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Teach 2--Unit 1
Careers in Education
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| articulate | To express thoughts into words. |
| artifacts | Physical items that are part of a portfolio, such as projects or papers, examples from a related volunteer activity, and academic and other awards. |
| career goal | A concise statement of the specific career toward which a person is working |
| certified teacher | A person who has met the state requirements for teacher preparation. |
| cooperating teacher | An experienced teacher who supervises and mentors a student teacher. |
| grant | Money that is given for a specific purpose, such as educational expenses, that does not have to be repaid. |
| job shadowing | Following a person on the job for a few hours, a day, or even longer to experience what the person’s career typically involves to gain valuable insight into the person’s daily tasks, activities, and interactions with others |
| personal portfolio | An organized collection of materials and information that shows how personal knowledge, skills, and attitudes have developed over time. |
| philosophy of teaching | personal statement about your thoughts, views, and values as they relate to teaching. |
| prerequisite | A course that must be completed before entering a program or prior to taking a higher-level course. |
| proficiency test | This measures skill and knowledge in a subject area. |
| service learning | A type of volunteer effort that links classroom learning with hands-on experience in order to meet community needs. |
| student teaching | A period during which a teacher education student practices and acquires teaching skill under the supervision of an experienced teacher. |
| teacher education programs | University or college courses that prepare students to become teachers. |
| teaching academies | Specialized programs within high schools that help students to explore the teaching profession through classes, observations, and hands-on experiences. |
| teaching licenses | A formal document, issued by a state, verifying that a teacher is qualified to teach at specific grade levels or particular subject areas. |
| Factors to consider when choosing a college/university | size, location, cost, reputation, needs and wants |
| Benefits of being an active member of a student organization | broaden experience and develop skills |
| Importance of time management | is important for students and teachers, aided by using a planner |
| Professional ethical standards include | actions, speech, attitude, and attire |
| What helps teachers keep pace with changes, such as technology | ongoing professional development |
| Benefits of professional organizations | keep teachers updated, have student members, provide liability insurance |
| Why use a table of contents for your portfolio will help others | organization and help find items easily |
| Name national professional organizations | American Federation of Teachers, Association of American Educators, National Association for Educators of Young Children |
| What is the best way to learn about teacher education programs? | guidance counselors, ask teachers, visit colleges, and online research |
| What are the steps in setting a career goal? | Think about what you would like to teach; Write a clear, concise statement; Identify interrelated goals ; Outline the steps you will take to complete; Determine what you will need to do to achieve each of these steps; Consider possible roadblocks |
| An effective portfolio should include…. | personal, unique, and highlight strengths, skills, and growth |
| Benefits of volunteering for career related activities | require problem solving skills, leadership, and enhance current skills |
| A portfolio should show how ____evolved | skills |
| Benefits of job shadowing | provide professional contacts and networks |
| A philosophy of teaching should be | short, concise, personal, |