MAT Portfolio PresentationSpring 2013

Cynthia GibbsApril 2, 2013

http://cynthiamgibbs.wordpress.com/

Cynthia M. Gibbs Profile• Started MAT Program in August of 2009 Part-time• Certification

EC- 6 Generalist Studying to take ESL Test in the Summer 2013

• Field Experiences All within LISD Grades K-5 Student Teaching 3rd grade at Liberty Elementary

• Plans after graduation To obtain a full-time elementary teaching position

• For a complete profile on me please go to http://cynthiamgibbs.wordpress.com/my-profile/

Learner-Centered Proficiencies

My portfolio represents my achievement of the learner-centered proficiencies by:1. Providing examples and grades of assignments completed

from knowledge I received from each of the MAT courses2. Sharing my experiences from student teaching3. Discussing areas of strength and development in my final

reflection

Portfolio Item

“Best Practices of an Effective Literacy Coach” Completed in READ 5423 Learner-Centered Proficiency 5 First real research paper Chose topic because of my

Passion for coaching and mentoringDesire to be a lifelong learner

Received an A on the paperhttp://cynthiamgibbs.wordpress.com/learner-centered-proficiency-five

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“Best Practices of an Effective Literacy Coach” Overview

• Research Questions What is the definition and role of a literacy coach? What are the goals of a literacy coach? What are the best practices of an effective literacy coach?

• Results There are several different definitions, roles and names Overall goal is to improve teacher instruction to improve student

achievement Planning, meeting, modeling and self-reflection are the main best

practices More qualitative research is needed to show impact of literacy coach

In Closing…In retrospect, I am grateful for my experience in TWU MAT Program because it has

Provided me with the knowledge and skill sets to be able to successfully teach and develop children

Given me professors and educators who love to teach others

Enhanced my existing adult training skill sets to teach children

Allowed me to go after a career that I am passionate about

Shown me that I have made the right choice

THANK YOU!

Questions?