Course #: EDU 100X

Instructor: Maria Dalhoumi

Office Phone: 219 391-4100 x339

E-mail: mariadalecps.ec@mailcity.com

Ed. Office: Room 500B

Office Hours: By appointment

Course Time: Wednesday 4:45 – 6:45pm

Course Room: 262

Respecting the diverse gifts and culture of each student, the Education Program of Calumet College of St. Joseph prepares quality teacher candidates for the 21^st Century through a refining process, which ensures: (1) professional preparation; (2) continuous reflection; and (3) ongoing transformation. The Education Program promotes a multicultural community characterized by diversity, integrity, compassion and commitment.

Rooted in the Catholic tradition, the Education Program of Calumet College of St. Joseph: (1) values the dignity and worth of each teacher candidate; (2) shapes attitudes and values; (3) strives for social justice; (4) instills a sensitivity for the poor and the powerless; and (5) refines professional competency and scholarship in every teacher candidate. At Calumet College of St. Joseph we are committed to developing the natural abilities of our students, refining them into high quality professional educators.

This field experience, the first in a required sequence of participatory clinical experiences, introduces the teacher candidate to the modern American educator’s roles. Teacher candidates will be assigned to directed field experiences in varied settings and levels. There will be one hour of lecture four times during the term and a total of ten hours of tutoring laboratory experience throughout the course.

Teacher candidates in this course will:

• Participate in various instructional programs in the field.
• Tutor K-12 students in language arts, mathematics, and/or other secondary subject areas.
• Assess initial student instructional levels.
• Use learning style inventory to assess student learning preferences.
• Use innovative teaching strategies in tutorial setting(s).

Each student will be graded using the following percentages:

Class/field experience participation/collaboration/attendance/assignments 35% of grade

Reflective journal entries 35% of grade

Field Summary Report 30% of grade

A: 90 – 100%

B+: 88 – 89%

B: 80 – 87%

C+: 78 – 79%

C: 70 – 77%

D: 60 – 69%

F: 59% and below

Students are expected to be present and on time for all classes. Hands-on experience and class interactions are invaluable – and cannot be "made-up" individually.

Class attendance is mandatory. In case of any emergency, an additional assignment will be made. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor for the make-up assignment. Tutoring attendance will be monitored. Teacher candidates must call the instructor if an emergency arises and MUST reschedule tutoring session as soon as possible.

The professional Education community has adopted the standards in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 4^th Edition, Washington, 1994. The professional standards described therein are those expected in the professional education community; as future professional educators, students of education also need to demonstrate in their writing the standards adopted by the professional education community. This publication is available in the bookstore and in the reference section of the Specker Library.

If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances.

Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references from a variety of sources, including electronic media.

After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. Note: Degree Completion Program (DCP) students should consult the DCP Student Handbook for information on DCP withdrawals.

An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a

course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see

Refund Schedule).

Each teacher candidate must submit typed journal reflections for each of five tutoring sessions and a final summary report. Weekly reflection entries are due each Thursday following a tutorial session. The final summary report is due the last class session.

Each participant must submit a typed Journal Reflection report on each and every field experience. English usage, grammar, spelling, and proofreading are requirements in addition to the substance of your report. The due date must appear on the front cover. Late assignments will be reduced by one letter grade.

A number of assignments will be made during the course. It will be your task to do the assignment in a professional manner. Each assignment will be graded on content, style, reflection, and a demonstrated understanding, application, or evaluation of the material. Assignments will also be graded on clear writing (unity, coherence, sound writing mechanics) and adherence to APA format.

Whether school experience is limited or extensive, full professional dedication is required. For those who work, it will be necessary to arrange your work schedule to participate in field experiences.

Class participation can be difficult to assess. This course, therefore, will link ATTENDANCE to this area of evaluation. That is, if the students are in attendance for an entire class period, it will be assumed they are participating. Students are expected to be present and on time for all classes. Class interaction is invaluable – and cannot be "made-up" individually.

I will make every effort to contact you if a class is cancelled due to the unexpected absence of the instructor. In addition, an announcement will be posted on the Education Bulletin Board and the Classroom door.

As of the 1996 – 1997 academic year, the Education Program of Calumet College of St. Joseph requires student teachers to develop a professional portfolio as part of the student teaching course. This portfolio, however, should contain examples of professional development from various courses and activities. Projects connected with this course would make appropriate additions to such a portfolio.

• Please note: Satisfactory completion of coursework for EDU 100 must be at 80% achievement level or higher. Final EDU 100 course grade will follow Education Program Handbook guidelines (see pages 16 – 17): (P) Acceptance, (I) Acceptance with Conditions, (N) Non-Acceptance.

CALUMET COLLEGE OF SAINT JOSEPH

EDUCATION PROGRAM MISSION, VISION, AND GOALS

Respecting the diverse gifts and culture of each student, the Education Program of Calumet College of St. Joseph prepares quality teacher candidates for the 21^st Century through a refining process, which ensures:

• professional preparation

As educators of the 21^st Century, teacher candidates who complete the Education Program at Calumet College of St. Joseph will be prepared to:

1. Demonstrate competency in core knowledge and skills essential to the various disciplines: English, mathematics, theology, philosophy, humanities, sciences, social sciences, and the fine arts.
2. Demonstrate competency as skilled, reflective teaching professionals, cognizant of their role in transforming self, students, and community.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of current standards (INTASC, NCTM, etc.) theories and theorists that establish the framework for educational methodology and pedagogy for a diverse student population.
4. Develop a deep respect for the values inherent in various religions, educational, and cultural traditions.
5. Develop a commitment to life-long spiritual and professional growth with an understanding of one’s own system of values and ethics.
6. Develop personal responsibility to transform society for the common good based on values and principles that insure social justice.
7. Demonstrate integration of reflection, analysis, evaluation, synthesis, and communication skills in problem solving situations.
8. Collaborate with community resources and services to provide quality educational experiences and opportunities to meet the future needs of all students.
9. Incorporate the best media and technology in planning, organizing, and assessing student needs.

Demonstrate professional skills and educational leadership to address evolving educational trends.