Mini-teach  

Directions: Share one specific part of your lesson plan that relates to material/theory discussed in class. You will have approximately 12 minutes. Approach this assignment as if you were providing a professional development activity to a group of educators who need to understand how to put theory into practice.

REQUIRED:    Discussion Board post, written plan, lesson goal, a specific diversity to meet a student need, lesson activity, connection to theory, personal connection, clear explanation.   

Remember, during this presentation, YOU ARE THE TEACHER. This is a chance to practice a new method idea in front of a friendly crowd. Relate your topic to the classroom(pedagogy) and to this course(theory) as much as possible. Also, describe the importance of putting theory into practice on the discussion board.

SCORING GUIDE
Well organized with written plan provided before start	10%
Post on Discussion Board (theory used)	10%
Presentation: clear voice, eye contact, clear communication	10%
Time: 10-15 minutes	5%
Ready when scheduled	5%
Share goal of the lesson plan	10%
Clear explanation of lesson plan strategy	10%
Describe the theorist used	10%
Explain the value of theory in practice	10%
Passion demonstrated with personal connection	10%
Describe the diverse need that the theory addresses	10%