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:
 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.
 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 2011
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)
January 3, 2011
Course Prerequisites/Co-requisites:
Prerequisites: ECI 471, 472, 473, 474
Co-requisite: ECI 476
Meeting time: Tuesdays 6:30 – 9:30
Class location: Athens High School
Instructor Information:
Name: Paige Bruner
Email: paige.bruner@gmail.com
Required Course Resources:
Edutopia: http://www.edutopia.org/
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:
(20%) Participation: Attendance is mandatory. 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
 Participation during Question/Answer sessions of Peer Pedagogy presentations
 Short homework assignments
(15%)
Assessment Analysis #1: Due February 22
See assignment sheet and rubric
(15%)
Assessment Analysis #2: Due April 5
(50%)
Peer Pedagogy Project: Resources posted to Wiki by April 12; presentation dates will vary)
See assignment sheet and rubric
Late Assignments:
All assignments and projects are due on the dates on the syllabus and on your assigned presentation date. Assessment Analysis
papers will be penalized 5 points each day they are submitted late. Teaching duties are not an excuse for submitting late
assignments. If you are absent on the date of your Peer Pedagogy Project, you will need to make an appointment with the Program
Coordinator to discuss the possibility of making up the presentation
Attendance
As stated above, student success in this course revolves around class discussions, peer feedback, and project presentations.
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 2
excused or unexcused) will require students to repeat the course. If you are absent on the date of your scheduled Peer Pedagogy
Project, you will need to make an appointment with the Program Coordinator to discuss your options.
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
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Inclement Weather: North Carolina State University rarely closes for inclement weather. You can check the university’s
homepage (www.ncsu.edu) and/or call the hotline (919.513.8888) to find out the status of classes. If Wake County
Schools are closed, then NC TEACH classes at Athens Drive will be canceled. If Durham County Schools are closed, then
Durham 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 2011
ECI 475: Course Calendar
Date
January 11
Topics
Introduction to Course Requirements
Peer Pedagogy Project
Assign Peer Groups and Presentation Dates
January 18
Assessment Analysis Requirements
Performance and Project-Based Assessment
Rubrics Review
Work with Peer Groups
Assessment, continued
Administration and Parents
Special Programs Acronyms
January 25
February 1
February 8
Online collaboration – no class meeting
LD, BED
IEPs and 504s
Work with Peer Groups
February 15
Interventions
PEPs
SES
Group Presentations
Online collaboration – no class meeting
Writing Across the Curriculum
Group Presentations
February 22
March 1
Assignment Due
Assessment Analysis 1 DUE
March 8
Directed Reading Teaching Activity
Group Presentations
March 15
March 22
Online collaboration – no class meeting
Socratic Seminar
Group Presentations
March 29
“Paige’s Mistakes”
Group Presentations
April 5
Online submissions – no class meeting
Assessment Analysis 2 DUE
April 12
Topic TBA
Group Presentations
NO CLASS – Wake and Durham Spring Break
Evaluations and Celebration
Group Presentations
Final Exam
ALL PEER GROUPS:
Post resources to wiki
April 19
April 26
May 3
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