Capstone/Portfolio

Course Description

Provide evidence of increasing depth of knowledge in instruction, assessment, and digital learning skills for research, curriculum design and professional growth by selecting and defending artifacts produced throughout the program. Grading is H, S, U only. Course is eligible for In Progress (IP) grade.

Learning Outcomes

  • Organize selected artifacts to create a digital portfolio reflective of the candidate’s growth during the program.
  • Provide evidence of increasingly sophisticated instruction, assessment and digital learning skills for research, curriculum design and professional growth from the artifacts.
  • Provide evidence of application of research-based knowledge and skills to create/transform effective, diverse learning environments.
  • Present and justify the digital portfolio to demonstrate growth aligned to the individualized teaching growth plan and situated in contemporary underpinnings of the seven literacies.

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