Standards: B.Ed Program at OISE & the universal SOP’s for teaching locally and globally
I would like to share my thoughts and reflections, in light of the questions below and our chapter seven reading, titled ‘Standards and SLTE’ by Anne Katz and Ann Snow.
Do you think the language teacher education program you experienced would have met the standards set? If not, what was missing?
Having the opportunity to complete my B.Ed, with a focus on the intermediate / senior division, and the teachables of high school level History and Politics, was one of the best educational experiences in my academic life! My instructors were outstanding, as they 100% inspired me to become a passionate teacher who incorporates moral principles and humanism. I can still recall the wonderful and interactive classes I attended, as my instructors, like Prof. Margaret Wells, Prof. Bernie Rubinstein, Prof. Dick Holland, and Prof. Bathseba Opini, found creative ways to engage us through theory and practice.
The B.Ed program OISE, was complete and succinct. Through two intensive practicum opportunities and one internship, I was prepared to become a teacher who is knowledge about curriculum documents and the SOP’s – standards of practice. The B.Ed prepared me for the future of teaching, as we learned about how to effectively incorporate professionalism, responsibilities and ethics to continue our growth as teachers.
Visit these websites to find out more about the accreditation of teacher education programs as well as professionalism and certification:
The OISE Website:
“As teacher candidates at OISE, you are among a new generation of emerging professionals. Your short time here will lay the foundation for your future practice. It is hoped that the attitudes and behaviour you adopt in your successful completion of the academic program will serve to inspire your initiation into the honourable and moral profession of
teaching.”
http://ro.oise.utoronto.ca/BEdTeacherCandidates.pdf
Do you think standards are necessary in SLTE?
As a result, I agree with the authors, Katz and Snow, that standards in SLTE are absolutely necessary, as it sets the expectations for quality teacher education:
“Standards for Teachers of English at Pre-Service (STEPS), identified the social, linguistic and pedagogical competencies required by prospective teachers who intended to teach English in primary, preparatory, and secondary schools.” (pg.68)
Although the authors do suggest ‘Issues and Directions’ on pages 73 and 74, regarding standards and SLTE, one must not overlook the overall benefits of teacher education programs, such as my experience with the B.Ed at OISE. Moreover, the SOP’s – Standards of Practice, which we analyzed and put into practice at OISE, are universal
in language, and can be observed as transferable standards of practice, applicable to most teaching contexts, both locally and globally.
Do you think the language teacher education program you experienced would have met the standards set? If not, what was missing?
Having the opportunity to complete my B.Ed, with a focus on the intermediate / senior division, and the teachables of high school level History and Politics, was one of the best educational experiences in my academic life! My instructors were outstanding, as they 100% inspired me to become a passionate teacher who incorporates moral principles and humanism. I can still recall the wonderful and interactive classes I attended, as my instructors, like Prof. Margaret Wells, Prof. Bernie Rubinstein, Prof. Dick Holland, and Prof. Bathseba Opini, found creative ways to engage us through theory and practice.
The B.Ed program OISE, was complete and succinct. Through two intensive practicum opportunities and one internship, I was prepared to become a teacher who is knowledge about curriculum documents and the SOP’s – standards of practice. The B.Ed prepared me for the future of teaching, as we learned about how to effectively incorporate professionalism, responsibilities and ethics to continue our growth as teachers.
Visit these websites to find out more about the accreditation of teacher education programs as well as professionalism and certification:
The OISE Website:
“As teacher candidates at OISE, you are among a new generation of emerging professionals. Your short time here will lay the foundation for your future practice. It is hoped that the attitudes and behaviour you adopt in your successful completion of the academic program will serve to inspire your initiation into the honourable and moral profession of
teaching.”
http://ro.oise.utoronto.ca/BEdTeacherCandidates.pdf
Do you think standards are necessary in SLTE?
As a result, I agree with the authors, Katz and Snow, that standards in SLTE are absolutely necessary, as it sets the expectations for quality teacher education:
“Standards for Teachers of English at Pre-Service (STEPS), identified the social, linguistic and pedagogical competencies required by prospective teachers who intended to teach English in primary, preparatory, and secondary schools.” (pg.68)
Although the authors do suggest ‘Issues and Directions’ on pages 73 and 74, regarding standards and SLTE, one must not overlook the overall benefits of teacher education programs, such as my experience with the B.Ed at OISE. Moreover, the SOP’s – Standards of Practice, which we analyzed and put into practice at OISE, are universal
in language, and can be observed as transferable standards of practice, applicable to most teaching contexts, both locally and globally.