EPT436: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TEACHING GOALS

Goal and rationale given as to why Action Evidence

this has been chosen

Goal 1: Professional Knowledge Demonstrate a willingness to learn  Professional discussions with

To broaden my knowledge and and engage with the NSW 7-10 my Supervising Teacher in the
understanding regarding the
structure and content of the History syllabus content. I will do form of feedback.
NSW 7-10 HSIE syllabus, and the this by engaging in professional  Lessons designed that align to
appropriate teaching strategies discussion with my Supervising the appropriate subject and
that align with HSIE subject area.
Standard 2: Know the content Teacher regarding content stage level content.
and how to teach it; 2.1 Content selection and alignment to
and teaching strategies of the learning experiences.
teaching area
I have chosen to devise this goal
for my EPT436 practicum, as I
have not had the opportunity to
broaden my skills in applying the
content of the History syllabus.
During university practicums I
have only been presented with
the opportunity to teach
Geography lessons.
Goal 2: Professional Practice Demonstrate preparedness in  Weekly professional
To develop my skill set in being every lesson design by developing discussions with my
able to select/design appropriate specific and achievable learning Supervising Teacher regarding
learning goals for students that goals, that relate to subject the effectiveness of goal
are specific and achievable. content and the interests of setting in the classroom.
Standard 3: Plan for and students. I will do this by engaging  Clearly labelled lesson goals in
implement effective teaching and in professional dialogue with my lesson plan templates.
learning; 3.1 Establish challenging Supervising Teacher regarding the  Discussions with students
learning goals method of delivering goals, and regarding the effectiveness of
I have chosen this goal for my the language that should be used setting and displaying clear
upcoming high school practicum, to ensure they are achievable. learning goals.
as I feel that I have been exposed
to current research regarding the
benefits of goal setting. I want to
witness student engagement with
their own learning when learning
goals are evident and set at the
beginning of each lesson.
Goal 3: Professional Engagement Demonstrate a willingness and  Signing the attendance sheet
To broaden and improve my preparedness to attend all staff for staff weekly staff
knowledge regarding best practice meetings during my 6 week meetings.
by participating in weekly whole professional experience  Evidence of professional
staff/stage meetings. placement. I will do this by readings in my practicum
Standard 6: Engage in professional engaging in discussion with my folder.
learning; 6.2 Engage in Supervising Teacher regarding the  Reflective discussions with my
professional learning and improve timetabling for staff meetings. Supervising Teacher regarding
practice staff meeting content.
I have chosen this goal for my
upcoming practicum, as I feel it is
important to communicate with
professional networks within the
school, and wider community, so
that I can create and maintain
professional relationships.
Other aims you may have for the professional experience:
 Standard 1: Know the students and how they learn; 1.4 Strategies for teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander students. Over the duration of my university course I have engaged in studies regarding
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. I would really like the opportunity to witness how these
students are supported in the school (and wider) community. I would like to discover the connections
and supports that schools have established with the Aboriginal community within Albury.

Teacher Education Student: Grace Shephard Date: 11/04/18

Supervising Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________

Subject Coordinator: Date: 13/04/18