What it means to be a professional-WEEK ONE
Syllabus
Grading and Logistics
Portfolio
FAQ
Outline for Week One
Teaching as a profession – characteristics of a profession and a professional
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What society expects of teachers
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The importance of the teacher to student outcomes and development
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My reasons for becoming a teacher
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Ethics, codes of conduct and standards for teachers-WEEK TWO
Outline for Week Two
Ethical, professional behavior for teachers
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Features and uses of professional standards
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Registration, certification, appraisal and performance management
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Codes of conduct and discipline of teachers
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Interview One
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Legal and administrative responsibilities of a teacher-WEEK THREE
Outline for Week Three
The duty of Care
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Negligence (Part 1)
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Negligence (Part 2)
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A duty to educate
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The rights and responsibilities of students, parents and teachers
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Developing a personal philosophy of teaching-WEEK FOUR
Outline for Week Four
How teaching and education changes lives
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Evidence on effective teaching (1)
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Evidence on effective teaching (2)
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My values, beliefs and current philosophy of teaching
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Interview Two
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Being part of a professional learning community-WEEK FIVE
Outline for Week Five
The power of professional learning
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Professional learning communities in education
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Action learning using evidence
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The role of leadership in professional learning
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Continuing to develop as a professional-WEEK SIX
Outline for Week Six
Reflection, self-assessment and goal setting
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Gaining and utilising feedback from others
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Formulating a personal professional development plan
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Keeping a balanced life – teacher stress and satisfaction
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Interview Three
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