Evaluating a Student Teacher

By (author) Marvin A. Henry, Ann Weber

Publication date:

11 July 2016

Length of book:

50 pages

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

ISBN-13: 9781475828160

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.

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

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.