ED+569+Class+Materials

=Class Materials and Reading Assignments:=

Week 1, January 4th
Syllabus (Updated 4/20/2011) -

Pre-Departure Checklist - [|Predeparture Checklist.docx]

Visa Requirements - Gather ALL materials by **January 25** at the latest! We will complete the on-line application together in class and I'll send everyone's packets to the travel agent together in order to expedite processing time.

Week 2, January 11
Teacher Preparation in the Global Age [|Teacher Preparation in the Global Age.pdf]
 * Read pages 1-7, 16 (Working with English Language Learners), and the page about your specific subject area (pages 17-20).

~We described our best and worst moments of student teaching so far. Please continue to share these experiences with your classmates!

~Global competence discussion - Richard Lambert's definition as written in //Education Exchange and Global Competence (1994):// 1.) A practical ability to function in other cultures. 2.) Foreign language proficiency. 3.) Internationally oriented substantive knowledge. 4.) Empathy with and appreciation of other cultures. //Recommended Journal Topic: Do you agree or disagree with this definition of "Global Competence"? What do each of these elements mean to you, and how can you achieve them?//

~World Data on Education *Skim the entire document, and pay special attention to the grade level you are teaching. Primary school in Brazil covers "elementary" and "middle school". Secondary education refers to what we call "high school" in the U.S.

~Class Power Points 1. Brazil Assessment Quiz -

**~Homework to complete prior to class on February 1:** **1. Prepare a list of 5 similarities and 5 differences among Brazil's education system and the U.S. education system.** **2. Read //Weaving the Web of Solutions: The Curitiba Example//. (This was handed out at the end of class.)** **3. Watch the CBS clip on "Brazil's Rising Star". (Posted at the bottom of this page.)**

NO CLASS JANUARY 25

Week 4, February 1
~5 similarities and 5 differences between the education systems of Brazil and the United States.

~Discussion questions for "Weaving the Web of Solutions: The Curitiba Example" // What did you learn about the city after reading this chapter? Did it dispel any predictions or stereotypes you had prior to the reading? What aspect of the city's story would you like to learn more about? What areas would you like to deepen your knowledge during your stay in Curitiba? //

~Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions activity Resources: Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions web site - [] Teaching Cross-Culturally web site from NCSU's Office of International Services - [] //Recommended journal entry: How can you use the cultural values/dimensions knowledge when working with your colleagues in Brazil? How is it useful to your profession as a teacher in North Carolina?//

Week 5, February 8
Allison Mitchall (allison_mitchall@ncsu.edu) "subbing" for Megan. 6:30-7:30 Rebecca Denton (rebecca_denton@ncsu.edu) from NCSU's Study Abroad Office **Prepare a list of questions and plan to arrive early or on time!** 7:30-8:30 Portuguese with Lenita

NO CLASS FEBRUARY 15

Week 6, February 22
6:30-7:30 Safety - Dr. Holley U.S. Department of State Travel Recommendations and Safety Specific to Brazil: []

7:30-9:30 Mid Point Evaluation, Revisit Pre-Departure Items, and Questions Your Helping/Hindering Responses: (Thank you for your feedback! You all had excellent ideas for improvement. If you think of anything else, feel free to pass it along and I'll add it to this document.)

Week 7, March 1
6:30-7:30 Portuguese with Lenita 7:30-9:30 ESL Teaching Methods and Strategies Resources and Strategies Handout:

Week 8, March 8
6:30-9:30 Portuguese with Lenita

Weeks 9 and 10, March 15 and 22
6:30-7:30 Portuguese with Lenita 7:30-9:30 Last minute pre-departure logistics, questions, and final preparations!

Power Point from class on 3/22/11 via Elluminate:

=Additional Resources:= = = = =
 * Study Abroad Handbook || [] ||
 * Student Teacher Handbook 2010-2011 || [[file:Student Teacher handbook 2010-2011.pdf]] ||
 * CBS Video, "Brazil's Rising Star" || [] ||
 * Article, "Global Schools Network Launches in North Carolina" || [] ||
 * Article, "U.S. Student in Middle of the Global Pack" || [[file:U.S._students_in_middle_of_global_pack_The_W_1_.pdf]] ||