Ech 390 Wk 3 Summative Assessment

Teacher dispositions are the values, attitudes, commitments, and professional ethics that influence a teacher’s behaviors toward students, colleagues, families, and communities. Teacher dispositions may be less visible than knowledge and skills; however, they can be considered the most influential quality of highly effective educators. In addition to dispositions, a successful teacher must have effective communication and collaboration skills. This 2-part assignment provides you with the opportunity to reflect on your own professional dispositions and determine effective communication and collaboration skills for educators. Complete Parts 1 and 2 by following the provided instructions. Part 1: Professional Dispositions Reflection Review “Teacher Dispositions: What Kind of Candidates Do We Have in a Teacher Preparation Program, and How Can We Make Them Better?” from this week’s University Library activities. Follow these instructions to access and review the following resources: 1. Access the Teacher Education Handbook. 2. Access the Table of Contents on the left side of the screen. 3. Select “Conceptual Framework,” and review that section. 4. Select “Supplemental & Professional Expectations,” and review the “Supplemental and Professional Standards” within that section. Reflect on your own proficiency within the following areas: • Professional teacher dispositions • Communication skills • Collaboration skills Write a 1-page reflection that addresses the following questions: • Which area do you feel most proficient in? Explain why. • Which area do you feel least proficient in? Explain why. • What will you do to address any deficiencies you feel you have? • What resources are available to help you grow, such as professional organizations, online tools, etc.? Part 2: Communication and Collaboration Guide Create a 2-page guide for beginning teachers that addresses professional communication and collaboration in education. In your guide, include examples and detailed descriptions for each of the following in relation to teaching: • Written-communication strategies • Oral-communication strategies • Communication resources • School-based collaboration examples for: • Grade-level team • Child-study team • Professional-learning community • Individual collaborations (e.g., teacher and colleague; teacher and family; and teacher and student) • Collaboration strategies • Conflict-management strategies Cite references to support your assignment. Format your reflection and citations according to APA guidelines. Submit your assignment.