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Fall 2007
EDU 473/573
"Eagles don’t flock. You have to
find them one at a time.
Ross Perot
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Instructor: Jennifer Gowin-Hussey
Phone:
715-8440 (work), 670-8827
(cell)
Email:
jhussey@csm.edu and
jlhussey@cox.net
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Office Hours:
30 minutes before or after
class or by appointment
Class Meets: TBD; One time per month, plus 2 individual
student/teacher observations |
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Discussion |
Materials:
Echevarria, Vogt & Short (2008) Making Content Comprehensible for
English Learners: The SIOP Model. Boston:
Pearson. ISBN13: 9780205518869
Optional Text: Echevarria, Vogt & Short (2008) 99
Ideas and Activities for Teaching
English Learners with the SIOP Model.
Boston: Pearson. ISBN13: 9780205521067
Supplemental Readings as provided by the instructor.
Microsoft Word for Windows (on all CSM computers &
required for all assignments).
Stapler – ALL multiple page assignments must be stapled
when turned in. Expect a grade reduction when this requirement is
not met.
Course Objectives:
To provide an overview of
testing materials, construction, and test interpretation;
To provide a framework for
building student-centered objectives that target the modalities
of speaking, reading, listening, and writing;
To provide understanding
and practice in the construction of higher-level questioning at
appropriate language levels;
To provide curriculum
building skills directed towards building a second language
learner’s needs;
To provide a forum for
voicing opinions on current ESL issues and topics;
Student Learning Objectives:
To be able to use test
materials to gather baseline data on a student;
To prepare student-centered
objectives in all four language modalities;
To construct higher-level
questions using limited language;
To find and create
appropriate learning material for second language learners that
meet students’ needs and levels;
To evaluate student work
using a variety of methods;
To research, prepare, and
support opinions concerning current ESL issues and topics;
To create teaching plans
and journals focusing on lesson objectives, methods, questioning
strategies, and success.
Course Policies and Guidelines for
Success
Attendance: Since this class meets irregularly and is
mainly a field experience, attendance is extremely important.
You are allowed one absence (for any reason) with no penalty.
Cancelled Class: If class needs to be cancelled, we will send
an email to your CSM email address and a note will be posted on
the bulletin board on first floor of Walsh Hall. Please check
your CSM email regularly.
Special Learning Needs: If you have a certifiable learning or physical disability
and require special accommodations, please call and make an
appointment with Jennifer Yarns in the Achievement Center ADA
office at 399-2366 during the first week of class.
Please note that
your request will be handled confidentially!
Assignments are due on the date by 5:00 PM. All
assignments are to be typed and stapled if not turned in
electronically. Late assignments in this class will result
in a reduction of a full letter grade for every 24 hours the
assignment is late (including weekends). This policy is
enforced to be equitable to all class members. Computer or
printer problems do not constitute an excuse for late or
incomplete work. If you have other emergencies, contact us as
soon as possible.
Academic Honesty: You are expected to abide by the College of Saint Mary policy
regarding academic misconduct. This policy is explained in
detail in the 2007-2008 catalog. Academic dishonesty of any type
will not be tolerated in this class. Plagiarism, cheating and
other acts of academic dishonesty, will result in (first
offense) a failing grade for that assignment or (second offense)
failing the course. All cases of academic dishonesty will be
reported to college officials.
6. Working with the instructor: I am more than willing
to help you with your assignments any time I can, which
includes setting up
appointments outside of class, and responding to your calls and
emails promptly. If you ever
have questions about course content, assignments, or your
standing in the course, contact us as soon as possible. If
you come to us after an assignment is due or at the end of the
semester, there is little that can be done to assist you
with points or assignments you have missed earlier in the
semester.
7. Classroom Policies to create an optimal learning environment for all:
TURN OFF AND
PUT AWAY YOUR CELL PHONES. If you are expecting an
urgent phone call, please alert us that you are
expecting such a call and turn your phone to SILENT.
Students who violate this policy will be asked to
leave class.
RESPECT YOUR
PROFESSORS AND FELLOW STUDENTS. Students should give
the professor and other class members their
respectful attention during class (i.e., not
sleeping, doing other homework, reading the
newspaper, having side conversations with
classmates, etc.)
8.
