Summary of Praxis Observations done each Semester
The University of Dayton Department of Teacher Education
ECE Evaluation of Clinical Experience
Candidate _______________________________
Cooperating Teacher ____________________________
School/Grade/Date ______________/__________/________Affiliation: University of Dayton_______
Instructions: For each statement below indicate the level of demonstrated competence. Please provide
narrative evidence, if appropriate.
NM – “not met” is used if the student had the opportunity to exhibit the given competency but did
not follow through.
EM - “expectations met” is used if the student exhibits competencies that are appropriate for a
novice, preservice teacher.
EE - “exceeded expectations” is used if the student exhibits competencies that are appropriate for a
beginning teacher.
Summative Evaluation Professional Behavior:
Please fill out this section for both the mid term and the final evaluations. Thank you for your
professional input on these important competencies.
The preservice teacher. . .
evidence/comments
I. exhibits personal and professional behaviors that promote
student learning (check all that apply)
____ is responsible and dependable, punctual and
regular in attendance
____ acts with poise, mature judgment, fairness, and
self-control
____ exhibits creativity and/or initiative
____ has lesson plans organized and ready for teaching,
in advance for teacher approval
____ during school time is available for assistance in
the classroom
____ approaches teaching with enthusiasm, energy,
and/or a sense of humor
____ portrays a professional image consistent with
school standards
2. handles responsibilities in an ethical and confidential manner
3. seeks opportunities for professional growth and development
4. intern works in collaborative partnership with families,
establishing regular, two way communication
NM
EM
EE
NM
EM
EE
NM
NM
EM
EM
EE
EE
NM
EM
EE
NM
EM
EE
NM
EM
EE
NM
NM
NM
EM
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EE
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Summary of Praxis Observations done each Semester
Domain A: Organizing Content Knowledge for Student Learning (Planning & Preparation):
The preservice teacher. . .
evidence/comments
A1 is familiar with relevant aspects of the students' background knowledge, experiences
and skills
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 2.A: Family and community characteristics
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NM EM EE NO
A2 formulates clear learning goals/objectives for the lesson that are appropriate for students
NAEYC: 3.A: Assessment goals, benefits and uses.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NAEYC: 5.D: Integrating multiple perspectives.
NM EM EE NO
A3 understands the connections between previous, current, and future content to be learned
NAEYC: 4.C: Content knowledge.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NM EM EE NO
A4 creates or selects teaching methods, learning activities, instructional materials, or
other resources that are appropriate for the students and aligned with the learning goals.
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.C: Content knowledge.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NM EM EE NO
A5 creates or selects evaluation strategies that are appropriate for the students and aligned with
the learning goals.
NAEYC: 3.A: Assessment goals, benefits and uses.
NAEYC: 3.B: Using appropriate assessments.
NAEYC: 3.C: Practicing responsible assessment.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NM EM EE NO
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Summary of Praxis Observations done each Semester
Domain B: Creating an Environment for Student Learning (Classroom Environment):
The preservice teacher. . .
evidence/comments
B1 creates a climate that promotes fairness between students and teacher and among students
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 1.B: Multiple influences on development and learning.
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 5.B: Ethical standards.
NM EM EE NO
B2 establishes and maintains appropriate rapport with students
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NAEYC: 5.B: Ethical standards.
NM EM EE NO
B3 communicates challenging and appropriate learning expectations to each student.
NAEYC: 1.B: Multiple influences on development and learning.
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NM EM EE NO
B4 establishes and maintains consistent standards of classroom behavior
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 1.B: Multiple influences on development and learning.
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 5.B: Ethical standards.
NM EM EE NO
B5 makes the physical environment as safe and conducive to learning as possible
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NM EM EE NO
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Domain C: Teaching for Student Learning (Instruction):
The preservice teacher . . .
C1 makes learning goals and instructional procedures clear to students
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
evidence/comments
NM EM EE NO
C2 makes the content of the lesson comprehensible to students
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 1.B: Multiple influences on development and learning.
NAEYC: 3.A: Assessment goals, benefits and uses.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.C: Content knowledge.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NM EM EE NO
C3 encourages students to extend their thinking
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NM EM EE NO
C4 monitors students' understanding of the content through a variety of means, providing feedback
to students to assist learning, and adjusting learning activities as the situation demands.
NAEYC: 1.A: Young children’s characteristics and needs
NAEYC: 1.B: Multiple influences on development and learning.
NAEYC: 3.B: Using appropriate assessments.
NAEYC: 3.C: Practicing responsible assessment.
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NM EM EE NO
C5 uses instructional time effectively
NAEYC: 1.C. Using developmental knowledge to create learning environments.
NAEYC: 4.A: Connecting with children and families.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NM EM EE NO
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Domain D: Teacher Professionalism (Professional Responsibilities):
The preservice teacher. . .
evidence/comments
D1 reflects on the extent to which the learning goals were met (including the effectiveness of
strategies, activities, student grouping, materials and evaluation strategies used)
NAEYC: 3.C: Practicing responsible assessment.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NAEYC: 5.D: Integrating multiple perspectives.
NM EM EE NO
D2 demonstrates a sense of efficacy; assuming responsibility for student learning
NAEYC: 3.A: Assessment goals, benefits and uses.
NAEYC: 3.C: Practicing responsible assessment.
NAEYC: 4.B: Using developmentally effective practices.
NAEYC: 4.D: Building meaningful curriculum.
NAEYC: 5.B: Ethical standards.
NM EM EE NO
D3 builds professional relationships with colleagues to share teaching insights and to
coordinate learning activities for students
NAEYC: 5.A: Professional Early Childhood involvement.
NAEYC: 5.B: Ethical standards.
NAEYC: 5.C: Continuous learning.
NAEYC: 5.E: Engaging in Advocacy.
NAEYC: 3.D: Assessment partnerships.
NM EM EE NO
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Directions: Provide a narrative statement for each area below, which (1) summarizes
the preservice teacher's performance in each of the domains or standards.
Summary Statement: Pathwise/PRAXIS
Summary Statement: NAEYC Standards
Domain A: Organizing content
Standard 1: Promoting Child
knowledge for student learning.
Development and Learning.
Domain B: Creating an Environment for Standard 2: Building Family and
Student Learning.
Community Relations.
Domain C: Teaching for Student
Learning
Standard 3: Observing, Documenting,
and Assessing to Support Young Children
and Families.
Domain D: Teacher Professionalism
Standard 4: Teaching and Learning
Professional Behavior:
Standard 5: Becoming a Professional
______________________________ ______
Cooperating Teacher Signature
Date
______________________________ ______
University Supervisor Signature
Date
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________________________ ______
Teacher Candidate Signature Date