A goal without a plan is just a wish.

~ Anonymous

SL Cheesman
Goal One
I hope to become proficient at constructing cross
curricular units. This practicum requires that I
develop lesson plans, monthly plans, and year
plans pertaining to cross curricular units (Science,
Social, and Language Arts). I hope to become
more familiar with planning for and assessing
cross curricular units. In addition, I hope to
effectively plan engaging learning activities,
which enable students to make connections with
material they have learned across subjects.
Strategies (in the form of action statements)
I will research extensively the program of studies
for the following subjects: Language Arts, Social
Studies, and Science
I will plan a variety of activities, lesson topics,
learning strategies, and assessments which will
enhance cross curricular learning
I will work collaboratively with my TM to plan
according to her feedback for constructing
successful integrated units
TQS Connections
a) contextual variables affect teaching and learning.
They know how to analyse many variables at one time,
and how to respond by making reasoned decisions
about their teaching practice and students’ learning;
d) the subject disciplines they teach. They have
completed a structured program of studies through
which they acquired the knowledge, concepts,
methodologies and assumptions in one or more areas
of specialization or subject disciplines taught in
Alberta schools;
f) the purposes of short, medium and long term range
planning. They know how to translate curriculum and
desired outcomes into reasoned, meaningful and
incrementally progressive learning opportunities for
students. They also understand the need to vary their
plans to accommodate individuals and groups of
students;
i) there are many approaches to teaching and learning.
They know a broad range of instructional strategies
appropriate to their area of specialization and the
subject discipline they teach, and know which
strategies are appropriate to help different students
achieve different outcomes;
k) the purposes of student assessment. They know
how to assess the range of learning objectives by
selecting and developing a variety of classroom and
large scale assessment techniques and instruments.
They know how to analyse the results of classroom
and large scale assessment instruments including
provincial assessment instruments, and how to use
the results for the ultimate benefi t of students;
Indicators of Achievement
Feedback from teacher mentor
Throughout the practicum I will pursue dialogues
with my TM relating to my cross curricular
planning.
Feedback from students
Throughout the practicum I will ask students to
give feedback on learning activities. I will ask
questions such as “was this activity easy to
connect to what we learned about in social
studies?”
Observations of student’s work
During my observations, I will look for the degree
to which students are able to make connections
with subject matter that they have learned in
social, science, and language arts. I will adjust my
teaching strategies accordingly, especially if

Resources
Alberta Social Studies- Many Voices
Teacher Resource (suggestions for cross
curricular integration)
Online cross curricular lesson planning resources
Collaboration with Teacher Mentor
Goal Two
I hope to better use classroom management
strategies to ensure that students have a
meaningful learning experience.
Strategies (in the form of action statements)
I will request that my teacher mentor takes
Ipad recordings of my lessons
I will pursue dialogues related to my lesson
recordings
I will practice reflect on each lesson and
modify my strategies accordingly
I will make appropriate changes to my
teaching, based on feedback
Resources
Ipad recordings
PD sessions Wednesday afternoons at
Raymond Elementary School
https://www.edutopia.org/blog/big-and-
small-classroom-management-strategies-
todd-finley
students are struggling with making cross
curricular connections.
Timeline
Dec 13th 2017 (start of my planning) to April 27th,
2018
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i) there are many approaches to teaching and learning.
They know a broad range of instructional strategies
appropriate to their area of specialization and the subject
discipline they teach, and know which strategies are
appropriate to help different students achieve different
outcomes;
o) the importance of career-long learning.
They know how to assess their own
teaching and how to work with
others responsible for supervising and
evaluating teachers. They know how
to use the findings of assessments,
supervision and evaluations to select, develop and
implement their own professional development activities;
Indicators of Achievement
Feedback from teacher mentor
Throughout the practicum I will pursue dialogues
with my TM relating to my cross curricular planning.
Feedback from University consultant and principal
Throughout the practicum I will pursue dialogues
with my University consultant and principal
regarding the degree to which my classroom
management strategies have been effective.
Timeline
January 8th-12th -2018 - April 27, 2018
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Goal Three
I hope to integrate technology effectively into my
lessons, more so than in previous placements,
because I have the resources available. For
example, the classroom that I will be working in
for PSIII contains iPads that can be used
throughout the day. The students also have
access to computers on Tuesday and Thursday
afternoons. In addition, the students and parents
are proficient in using an online program called
"Seesaw" to post work and to view each other’s
work. Consequently, I hope to take advantage of
said resources and create learning activities that
require technology usage.
Strategies (in the form of action statements)
I will plan to feature projects and activities that
require technology in my lessons
I will familiarize myself with the "Seesaw"
program and encourage students and parents to
use it throughout the practicum
I will encourage students to conduct research for
research projects online (specifying appropriate
sites to visit)
Resources
TQS Connections
d) the subject disciplines they teach. They have
completed a structured program of studies through
which they acquired the knowledge, concepts,
methodologies and assumptions in one or more areas
of specialization or subject disciplines taught in
Alberta schools;
f) the purposes of short, medium and long term range
planning. They know how to translate curriculum and
desired outcomes into reasoned, meaningful and
incrementally progressive learning opportunities for
students. They also understand the need to vary their
plans to accommodate individuals and groups of
students;
i) there are many approaches to teaching and learning.
They know a broad range of instructional strategies
appropriate to their area of specialization and the
subject discipline they teach, and know which
strategies are appropriate to help different students
achieve different outcomes;
j) the functions of traditional and electronic
teaching/learning technologies. They know how to use
and how to engage students in using these
technologies to present and deliver content,
communicate effectively with others, fi nd and secure
information, research, word process, manage
information, and keep records;
m) student learning is enhanced through the use of
home and community resources. They know how to
identify resources relevant to teaching and learning
objectives, and how to incorporate these resources
into their teaching and students’ learning;
Indicators of Achievement
Feedback from teacher mentor
Throughout the practicum I will pursue dialogues
with my TM relating to my usage of technology in
the classroom.
Offering options
In contrast to previous practicums, where I relied
more on paper activities, I will give students the
option to post on “Seesaw” for various activities.
Timeline
“Seesaw” Program Dec 13th 2017 (start of my planning) to April 27th,
Collaboration with Teacher Mentor 2018
Online Resources
Goal Four (PIP Goal)
I hope to introduce goal setting at the individual and
group level to my grade 2 class. I would like to focus on
the value of goal setting in early child education as the
basis of my PIP project. If possible, I would like students
to set goals for each subject (science, social, and
language arts).
Strategies (in the form of action statements)
I will introduce the concept of goal setting to my
students in the second week of practicum
I will revisit and expand on the goal setting concept
throughout the practicum
I will assist students in becoming goal setters and seeing
the value of goal setting for their personal growth
Resources
Goal setting 101
http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/profdev/profdev151c.shtml
Collaboration with Teacher Mentor
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n) the importance of contributing,
independently and collegially, to the quality of
their school. They know the strategies
whereby they can, independently and
collegially, enhance and maintain the quality of
their schools to the benefit of students,
parents, community and colleagues;
o) the importance of career-long learning.
They know how to assess their own
teaching and how to work with
others responsible for supervising and
evaluating teachers. They know how
to use the findings of assessments,
supervision and evaluations to select, develop
and implement their own professional
development activities;
p) the importance of guiding their actions with
a personal, overall vision of the purpose of
teaching. They are able to communicate their
vision, including how it has changed as a result
of new knowledge, understanding and
experience
Timeline
Jan 22nd - 26th (third week of practicum)–
April 27, 2018