LEAD and SERVE constitute the conceptual framework for all programs for professional educators at NC State. They are the
touchstones that assure that our students graduate with the following:
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LEAD: four forms of knowledge; general pedagogy, content-specific pedagogical strategies, content or discipline knowledge
as well as knowledge of the context of education, including foundations, historical perspectives and school settings.
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SERVE: elements that show the range of skills and dispositions developed in our candidates; scholarly, ethical, reflective,
valuing diversity and experienced in practical application of knowledge.
Course Syllabus
Spring 2015
LEAD and SERVE Conceptual Framework:
http://ced.ncsu.edu/about/conceptual_framework.htm
NC Professional Teaching Standards:
http://www.ncptsc.org/Final%20Standards%20Document.pdf
NCDPI Revisioning Parameters:
http://ced.ncsu.edu/profed/accreditation/ncdpi_revision.php
Course Prefix and Title:
ECI 475: Peer Mentoring in Alternative Licensure
Course Catalog Description:
Topics related to observing and evaluating fellow teachers in relation to the national state teaching competencies. Classroom
observations, videotaping, and group evaluations that are shared and discussed with fellow teachers.
Number of credits:3
Date Syllabus was Revised: (by course action)
Jan 2015
Course Prerequisites/Co-requisites:
Prerequisites: ECI 471, 472, 473, 474
Co-requisite: ECI 476
Meeting time:
6:30 – 9 p.m.
Class location:
Athens Drive High School
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Instructor Information:
Name: Martha Lawrence
Email: mnghali@ncsu.edu
Required Course Resources:
Edutopia: http://www.edutopia.org/
Edmodo: www.edmodo.com
NCSCoS: http://www.ncpublicschools.org/curriculum/
Available Resources:
The College of Education Media Center (The “LRL”)
http://ced.ncsu.edu/medctr/
The College of Education Media Center supports the College of Education and the Department of Psychology with
educational materials including books, journals, textbooks, reserves, technology, kits, and audiovisual resources. The media
center maintains a K-12 collection of literature as well as state adopted textbooks and professional materials for both
student and practicing teachers.
Course Objectives & Student Learning Objectives
Students will:
1. Communicate professionally with classmates and university faculty in daily interactions, electronic correspondence, and
peer feedback (LEADSERVE 4 & 6; NCPTS 1; CED Parameter 2).
2. Analyze assessment methods suggest ways to modify instruction based on this examination (LEADSERVE 3 & 5 ; NCPTS 4 &
5; CED Parameter 1).
3. Collaborate with peers, explore a teaching practice, and lead a presentation showing examples of its impact on students
(LEADSERVE 1 & 7 ; NCPTS 4; CED Parameter 2 & 6).
4. Evaluate pedagogy presentations and apply the teaching practices to their own classrooms (LEADSERVE 5 & 6 ; NCPTS 2;
CED Parameter 2).
Course Requirements and Evaluation:
(10%)
Participation: Attendance is mandatory. Students are only allowed 1 absence this semester. Each student adds a valuable
and unique perspective and experience that is essential to everyone’s learning. Students are expected to participate in
class discussions by offering constructive, rational, and appropriate feedback. Participation grades may include,
but are not limited to, the following:
■ In-class assignments given by the instructor
■ Active participation in Professional Learning Community (PLC) that includes serving as a PLC leader and secretary on a
rotating basis
■ Short homework assignments
(10%)
Poverty Postings : Each student will be required to respond to written prompts in addition to responding to 3 other posts
written by classmates. Posts will be due by Jan. 21st at midnight.
(10%)
Scaffolding and Rigor Posting : Each student will be required to respond to written prompts in addition to writing your own
question and responding to 2 other posts written by classmates. Posts will be due by Feb. 4th at midnight.
(20%)
Common Formative Assessment : Each PLT will be required to create and post a common formative assessment by Feb.
10th at midnight. Data will be collected and shared on Edmodo by Feb. 18 th. Each member will actively participate in an
online analysis of data through at least 3 postings by Feb. 25th. Each PLT will create a presentation of data analysis and reteaching strategies to be presented in class.
(10%)
Reflection on Walkthrough Data : Each teacher will complete a Walkthrough Form on one other teacher that will be
uploaded onto Edmodo by March 11th. A 1 page (typed, double spaced, size 12 font, 1 inch margins) reflection will be
turned in on March 12th.
