This assessment is specifically designed to further your reflexive praxis on the impact your coursework is having on your professional practice; and to help you establish measurable learning and professional development goals for your future growth as a teacher. In addition, you will begin to anchor your self-examination within the language of the professional teaching standards
Examine your prior experiences during coursework and their impact on your professional practice . Consider the grade/functional levels and the content/disciplines for which you designed and implemented instruction. Consider the learning outcomes that resulted, the challenges you faced, and your core beliefs about teaching and learning. Afterwards, address the following questions:
Name and describe impact(s) you have had on students’ learning or growth as a result of coursework.
Discuss ways in which you have used feedback from your teacher education program to improve your practice.
Identify a minimum of three Candidate Learning Outcomes that you view as your strongest attributes and discuss why. Identify the specific standards and corresponding elements by name.
Reflect on your coursework and program of study. Discuss any areas of concern you might have regarding the development of your ability to meet the needs of diverse learners and explain why.
