C&I 104 Introduction to Education
Spring - 2004
Terry Nourie
Office: DeGarmo 216 Phone 438-5604
Email address-
Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 12:30 – 1:30 and by appointment
Catalog Description: The study of contemporary teaching and schooling provides the foundation for becoming an educator.
Prerequisites: El Ed majors only. Not for credit if had C+I 254. Includes clinical experience of 6 hours.
Course Overview
This 2 credit hour course (including observation at a school) should expose you to a wide variety of items interwoven in the world of education. These opportunities should help you confirm or rethink your decision to pursue a career in teaching. Should you decide to continue your studies in education, this course will lay a foundation for your remaining course work and the “intellectual and moral virtues of a teacher” (ISU Teacher Education/Realizing the Democratic Ideal). Whether or not you choose to become a teacher, this information will be valuable in your understanding of the school system within your community. Exposure to topics and expectations in this course should also inspire a beginning attitude and work ethic necessary to be successful in the professional world.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course and accompanying field experience, students will:
A. Identify salient components of teaching as a professional and career choice.
(INTASC 9) (IPTS 9, 11)
B. Understand the Curriculum and Instruction teacher preparation program and process.
(INTASC 9) (IPTS 9, 11)
C. Articulate the relationships between teacher preparation and teaching, learning, and schools.
(INTASC 1-9) (IPTS 1-9, 11)
D. Articulate the importance of teaching/learning and schooling.
(INTASC 1-9) (IPTS 1-9)
E. Trace the trends and school issues in education.
(INTASC 1-8) (IPTS 1-8)
F. Demonstrate understanding of legal and ethical issues in education.
(INTASC 2, 3, 6-8, 10) (IPTS 2, 3, 6-8, 10, 11)
G. Recognize the connection between school, family, and community.
(INTASC 2-7, 9, 10) (IPTS 2-7, 9, 10)
H. Demonstrate an understanding of administration and governance of schools.
(INTASC 10) (IPTS 10,11)
I. Identify and reflect upon skills needed to be an effective practitioner in terms of managing, reflecting, decision making, and problem solving.
(INTASC 10) (IPTS 10, 11)
J. Recognize the importance of inclusion, classroom management, and environments.
(INTASC 1-10) (IPTS 1-11)
K. Acquire a general knowledge of curriculum and instructional strategies.
(INTASC 1-8) (IPTS 1-8)
L. Understand the teacher certification process in Illinois, and the relationship between development, life-long
learners, and the school culture.
(INTASC 9, 10) (IPTS 9, 10, 11)
(INTASC and IPTS are standards that Teacher Education programs use for purposeful direction in the designing of their programs and for accreditation. INTASC stands for Interstate New Teacher Assessement and Support Consortium, and IPTS stands for Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. These are listed on the back of the page.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
1. Text- Teaching Today, An Introduction to Education6th Ed. by David Armstrong, Kenneth T. Henson
You will be expected to thoroughly read the chapters, which are assigned so that you comprehend and can activate the main points. (Take notes as you read!) All material may not be discussed in class but you are responsible for the material.
2. Text- Free with text Teacher-Tested Classroom Management Strategies by Blossom S. Nissman
3. Live Text CD-ROM programs may be purchased at the Tech Zone in Bone Student Center
Additional Resources:
Bolles, Richard. What Color is Your Parachute (1971). Berkley, CA: Ten Speed Press.
McNergney, R. & Herbert J. (2001). Foundations of Education: The Challenge of Professional Practice. MA:
Allen & Bacon.
Newman, J. (1998). American’s Teachers: An Introduction to Education. MA: Addison Wesley Longman.
Inspiring Books
Canfield J. & Hansen M. (2002) Chicken Soup for the Teacher’s Soul. Health Communications, Inc.
Collins, M. (1990). Marva Collin’s Way. Putnam Publishing Group.
Conroy, P. (1987) The Water Is Wide. Bantam Books.
Cordell, R. (2001) Educating Esme: A Diary of a Teacher’s First Year. Algonquin Books.
Hilton, J. (1986) Good Bye, Mr. Chips. Bantam Books.
Kaufman, B. (1991). Up the Down Staircase. Harper Collins.
Kelly, T. (1999) Stand By Me. Concordia Publishing House.
Kidder, T. (1990) Among School Children. Morrow, William, & Co.
Marshall, C. (1976) Christy. Morrow, William, & Co.
