Transcript Pre-Professional Block (PPB)

Welcome to GSU
Pre-Professional
Block (PPB)
Orientation
Pre-Professional Block (PPB)
What is it?
 Three courses
 Fifty hour practicum
 Successful completion required for
admission to Teacher Education Program
(TEP)
Pre-Professional Block (PPB)
How does it work?
 Practicum meets on alternate days from
class meetings
 Practicum does not carry course credit, but
must be satisfactorily completed before
admission to upper division TEP
 Directed observation and participation
Pre-Professional Block (PPB)
How does it work?
 Placement in school in 60-mile radius of
GSU
 50 hours, 2 days per week for 8-1/2 weeks
 Evaluated as satisfactory, low satisfactory,
unsatisfactory
 CS and US evaluate
Pre-Professional Block (PPB)
What do you need?
 Two copies of Information Packet (1 for
you, 1 for your teacher)
 Nametag – Eagle Print Shop
 Professional Liability Insurance (more later)
 Taskstream (more later)
 A GREAT Attitude!!!
Field Times
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Times listed in packet indicate times you are to be
present at school
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Sections A & B:
8:00-11:00 a.m., T & Th
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Section C :
8:00-11:00 a.m., M & W
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Sections E & F:
12:00-3:00 p.m., T & Th
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Section G:
8:00-10:50 a.m., Fri
Purpose of PPB Practicum
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Provide realistic picture of the workings of
a school
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Encourage observation, reflection and
critical thinking skills
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Serve a “gatekeeping” function for TEP
program
Important Dates (p. 8)
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TEP Application due: January 18
 Taskstream deadline: February 3
 Placements posted: February 4
 Field placement begins: February 11 or 12
 Field placement ends: April 14, 15, 21 or 22
 Journal entries due: April 23
 Capstone presentations: April 28 – May 1
Who’s Who and What Do
They Do?
Student: That’s you! Be professional!
 Clinical Supervisor (CS): K-12 teacher
 Clinical Associate (CA): Liaison
 University Supervisor (US): GSU faculty
 PPB Coordinator: Dr. Marlynn Griffin
 PPB Graduate Assistant: Laura deMaille
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Required Assignments
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Observation Activities (see page 12)
 Journal Writing (see page 15)
 Meetings: Orientation I, II, III ( see page 8)
 Purchase Taskstream (see page 11)
 Capstone (see page 22)
 Other Assignments made by US or CS
TEP Admissions
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Discussed in detail at Orientation II
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Page 17 of Information packet
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Satisfactory evaluation on PPB rubrics
Attendance Policy
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Daily attendance is MANDATORY.
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One unexcused absence can result in FAILURE.
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Excused absences REQUIRE documentation
provided to US and CS
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Missed hours must be made up for practicum
credit.
Professionalism
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PPB students are expected to demonstrate
professionalism in their
– Dress
– Behavior
– Observation and Participation
– Consideration of the Clinical Supervisor and his
or her responsibilities
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Student Professionalism will be evaluated by the CS
and US
Dress in a Professional
Manner
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Name badges must be worn at all times
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Find out about and comply with your school’s dress code
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If your teacher prefers more formal dress than that specified
in the dress code, follow the teacher’s preference
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Keep in mind that while there are many professions, yours
is the TEACHING profession and you should not dress in
any way that is provocative
Looks to Avoid
Too Low
Too Low
Too Short, Too Low
Looks to Avoid
Too Sheer
Too Tight ,
Too Short
TOO TIGHT!!!
Looks to Avoid
Really, not a good look for anyone….COVER your cleavage (top
and bottom), tattoos, thong, etc.
