Program: Online Courses
Audience: K-12 Teachers and Guidance Counselors pursuing National Board Certification
Dates: 2/16/2021 to 2/17/2021
New The Writing Institute for National Board Certification, co-sponsored by NYSUT and the Lower Hudson Teacher Center Network, was created in response to requests from current National Board candidates to provide a collegial environment to support them in completing their portfolios. Candidates have the opportunity to write, read, and reflect in congenial and supportive surroundings on portfolio entries, either working independently, with partners, or in writing groups. The community of writers and reviewers supports the development of portfolio entries and the peer review of videos of their classroom teaching in regards to the Five Core Propositions of what teachers should know and be able to do and the NBPTS Standards. Recognizing that candidates need time for intellectual stimulation, for reading and writing, and exchanging feedback with their colleagues and the professional learning facilitator, the Writing Institute helps teachers exchange ideas and respond to each other's work, enhancing their awareness of effective practices. This Institute is unlike other gatherings because candidates have the opportunity to discuss and listen to issues particular to their unique work, as their work is unfolding. This program is open only to NBC Candidates and Advanced (Retake) Candidates.
Materials: Candidates need to bring a laptop computer, flash drive, written commentary entries, student work, NBPTS portfolio directions, standards, and scoring guide. Instructor will confirm on the first day the hours you will meet on the 17th. This course is limited to six hours within a two day period. Any questions please contact tgamils@teachercentercw.org.