Evaluating a Student Teacher

by Marvin A. Henry, Ann Weber

Overview

Little time? Big responsibility! If you are a cooperating teacher hosting a student teacher, this book is the quick reference tool that you need. We like to say, “It’s the little instruction book that should come with your student teacher!” It answers many questions about the evaluation process, the final conference, and the elements of the letter of recommendations. Problematic situations and legal aspects are also addressed. It includes essential information in an easy-reading, handy format. With key advice from experienced teacher educators, you will understand the evaluation aspect of your supervisoryrole for a successful student teaching experience.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781475828160
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	07/11/2016
Series:	Student Teaching: The Cooperating Teacher Series
Pages:	50
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Marvin Henry served as Professor of Education and Chairperson of Curriculum and Instruction at Indiana State University where he was also a supervisor of student teachers and field director for student teaching. He is a former president and a distinguished member of the Association of Teacher Educators as well as a recipient of its Outstanding Program in Teacher Education award.

Ann Weber served as Instructional Assistant Professor in teacher education at Illinois State University. She collaborated with cooperating teachers while supervising hundreds of student teachers and was also the innovator in developing and teaching an online course in the supervision of student teachers.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments

Chapter 1:Should I Be Aware of Any Legal Matters?
Student Teacher Evaluations
Due Process for Student Teachers
Liability of Student Teachers
Copyright Infringement
Substitute Teaching
Ethics in Teacher Education
Topics for Discussion
Chapter 2:What If a Big Problem Develops?
Lack of Aptitude for Teaching
Economic Concerns
Family and Peer Issues
Immaturity
Stress
School Adjustment
Extended Schedule
Instructional Problems
Problem Analysis Model
Problem-Solving Climate
Problems Beyond the Student Teacher Control
Chapter 3: What’s Involved in the Evaluation Process?
Evaluation Methods
Conferences Applying Quadrant Levels
Letter of Recommendation

Epilogue
References
About the Authors

Editorial Reviews

In Evaluating a Student Teacher I was very pleased to find a checklist referencing the legal aspects of the student evaluation process (‘“The key to good evaluation…regular, open communication!” Henry and Weber’) and the extremely helpful checklist for writing a letter of recommendation. The advice from Henry and Weber will help create a rewarding and educational experience for my student teacher as well as me.

Anne Waldorf

Evaluating a Student Teacher prepares you to be the best you possibly can be for your student teacher. This book will be on the desk of every cooperating teacher who seeks excellence from their student teachers.

Paul Ritter

Such an amazing reminder of what it's like to walk in the footsteps of a student teacher! Every cooperating teacher needs this in his/her hands before and during the process of working with a teacher candidate. Henry and Weber cover all the bases as they remind us that our student teacher is just that...our STUDENT. This professional duo arms us with practical, perfectly positioned solutions to the challenges we face in helping these students navigate the often overwhelming, yet always rewarding path to TEACHER.

Tara Woods

This book offers some very real-world challenges and situations that both the student teacher and cooperating teacher may face throughout the student teaching experience. Most importantly, it provides those involved with quick, simple ideas to help guide them through to what we hope will be a positive solution.

Scott Peters