Tool: Observation protocol for mentor or TC
This is a tool that will help you and your TC discuss: What specific moves or routines will the teacher (mentor or TC) use? What should the observer focus on or watch for? It includes a T-chart to document your observations, and then suggests 2-3 points to discuss after the observation. Download PDF > Observation tool for mentor OR TC Download Word version > Observation tool for mentor OR TC...
Mentor’s guide: Modeling the work of teaching
What is this practice? Modeling the work of teaching refers to demonstrating some part of the work of teaching under authentic circumstances for a specific purpose. We usually think of mentors modeling instruction by standing in front of the class while the teacher candidate observes. But “the work of teaching” involves a lot more. You can also model how to interact with other teachers, interact with parents (face-to-face, on the phone, via e-mail), interact with students outside of instructional time, deal with management issues, and inquire into your own practice. Why is it important? Modeling parts of teaching provides TCs with opportunities to experience and better envision how instructional strategies and interactions play out in practice, without simultaneously being responsible for figuring out how to respond to what happens. These are prime opportunities for TCs to notice, wonder, and draw connections between student learning/participation and instruction. Download PDF > Modeling the work of teaching...