The Dalton Experience by Arline Horowitz
A student teacher describes the Dalton School experience, balancing teaching and observation twenty hours weekly. She notes initial fear and unfamiliarity, the private school dynamics, lab hours with individual student meetings, and learning that education extends beyond the classroom. Open mindedness adaptability and humor are highlighted as key teacher resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arline Horowitz
Dalton
Dalton School
Grammer
Barnard Education Program Aids Prospective Teachers
Through Barnard College education track 2 prospective teachers may meet state licensing and gain practical experience while undergraduates. Twenty seniors are enrolled and will test in New York State after a six year period of teaching. program led by Assistant Professor Patricia Graham includes weekly practice teaching, seminars, and cross department supervision. Barnard shifts to a five year social studies prep with added history and social science courses while easing prior discipline requirements. some science majors may face licensing gaps but no student is excluded. Educational pathways balance depth over breadth and suit those unsure about teaching, with graduate MAT options also available.
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Jackie Taner
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New York State
Tre
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New York State Department of Education
Graham
Student Teacher Finds City School Lessons Come Alive
A student teacher at George Washington High School in New York discovers a diverse, tough urban environment. Classes are crowded, the student body a microcosm of city life, with learners of varied backgrounds eager to engage and learn despite challenges.
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George Washington High School
192 Street
Audubon
George Washington Hish
New York City
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Mageyn
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