Full conversations from the Focus on the Field series. Join teacher educators, researchers, preservice teachers and their mentors as we explore current issues, challenges and opportunities surrounding this core component of learning to teach.
We've heard throughout this series about the importance of communication. Jeff Turner is a Sessional Instructor at the Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary. He also acts as a university advisor for student teachers and mentors in the teacher education program.
In this conversation, we explore the importance of strong, honest and open communication throughout the practicum experience. Some great insights and strategies!
23 Aug 2022
Coaching and Mentoring in the Teacher Practicum—Dawn Burleigh & Connor Kopp
Connor Kopp is a recent graduate from the teacher education program at the University of Lethbridge. Dawn Burleigh was Connor's faculty consultant/mentor. In this conversation, Connor and Dawn share insights and perspective on the teacher education practicum, the importance of mentorship and the journey into the teaching profession.
23 Aug 2022
The Teaching Quality Standard—Elders Jerry and Jo-Ann Saddleback
Jerry and Jo-Ann Saddleback are educators and elders from Treaty 6 Territory. They joined me to talk about the Teaching Quality Standard and, in particular, how educators might approach Competency No. 5: "A teacher applies Foundational Knowledge about First Nations, Métis and Inuit for the benefit of all students"
Elders Jerry and Jo-Ann share important information about their community's view of child development, the importance learning from elders and knowledge keepers and understanding the protocols around approaching elders and knowledge keepers.
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