Teaching Children Science: A Project-Based Approach, 2/e

Joe Krajcik, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Charlene Czerniak, University of Toledo
Carl Berger, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

How is Student Understanding Assessed?

CREATING YOUR OWN PORTFOLIO

Materials Needed:


1		Think about the major concepts, skills, and techniques you've learned in your science teaching methods course. List them on a sheet of paper. You might refer to your instructor's syllabus for help on this or talk to your instructor about it.



2		Now think about things you've done in class that could provide evidence that you've met the learning performance. What artifacts could you include in the portfolio? Are there reproductions or attestations from the instructor, cooperating teachers, peers, and children that you can include? What productions will you add? List as many things as you can that will provide evidence of your learning. You might include photos of your teaching; videos; assignments from class; your philosophy of teaching science; lesson plans; unit plans; samples of student work; letters from students, parents, cooperating teachers, and instructors; samples of your own writing; reflections on your teaching; evaluations from instructors and cooperating teachers; letters of recommendation; and lists of your educational activities.



3		Begin a teaching portfolio. Think about items that a prospective employer might want to see. What items would add value to your portfolio and help you obtain a job or get a good evaluation from a principal?

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