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Fall interns in action at their field work placements this fall...
Brianna Berrocal (C2), Elementary Education
Brianna Berrocal turned an ELA plan into a cross-curricular lesson by incorporating sequencing and counting throughout a story. Pictured here are different visual representations of the story in their proper sequence, and students had to show how many fingers to align with which event she pointed at. Students completed the story together and Brianna ended the lesson by having students complete a review sheet that incorporated both literacy skills and math sequencing practice.
Jaclyn Fox (C2), Elementary Education
Jaclyn Fox created an interdisciplinary lesson about Oobleck. The students in her class read Oobleck and used adjectives to predict what it would look like and feel like. Students then had the opportunity to create their own oobleck (slime) by measuring ingredients for a science lab. Jaclyn developed a rubric for students so they were able to self assess their competence, learning and outcomes in the lab.
Morgan Madigan, (C2) Elementary Education
Morgan not only created an engaging and exciting lesson on the voting process, but created an election-like atmosphere for her second grade students. They were even able to experience "the voting booth" and cast their vote for their candidate. Inclusion of patriotic decorations enhanced the experience.
Talia Calabrese (C2), Elementary Education
Talia created a lesson for her 2nd grade students all about Veteran's Day that included a special treat. Talia was able to have her very own father, a veteran, join her as a guest visitor and have the students enjoy saluting and learning all about this American holiday that focuses on those who served our country.
Jamely McAlmont, (C2), Elementary Education
Jamely got her her students excited for the scientific method using seasonal props; pumpkins! Students were engaged measuring pumpkins, and also categorized and classified them and also made a prediction of whether they would float or sink in water. They used post its and tally marks to post their predictions. "They actually float!"
Carly Zellman (C2), Secondary Education
Carly works after school and the evenings assisting the Toms River Intermediate East Band at their rehearsals. Her Kean S.T.A.Y.S. project focuses on prepping students for events such as the Halloween and Veteran's Day Marching Band shows. Students and colleagues love having Carly join them in the rehearsals and when she joins them on the big day!
The 2024 New Jersey Science Convention
Bringing 21st Century Science Skills to the Classroom: New Frontiers in Science and Technology
Pictured from left to right: Professor Karen Woodruff, Fazeela Siddiqui, Oulla Dahhan, Emily Contreras, Kennedy Wilson, Marissa Feehan, Alexa D'Alessandro
(also in attendance but not pictured: Nicole Restrepo, Gianna Montemurno, Kadine Sharpe)
Kean University Clinical 1 interns had the opportunity to attend the NJ Science convention on 10/16-10/17.
The New Jersey Science Convention is the best professional development opportunity in the Mid-Atlantic area for science educators, including teachers, administrators, and student interns. The convention has a history of providing science teachers in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania with professional development over the course of two days. The goal is to provide a variety of sessions addressing K-12 three dimensional/NGSS lessons in all science areas. Many sessions focused on lessons that integrate new technologies and demonstrate methods of creating culturally responsive science classrooms that promote equity and inclusion.
Fall interns in action at their field work placements this fall...
Sara Simoes (C2), Elementary Education
Sara is teaching first grade students how to plant seeds and make predictions about what they will see in the near future. Her lesson had a balance of building writing skills and promoting critical thinking with journal entree writing about what they anticipate happening to the seeds. The experiential component was having student make their own "mini lawns" with cups of soil, adding two types of seeds and discussing the importance of water and sunlight.
Britney Field (C1), Elementary Education
With guidance from Mrs. Nataly Mahoney (R), Britney (L) created a classroom board enhancing the 1st-grade experience. It features math frames for counting school days, voice levels to manage discussions, and a daily schedule for easy reference. The board also includes sections for the current season and weather, helping students connect real-world observations with their lessons. A calendar highlights important dates and events, fostering community engagement. This setup enriches learning across subjects and encourages active student participation.
FALL 2024 Orientation
The recent intern orientation, attended by nearly 300 pre-service teachers and close to 50 supervisors, was a pivotal event designed to set the stage for a successful transition into the classroom. The orientation provided an invaluable opportunity for these future educators to gain insights into the practical aspects of teaching, including classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement strategies. In addition to discussing the necessary preparation for the classroom, the event emphasized the importance of building strong relationships between supervisors and interns. These relationships are critical, as they provide a support system throughout the internship experience. Through collaborative discussions and interactive sessions, the orientation also delved into real-world scenarios, allowing both interns and supervisors to explore potential challenges they may encounter during the internship. This holistic approach ensured that all participants left with a deeper understanding of the complexities of teaching and the confidence to navigate their upcoming experiences.
Packed house of interns, supervisors, administration, and placement office team coming together to kick off the academic year.
Summer S.T.A.R.S. participants getting ready for the start of their clinical.
Supervisors preparing and taking the day to work with their fall interns.
Supervisors taking a minute for a quick picture after discussing some real world scenarios with their interns.
The Placement Office Team stopping for a photo op in between collaborating and working with interns and colleagues.
Cristiana Rodrigues, Kean STAYS Project
Kean Research Days Spring 2024
Brianna Cepparulo SPED/Literacy
Joseph Shanager-Bruno SPED/Literacy
Rosibel M. Chavez SPED/Literacy
KEAN DISTINGUISHED INTERNS, SPRING 2024
KEAN INTERNS "IN THE NEWS"
June, 2024 - Kean graduates Ryen Hagg and Cristiana Rodrigues with education officials. Kean graduate Lillianna Ramos, who was also awarded with distinction, is not pictured. Read the whole story here: https://www.kean.edu/news/kean-student-teachers-among-those-honored-state-ceremony
May 21, 2024 - Kean University graduate Aidan Allman-Cooper ’24 turned his experiences as an autistic person into a career in education and advocacy work. Read the whole story here: https://www.kean.edu/news/kean-university-graduate-turns-challenges-advocacy?utm_source=Publicate&utm_medium=email&utm_content=...&utm_campaign=Kean+News+5-21-24
