Ech 485 week 1 contextual factors knowing your school, community, and students

ECH-485 WEEK 1 CONTEXTUAL FACTORS KNOWING YOUR SCHOOL, COMMUNITY, AND STUDENTS DOWNLOAD Knowing your school and community's unique demographics will help you develop your understanding and effectiveness as a teacher.

Research contextual factors consisting of demographic and logistical information about your community, school district, school, and students. Organize this information into a demographic report of 1,000-1,250 words. Summarize the relationship, importance, and impact of this data to your success as a student teacher.

The report should include the following district and school data: 1. State Department of Education assessment scores and performing labels 2. Adequate yearly progress (AYP) and school improvement status 3. School report card, enrollment, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic information 4. District and school mission and vision 5. The demographic data of the students in your class, e.g., number of students, gender, ELL, SPE, and academic levels Locate and include other pertinent district and school information, including student and staff handbooks, school map, daily schedule, calendar, traditions, programs, parental involvement activities, and district and/or school behavioral programs, policies, and procedures.

Address geographic location, stability of community, community support for education, and other environmental factors.

After you have amassed this information, critically consider the following points: 1. What are the most important points of information that are imperative for a new teacher to know?

2. How will this information affect your teaching and interactions with students, staff, and community?

3. How does this data inform your effectiveness as a teacher?

4. How will the differences and similarities of the students in your classroom impact your daily interactions, instruction, planning, and classroom management plan?

5. What management and engagement strategies will be utilized to address the diverse needs of your students?

Include charts or graphs if applicable.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.