Looks to Avoid
Shoes to Avoid
General Guidelines for
Dress
•Belts must be worn buckled and pants not allowed to sag
•Apparel with suggestive lettering or pictures is not allowed
•No items (clothing or otherwise) which refer to alcohol,
drugs, or tobacco
•Leggings worn as pants under long shirts are not allowed
•Dresses and skirts should fall at or below the knee
General Guidelines for
Dress
•Crop pants must be longer than the calf; crop pants are not
allowed in some schools
•Tattoos and body piercings (other than traditional earrings
for women) must be covered or removed
•Tops should not be tight or low-cut
•Some schools do not allow open-toed or backless shoes
General Guidelines for
Dress
NO:
•Jeans
•T-shirts
•Overalls
•Skorts
•Flip-flops
•Hats
•Head scarves
•Sweat bands
•Tank-tops
•See-through clothing
•Bare midriff
•Bare backs
•Halters
•Tube tops
•Strapless attire
•Swim wear
•Sleep wear
Suggested Attire
Men and Women
•Clothing should be neat and professional
•Clothing should portray you as an adult, an aspiring teacher
Suggested Attire for Men
• Dress slacks, short or long sleeve dress shirts, ties, sport
jacket, khaki pants
• Some schools will allow polo-type shirts
• All shirts should be tucked in and paired with a belt
• Dress shoes, topsiders, loafers
• Health and P.E. majors may wear athletic shoes and
appropriate athletic attire (use CS as a model)
Suggested Attire for Women
• Skirts, dresses, slacks, suits, khaki pants, dress pants,
blouses, sweater sets
• Shirts should be tucked in unless designed to be worn out
• Dresses and skirts should be worn at or below the knee
• Dress or casual shoes with low to moderate heels
• Health and P.E. majors may wear athletic shoes and
appropriate athletic attire (use CS as a model)
Suggested Attire for Women
• Skirts, dresses, slacks, suits, khaki pants, dress pants,
blouses, sweater sets
• Shirts should be tucked in unless designed to be worn out
• Dresses and skirts should be worn at or below the knee
• Dress or casual shoes with low to moderate heels
• Health and P.E. majors may wear athletic shoes and
appropriate athletic attire (use CS as a model)
Suggested Attire
Suggested Attire
Appropriate Shoes for Women
Appropriate Shoes for Men
Behave Professionally
• Plan to arrive a few minutes before you are scheduled
• Sign in at the office when you arrive and when you
leave; indicate ACTUAL arrival and departure time
• Remember that you are a representative of the
teaching profession when you are at the schools
• Strive to be a responsible adult role model – don’t be a
buddy; don’t date the students
Behave Professionally
• Remember that student learning is your primary
concern
• Don’t chew gum, eat or drink in the classroom
• No cell phones in the classroom
• No tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or related packaging or
paraphernalia allowed on school premises
• Don’t violate a student’s right to privacy by discussing
him or her outside of the educational setting
Behave Professionally
• Use professional language
• No swearing or sexual talk
•Avoid slang such as “freakin’,” “sucks,” and
“screwed”
• Substitute more professional terms such as
“miserable” or “treated unfairly”
•Do not bring any materials with profanity or other
vulgar talk
• Any pictures taken of students should be used in a
professional manner; do NOT post on the internet
Internet BLOG Sites
Social networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace,
Xanga, and Friendster should represent your high personal
and professional standards.
If you have postings on any of these or other sites,
remember that they are PUBLIC and may be viewed by
school personnel and students.
If school personnel find your postings to be unprofessional,
they can request your removal from their school. This
request will be honored immediately and a new PPB
placement will be identified in the following semester.
Observe and Participate
• Be attentive and respectful
• Learn as much as you can while in the field – pay
attention!
• As you observe, try to think of questions you may have
that will help you understand what is occurring
• Limit any writing in class to brief notes
• Students in your class will be aware of your attitude;
be sure it is respectful and considerate at ALL times
In the Classroom, Do NOT
• Sleep
• Work on other school work
• Talk to other GSU students
• Talk on your cell phone
• Eat, drink or chew gum
• Engage in any other disruptive behavior
Be Considerate of Your CS
• Check with your CS as early as possible for any
guidelines
• Enter and leave the classroom as quietly as possible
• If you must be late or absent, notify the CS at the
earliest possible moment
• Be sure to consult with CS in advance about ideas you
have for activities or treats
• If you have to drop PPB, notify CS and PPB Office
Capstone Experience
• 5-7 minute oral presentation, in front of 7-10
classmates, US and possibly a CS
• Will be scheduled by US
• Must present evidence of advanced preparation
(PowerPoint, Poster, or other evidence as specified by
US)
• Detailed requirements provided on page 22 of PPB
Information Packet
Performance Evaluation
• Oral and written communication assessed for
informational purposes
• Professionalism assessed by US and CS and is basis for
whether or not you pass the PPB Practicum
• More detail and scoring rubrics provided on pages 27 –
36 of PPB Information Packet
• Used for admission to Teacher Education Program