Reflections on the edTPA: What Got Me Through It
It wasn’t until mid-July when Leann had interviewed for and accepted a teaching position that she even began to start working on her edTPA. Looking back, it was most definitely not the smartest decision she could have made, but in the process, Leann learned a lot about herself and how to approach the edTPA in a way that is manageable. This article offers strategies for writing for the edTPA™.
Ready to Start Writing for your edTPA?
This article offers strategies to prepare for writing for the edTPA™. Once you are ready to begin writing, start with high-quality and detailed lesson plans, establish a consistent writing routine early on, and leverage the edTPA’s Understanding Rubric Level Progressions handbook throughout the entire writing process. These simple yet practical strategies will put you in a more solid position to successfully address the writing component of your edTPA portfolio.
Importance of Knowing your Students and the edTPA
This article offers strategies to prepare for the edTPA™ by highlighting the importance of knowing your students and their community.
Preparing for the edTPA
This article offers strategies to prepare for the edTPA™ by thinking with the end in mind and organizing edTPA resources.
Pathway to Teaching Book Release Party
Pathway to Teaching book release happened on Saturday, February 29th, 2020. I am so deeply touched by the family, friends, former students, & colleagues that showed up for the Pathway to Teaching book release party. Thanks for the support!
Pathway to Teaching Book Release Party
Come join the fun!
Looking for a reason to celebrate? Please join us to celebrate the release of Dr. Hougan’s book - Pathway to Teaching (https://www.amazon.com/Pathway-Teaching-Teacher-Training-Student/dp/1475847459)!
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