Chapter 4 Assignment

This chapter focuses on the Changes in American Society: Their Influences on Today's Schools. After reading the chapter take a position on Zero Tolerance.

In 1994 due to acts of violence in schools Congress passed the Gun-Free Schools Act. This act requires all states who receive federal funds to expel any student for one year who was in possession of a firearm in a school setting. Additional amendments were added to include all weapons and drugs or drug paraphernalia to the act. More than 3/4 of all schools report having zero-tolerance policies.

Read Teaching in an Era of Reform on page 132. Watch Action, Reaction, and Zero Tolerance from the Becoming a Professional DVD.

Comment to this post your position on zero tolerance at this time.

Based on the first letter of your last name respond to the following question:

A-I: Describe the major goals of zero-tolerance policies.
J-R: List advantages and disadvantages of zero-tolerance policies.
S-W: What do you think schools could do to minimize the negative effects of
zero-tolerance policies?

Philosophy Object Presentation

On Monday, September 21, 2009 we will be meeting in Tech 214 at 1:00 p.m. for class. The Philosophy Object Presentation assignment will be due during class. Select an object that demonstrates how you believe you live your life. Clearly connect the object to your philosophy of life. The presentation can be anywhere from 1-5 minutes with more points being assigned to a 3-5 minute presentation. Although most people get nervous about public speaking you can increase your confidence by practicing your presentation in a mirror, for a friend, or a family member. Think creatively about the object that you select so that your audience is able to make the connection between the object and what you are stating about your belief system. And lastly focus on how you present yourself. Work on being poised, speaking clearly and loud enough for the audience to hear you, make eye contact with the audience, and show enthusiasm for what you are doing. The rubric for the assignment has been added to the blog under rubrics. Please bring a copy of this rubric to class on Monday.

Spring Registration

Spring 2010 Registration begins Thursday, October 15th…

Have you made an appointment to meet with your Advisor?

Schedule your appointment today to set up a time after Fall Break.


Ways to make an appointment:
1. By phone
a. Bianca, Advisor 785-5473
b. Preama, Department Secretary 785-5485
2. By Email
a. Bianca bvillarr@pnc.edu
b. Preama pminix@pnc.edu
3. Stop by TECH 205
a. See Bianca or Preama



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Chapter 2 Assignment

After reading chapter 2 you should be able to describe beliefs of beginning teachers (see pages 40-42). Respond to the following prompt:

Describe beginning teachers' beliefs about what makes a teacher effective.

You also discovered through the reading that there is traditional and alternative licensure. What is the difference between traditional and alternative licensure?

Watch Succeeding in Your First Year of teaching on the DVD. Describe the rewards and challenges this teacher faced in her first year of teaching. What challenges do you think you will have during your first year of teaching?

Respond to the new poll I have posted on the blog.

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We have opportunities for Site Directors and Site Assistants for our Kidstop Unit working in Valparaiso elementary area schools, Monday – Friday 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Our Duneland Club also has a Program Aide position Monday – Friday 2:30 – 6:30 p.m.

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As a part of our team, you will make a difference in the lives of many children by promoting program participation, orienting new members and providing guidance and role modeling.

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