"Declaration of Open Discourse":
In the spirit of
intellectual inquiry, College of Saint Mary is committed to the
exchange of diverse ideas and viewpoints. In this environment,
honest discourse is valued while demeaning remarks will not be
tolerated. As members of this college and class, we must:
Recognize the basis of
our own assumptions and perspectives.
Acknowledge the
assumptions and perspectives of others.
Promote understanding
and respectful dissent.
9. Instructor Evaluation: The student may have the
opportunity to evaluate the instructor and the course at the end
of the term through the use of a confidential rating form.
However, during the semester, students are encouraged
to communicate directly with the instructor concerning any
aspect of the course.
Grading and Assignments
Grading Scale
Assignments are graded using criteria sheets with points that
are then converted to a percentage. At the end of the term, your grade
will be assigned using the following grading scale:
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A =
90-100 |
B = 80-89.99%
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C =
70-79.99% |
D =
60-69.99% |
F = less than 60% |
Please keep your graded
assignments until the end of the semester. It is your responsibility to
keep a record of your graded assignments.
Concerns on Graded Assignments: "The 24/7 Rule." We will be glad
to discuss any concerns about graded assignments; however, we will not
discuss individual grades on exams or papers in class. You need to wait
at least 24 hours after the grade is received and then come and see one
of us with your concerns summarized in writing. Questions on a grade
must be brought to our attention within 7 days after the assignment is
returned.
ASSIGNMENTS AND POINT BREAK-DOWN:
Student History 150 points
Student Objective Report 150 points
Reflection Log 300 points
Opinion Postings (4= 50 points each) 200 points
Evaluation Materials 200 points
Final Report/Digital Portfolio 300 points
Lesson Plans- submitted weekly 100 points
Evaluation of your teaching
Possible total 1,600 points
Assignment Details
Student History:
A student history will be completed on each student worked with this
semester. It is a written report that will include information about the
student’s background, country, education, interests, and goals (language
or otherwise).
Student Objective Report: An objective report for each ELL will be created including:
language level and ability based on testing and/or observation,
individual student’s strengths and weaknesses, and appropriately leveled
student-centered objectives.
Reflection Log:
Journals should include a summary of the lesson and teacher reflection
on how the lesson was received by the student and to what degree the
student comprehended the material. Make connections to what should be
taught at the next lesson with the student. Each of these papers should
be about 2 pages in length and are worth a potential 25 points each (12
reflections). The papers are due on the day indicated in this syllabus.
Opinion Postings: Once per month, the instructor will provide an article,
website or concept to be reviewed. Opinions need to be developed in a
posted response on how these relate to your teaching philosophy or
student’s needs. These will be submitted through Discussion Board.
Evaluation Materials: Each student will create an evaluation portfolio, which
includes methods and techniques used throughout the practicum. Any
copies of checklists or rubrics developed should be included along with
a critique on the construction and value of the evaluation itself.
Final Project and Presentation/Digital Portfolio: Due by December 17th. This is a
summary of your time spent with the student, your accomplishments,
student’s growth, and your recommendations.
Evaluation of Your Teaching: You will be formally observed by the instructor at least two
times during the semester. Please contact the instructor directly to set
up these observations. Your cooperating teacher will also complete an
open-ended form to provide constructive feedback on your experience and
abilities. A pre-observation form/lesson plan form will need to be
submitted to the evaluator at least 24 hours prior to the observation.
Dates to Remember:
Aug. 27th: First
meeting; Syllabus handed out and explained; lecture; article
handed out.
Sept. 24th: Second meeting;
Opinion paper #1 due; Be prepared to share experiences; Student
Objectives and Reflection
log partially submitted if work with a student has begun.
Oct. 29th: Third
meeting; Opinion paper #2 due; Be prepared to share experiences;
Student
Objectives turned in if not
previously submitted; Student History due; Reflection log
partially
submitted.
Nov. 19th:
Fourth meeting; Opinion paper #3 due; Be prepared to share
experiences; Reflection
log partially submitted;
Present these to classmates;
Dec. 17th:
Evaluation Materials Portfolio and Final Project/Digital
Portfolio Presentations.
*Any changes to the schedule or requirements will be announced
in class and, if changes are major, will be distributed in writing and
electronically. Class members are responsible for ALL information
presented in class, whether they are in attendance or not. Please line
up a classmate to pick up handouts and fill you in on all information
from any class you might miss. It would be wise to line up this person
in advance, should you need to miss a class, and trade phone numbers and
email addresses. |
