Knowledge build and reflection is a process in which we read, discuss, ask questions and build our understanding around course readings. During class you will participate in processes that allow for the class to be actively engaged in conversation around various readings/articles, posing and answering questions in order to explore and create new knowledge within the community.
Topic for Knowledge Build and Reflection:
Disciplinary Literacy
Course Outcomes:
This course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers for Interim Professional Certification by Alberta Education. Competencies included in the Alberta Teaching Quality Standard
develop an understanding of the discipline and content knowledge of the English Language Arts (3a; 4g)
develop and maintain an awareness of relevant technologies and professional resources to inform pedagogical practice (2f; 3a)
Assessment Process:
You will select and examine an article of your choice (based on the topic listed above) to bring into your reflection.
You will hand in a write up that consists of the following headings:
Summary of Reading,
Connections to the Reading (what key pieces of information or ideas came forward from the reading that you feel enhanced or contributed to your understanding of the topic?),
Focus Question and Rationale
Be sure that your sources are cited correctly. Refer to the Library Guide.
Critical Thinking is the ability to:
Analyze information – create an appraisal based on information provided
Make an evaluation in order to form a judgment
Make connections beyond a general statement with evidence to support the connection or idea made
Reflection of what to believe or do to improve ones process of thinking (what I thought to what I think now)
