A research on 5 authors/ references about the topics:

A. B. C. D. E.

Teaching Readiness Student Teachers How to enrich student programs How to assess the teacher education Competencies of Teachers

A. Teaching Readiness
o The 6 Cs of Communication: 1. Clarity 2. Consistency 3. Caring 4. Confrontation (negative) 5. Conflict (negative) 6. Carelessness (negative) Things to be remembered by Student Teachers: 1. Be on time 2. Dress appropriately (for to have the look of professionalism and to show dedication to your assignment.) 3. Be flexible 4. Follow the school rules 5. Plan ahead (before you teach: lesson plan and materials) 6. Maintain confidentiality (of names of teachers, students and classroom experiences) 7. Dont gossip (about other teachers) 8. Be professional with other teachers (do not interrupt other teachers classes without a good reason) 9. Dont wait for the last minute to call when you cant come. Call as soon as you can to inform your cooperating teacher that you cant make it to the class.

B. Student Teachers
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Professional Knowledge and skills of student teachers: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Subject matter competence Instructional strategies Goal setting and instructional planning skills Classroom management skills Motivational skills Communication skills Working effectively with students from culturally diverse backgrounds Technological skills

C. How to enrich student programs

o Schools should be enriching places for talent development. Although knowledge acquisition is unquestionably an important educational goal, other goals such as knowhow, creativity, self fulfilment, and wisdom are equally significant. Schools should seek a higher mission: creating learning environments in which the knowledge that students bring to school with them is valued. To improve the academic performance of all students in all areas of the regular curriculum and to blend into the standard curriculum those activities that will engage students in meaningful and enjoyable learning. Using the School-wide Enrichment Model to Enrich Curriculum for All Students. The School-wide Enrichment Model (SEM) gives each teacher the flexibility to develop unique programs for talent development and enrichment based on local resources, student demographics, and school dynamics, as well as faculty strengths and creativity.

Reference: Enriching Curriculum for All Students by Joseph S. Renzulli

D. How to assess the teacher education

o He/She : 1. Has at least 3 years of teaching experience 2. Has at least a performance rating of very satisfactory for the last 3 years 3. Is a major of the learning area the student teachers will practice in (for secondary level; 4. Is willing to take responsibility for training/ mentoring the student teacher; 5. Has been (or is) a demonstrationteacher at least, on the school level. 6. Has had no record of irregularities and/pr abusive practices in school or in the community. 7. Is a regular, not a substitute or a para-teacher.

Teachers knowledge of general subject matter to be taught, her understanding of psychological and educational principles of her understanding and appreciation of the taching profession. Personal characteristics are those that stem from the teachers personality, interests, attitudes, behaviour in working relationships with pupils and other individuals (Lardizabal, 1991) Reference: Student Teachers Manual by Brenda B. Corpuz, BSE, MaEd, Ph.D.

E. Competencies of Teachers
o Practice teaching assessment and evaluation is designed to provide evidenceabout the student teachers accomplishments and his performance is in accordance with the National Competency-Based Teacher Standards (NCBTS) Reference: Practice Teaching Handbook by Violeta A. Vega Ph.D. o Criterias: A. Personal Appearance (10%) 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. Well poised Properly groomed Free of mannerisms Pleasant disposition Contains relevant/ appropriate activities Well written Neatness and proper format Submitted on time

B. Lesson Planning (10%)

C. Preparation and utilization of instructional materials (10%) 1. Instructional materials are appropriate for the activities given 2. Visual materials are clear, neat and attractive 3. Shows teachers creativity and resourcefulness D. Classroom Management (10%) 1. Pays attention to routine activities 2. Handles disciplinary problems effectively 3. Motivates and keeps students attention and interest E. Teaching and Learning experiences (60%) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Makes effective introduction and motivation Gives clear directions and logical explanations Mastery of subject matter Strategies well planned and executed Board work is well done Asks appropriate questions Asks appropriate questioning techniques Varied learning tasks Handles wrong questions tactfully

Reference: Practice Teaching Handbook by Violeta A. Vega Ph.D.

Personal Competence- these competencies determine how we manage ourselves. 1. Self awareness- knowing ones internal states, preferences, resources, intuitions Emotional awareness Accurate self-assessment Self-confidence Self- control- keeping disruptive emotions and impulses in check Trustworthiness Conscientiousness Adaptability Innovation Achievement drive striving to improve or meet a standard Commitment Initiative readiness to act on opportunities Optimism- persistence in pursuing goals despite obstacles

2. Self regulation managing ones internal states, impulses and resources

3. Motivation emotional tendencies that guide or facilitate reaching goals

4. Social competence determine how we handle relationships 5. Empathy- awareness of others feelings, needs and concerns 6. Social skills- adeptness at inducing desirable responses in others Influence Communication Conflict management Leadership inspiring and guiding individuals and groups Change catalyst Building bonds Collaborative and cooperation