McGraw, P. (1999) Life Strategies. Hyperion.
Pelzer, D. (1995). A Child Called It. Health Communications, Inc.
Ruettgers, K (1995) Home Field Advantage. Multnomah Books.
Assessment
Academic Integrity is expected at all times. Your reputation is far more valuable than a score! Refer to this issue
Addressed in the Illinois State University Undergraduate Catalog and the Student Handbook. Unethical actions are
grounds for failing the course and dismissal from the education program and the university.
You will demonstrate your comprehension of course material throughout the semester.
a. There will be 2 exams-midterm and final.
b. Expect a quiz each week on the chapter(s) assigned and lecture.
c. Initial Dispositions Essay for Admission to Professional Studies (Live Text entry) DUE MARCH 4!!
d. Visit a school, take notes, and reflect on what you saw – Shadow Observation (Live Text entry) DUE AP. 1
e. Attend the required technology workshop and take notes. (Details later)
f. Attend classes and engage in learning!
g. Participate in “teacher content” through optional activities. (Details later)
To calculate you grade at any time during the semester, add your scores for the items that have been graded and divide by the total possible points. The percent will represent your grade. You should know your grade at all times.
The grading scale is:
A=92-100% B=84-91.99% C=76-83.99% D=65-75.99% F=0-64.99%
The point distribution will be as follows:
1. There will be 2 exams-midterm and final/100 points each. The exams will be given to assess students’ understandings of the readings, discussions, lecture, and other experiences in the course. (INTASC 1-10)
(IPTS 1-11) (ACEI 1,2a, 2i, 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, 3e, 4, 5a, 5b, 5c, 5d) Mid-term Exam-Tuesday, October 7.
2. There will be one quiz per week/10 pts. each. The quizzes will be given to assess the students’ understandings of the readings, discussions, lecture, and other experiences in the course. (INTASC 1-10) (IPTS 1-11) (ACEI 1,2a, 2i,3a,3b,3c,3d,3e,4,5a,5b,5c,5d)
3. Attend the required technology workshop/10 pts. This technology workshop will acquaint students with the use of LiveText in order to help them finalize their school visit assignment. (INTASC 9) (IPTS 9) (ACEI 5a, 5b)
4. Shadow/observe an elementary teacher for 6 hours and written reflection submitted through LiveText
25 pts. This field experience is required to pass the course. Students will spend a day(6 hour) with an elementary teacher to acquire a beginning understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a teacher and what teaching and learning are like. (INTASC 9) (IPTS 9, 11) (ACEI 5a, 5b)
You will receive a letter explaining that 6 hours of school observation/teacher shadowing are required. (A great choice would be at the elementary school in your hometown.) More will be explained as the semester goes.
Important Dates: a. Purchase Live Text Immediately
b. Initial Essay due in Live Text by March 1st.
c. Hard Copy of Initial Essay due March 1st.
d. Final date to have Observation/Shadow paper in Live Text is April 1st.
e. Observation/Shadow hardcopy due April 1st.
5. Attend classes and engage in learning. Students’ attendance and participation in small groups and whole group activities and discussion are as important as preparations for class and attentiveness during lectures. (INTASC 1-10)
(IPTS 1-11) (ACEI 1,2a, 2i, 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, 3e, 4,5a, 5b, 5c, 5d.)
6. Participate in “teacher content” through optional opportunities. Throughout the semester, various teacher-related seminars, workshops, speakers, activities, field experiences may become available to complement the topics discussed in this course. Each time you attend, you will sign in at the beginning, take notes, type a one page summary of the event, and hand it in at the next class meeting. Each of these will replace your lowest weekly quiz at the end of the semester. (INTASC 9) (IPTS 9, 11) (ACEI 5a, 5b)
Engagement
You are the key to your growth in this course. Your efforts before, during, and after class make the difference. Come prepared to class! Come excited about learning! I have realized for many years that ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING! Participation in small group and whole class activities, prompt arrival, quiet attentiveness, professional courtesies, and a positive attitude are accepted practices in the education field and are, therefore, expected of you. Lack of attendance, professional behavior, or participation will effect scores on a daily quizzes.
Each of you is a valued member of this class; your professional enthusiasm is desired.
All work should reflect professional quality.
Any student in need of special accommodations should contact Disability Concerns at 438-5833(voice), or
438-8620(TDD).