these experiences and what I would like to carry into my future classroom.

Advice
I would advise student teachers to get some rest and enjoy the little time we have left with our students!  We made it y'all!

NCTCS
This week I observed NCTCS 4d, "Teachers integrate and utilize technology in their instruction.”  Two teachers I observed used technology tools I had not seen or heard of before.  They used Clickers, which is similar to pluckers but the students have the technology rather than the teacher, and Hot Dots, a reading comprehension tool.

Portfolio
My portfolio is complete!

University Supervisor
My CE and I have no questions or concerns.  Thank you for all you have done for us this semester!