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(40%)
Pedagogical Question : Each PLT will choose one pedagogical question to research. Online discussion about topic including
3 postings will be required by April 1st. A printed annotated bibliography of your sources will be due on April 9 th. The group
will create a presentation (7 minutes, 5 slides, works cited page) and post to Edmodo by April 8 th. Each group will also be
presenting in class.
Late Assignments:
All assignments and projects are due on the dates on the syllabus and on your assigned presentation date. Each day will include a
10% deduction in grade. Teaching duties are not an excuse for submitting late assignments.
Attendance
As stated above, student success in this course revolves around class discussions, peer feedback, and PLC meetings. Therefore, class
attendance is mandatory. If an absence is unavoidable, please let the instructor know in advance. As professionals, students must
make any decision about what obligations might keep them from attending class. Excessive absences (more than 1 excused or
unexcused) will require a deduction in participation points.
Miscellaneous NCSU Information and Policies
NCSU Reminders:
http://www.ncsu.edu/registrar/guides/reminders.html
Academic Conduct:
Students are bound by the academic integrity policy as stated in the code of student conduct. Therefore, students are required to
uphold the university pledge of honor and exercise honesty in completing any assignment. See the website for a full explanation:
http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/student_services/student_discipline/POL11.35.1.php
Inclement Weather: If Wake County Schools are closed, then NC TEACH classes at Athens Drive will be canceled. If Wake
County Schools are closed, then Wake County NC TEACH classes are cancelled. If classes are cancelled due to inclement
weather, the calendar might be revised to accommodate Group Presentations. All students will need to allow for this
flexibility. Please use your own determination about your comfort level and safety if driving during inclement weather.
If class is not canceled and you cannot attend, you will be responsible for making up what you miss. If you miss your
Group Presentation due to inclement weather, you will need to negotiate with your instructor and peers the new terms
of the presentation.
Harassment Policy:
The Unlawful Harassment Policy Statement provides that harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status or sexual orientation is a form of discrimination and will not be tolerated. For more information see
http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/campus_environ/non-discrimination/REG04.25.4.php
Disability Services Offices
Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with verifiable disabilities. In order to take advantage of available
accommodations, students must register with Disability Services for Students at 1900 Student Health Center, Campus Box 7509, 5157653 or email disability@ncsu.edu.
For more information on NC State's policy on working with students with disabilities, please see
http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/academic_affairs/courses_undergrad/REG02.20.1.php
Praxis Help
Help for taking and passing PRAXIS II is available in the College of Education Learning Technology Resource Center located in room
400 of Poe Hall. PRAXIS registration information, study guides, etc. are found at www.ets.org/praxis Information on CED Teacher
Education is found at http://ced.ncsu.edu/teachered
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NC TEACH Spring 2015
ECI 475: Course Calendar
Date
Topics
Jan. 8th
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Compass Activity
What do you know about Poverty and Education?
Create classroom PLTs.
Jan. 15th
ONLINE
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Read both articles on Poverty and Ruby Payne (in Edmodo)
Respond to questions on Edmodo as well as replying to 3 posts
made by your classmates
Jan. 22nd
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9 strategies for educating students in poverty
For Feb. 5th, each teacher will bring in resources on the PLT’s
chosen topic to prepare a common formative assessment
Jan. 29th
ONLINE
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Read articles on Scaffolding and Rigor and post answers to
questions in addition to posting your own question and
responding to 2 clasmates
Feb. 5th
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Create a common formative assessment within your PLT
Share on Edmodo
TED Talks videos
Feb. 12th
ONLINE
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As many teachers as possible administer CFA, collects data, and
shares on Edmodo
Feb. 19th
ONLINE
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Each PLT member will analyze the data and have an online
discussion including at least 3 posts
Feb. 26th
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Create a common analysis of data and re-teaching strategies
Present data, analysis, and re-teaching strategies to class
March 5th
ONLINE
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Observe a teacher for 1 period and complete walkthrough form –
upload into Edmodo
Complete a 1 page reflection, print, and turn in on the 12th
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March 12th
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In PLTs create an essential question on a pedagogical topic and
begin research in class
March 19th
ONLINE
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Each PLT member will research question and post at least 3
comments on Edmodo
Create a presentation (7 minutes, 5 slides, works cited) and
upload onto Edmodo
Create an annotated bibliography with 5 sources to print and turn
in on April 9th
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March 27th
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NO CLASS
April 2nd
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NO CLASS
April 9th
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Present PLT pedagogical question and research
April 16th
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Special Topics TBD
April 23rd
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Special Topics TBD
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