Office of Teacher Education
Learning for Tomorrow . . . Teaching for Today
The Teacher Education Programs at Boise State University are designed to promote the continual development of teachers with an emphasis on increasing P-12 student learning.
The programs provide candidates with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for beginning teachers. Candidates have multiple opportunities to teach in P-12 classroom situations, which include working with diverse student populations.
Guided reflection of all experiences from a variety of perspectives fosters the self-analysis and evaluation skills essential for continued professional development.
The Office of Teacher Education is located in Education building, Room 722.
Schedules, bulletins and other information on this website are not to be considered binding contracts between Boise State University and students.
Individual departments will be sending out invitations for interviews. All notifications for Teacher Education applications will be out by March 23, 2012.
| Teacher Education Interview Information:
The following information will be evaluated during the Teacher Education Interview: Presentation (skills) Content: philosophy and reasons for teaching: Thoughtful response, attention to issues of personal and professional value. Compelling speaker and insightful communicator; responsive to interview committee questions/comments Presentation Quality: Prepared, properly paced within time allotted, addressed topics assigned Materials (knowledge) Progress in program of study to date: Uses advising, academic quality (letters/support), GPA Writing Prompt: Demonstrates creativity and critical thinking; appropriate for audience and mechanics/language high quality; organization Professional Dispositions Dispositions of Character: Exhibits self-knowledge, integrity, and persistence Dispositions of Intellect: Exhibits open-mindedness and truthfulness Dispositions of Care: Exhibits relatedness, responsiveness, civility, and receptivity The interview will consist of three parts: 1) your prepared statement, 2) faculty questions, and 3) an on-site writing sample. Assessment criteria for the interview and writing sample are available through the Teacher Education website. You will present a clear, concise oral statement of no more than EIGHT MINUTES addressing the following questions: 1) Why do you want to teach? 2) What goals should a good educator attempt to accomplish with students? 3) Which areas of professional skills development do you identify as your strengths and which need more work? 4) What are your future professional goals? Following your statement presentation, the faculty will discuss with you areas they feel will be most helpful to your professional development. This may involve, but is not limited to, asking questions related to your presentation. A TYPED OUTLINE OF YOUR PREPARED STATEMENT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE TEAM LEADER IDENTIFIED IN YOUR EMAIL INVITATION 24 HOURS BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED INTERVIEW. If you are unable to locate your team leader’s name on the invitation, please contact 426-2756. Immediately PRIOR to your interview with the faculty team, you will have 20 minutes in which to generate a short writing sample. From a set of 2-3 prompts, you will select one and write a one-page essay. The essay will be assessed according to clarity, organization, and content. PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEANS YOU SHOULD ARRIVE APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR INTERVIEW. Interviews and writing samples will take place on the 7th floor of the Education Building. Successful completion of the Teacher Education Admission Interview offers you the opportunity to: reflect seriously on the profession of teaching; organize and express your thoughts into a personal goal statement; exhibit professional behavior and temperament; and examine indicators for your future success as an educator. Be sure to practice your oral statement so you cover everything you hope to in the time allotted. Clarity and organization are key to a successful presentation. Feel free to discuss any aspect of the interview process with your advisor prior to your interview. |