Learning Goals
Students will be able to analyze personality, interest, values, and self-assessment data to explain how self-concept shapes choices in education
Students will be able to distinguish self-concept, self-esteem, and self-efficacy using evidence from journals, mentor feedback, and reflection notes
Students will be able to interpret mentor teacher interview notes and feedback to identify strengths, growth areas, and emerging beliefs about teaching
Students will be able to evaluate how values and experiences are shared and differ across communities and how those differences affect teaching choices
Students will be able to justify a developing teaching philosophy with multiple pieces of evidence from assessments, journals, and interviews
Students will be able to revise portfolio artifacts and reflection drafts based on critique, new evidence, and changing self-understanding
Students will be able to present a visual teaching philosophy board to an authentic audience using clear explanations, evidence, and responsive speaking
Products
Research Portfolio and Teaching Philosophy Notebook
Each student submits a research-style notebook that documents self-assessments, interview notes, reflection entries, revision history, and a finalized teaching philosophy statement. The notebook proves individual mastery of the inquiry process and personal analysis behind the philosophy board.
My Why, My Way Conference Presentation and Gallery Walk
Teams co-present a conference-style synthesis of individual findings using visual boards, evidence displays, and shared talking points. The presentation highlights patterns across members, explains methodology choices, and addresses questions, anomalies, and limitations.
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