PROFESSIONAL GROWTH PLAN
Here are two goals I have set for myself going into PSIII practicum.
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To learn how to effectively and efficiently differentiate my lesson plans
Rationale: In PSI and PSII I learned about the importance of assessment and differentiation for each individual student. Differentiating students based on their abilities and interests will open up a pathway of success for them to connect with subject content at the level they can strive in. Learning how to differentiate my lesson plans will ensure that no students gets left behind and everyone has a fair opportunity to learn.
Strategies:
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I will continue to build relationships with each and every one of my students, to understand and connect with them at a deeper level
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I will do this by talking with students not just about school
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I will reach out to other teachers at the school to hear about their experiences and strategies for assessment and differentiation
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I will look for online or physical resources to learn more about differentiation strategies and the importance of differentiation
Indicators of Progress:
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Students are able to come to me for help, with school and personal-related issues
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I will apply what I have learned from the other teachers at the school to my lesson planning
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I will understand why I am differentiating the way I am when lesson planning, instead of just differentiating because I feel the need to.
Timeline for Completion: April 2019
2. To learn more about and apply inclusive education in my classroom
Rationale: I believe that each and every child in my classroom has the potential to excel and needs to be provided with an opportunity of equal education in order to do so. Diversity is a concept that I value highly and would want my students to feel the same way.
Strategies:
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I will develop individual relationships with each and every one of my students
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I will talk regularly with the parents, especially the ones who have children with special needs in my classroom
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I will incorporate my students’ strengths and interests into my lessons to keep them engaged and show my compassion for them
Indicators of Progress:
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My classroom feels more like a community where my students feel safe and can express themselves
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My students are eager to learn and share what they know with me
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The parents of my students are communicating with me regularly about their child
Timeline for Completion: April 2019
Goal #1
Goal #2
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