Weekly schedules

The schedule is divided into three main phases: observation (weeks 1-4), support and individual tutoring (weeks 5-6), and mini-lessons and whole class activities (weeks 7-10). This structure will allow you to gradually build your skills and confidence in supporting mathematics instruction, moving from passive observation to active teaching. Each week focuses on a specific aspect of math instruction or student interaction.

To maximize the benefits of your field placement, you are required to maintain a detailed field placement log. This log should track all the information outlined in the third column of the schedule below.

Your log entries should include the date, specific observation notes, reflections on teaching strategies, notes on student interactions, and your personal growth throughout the experience.

Pay particular attention to documenting the progression of your involvement, from initial observations to leading class activities. This log will serve as a valuable resource for your professional development, and help you identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.

Week	Main Task	Suggestions
1	Observe class routines	Take notes on your cooperating teacher’s strategies and differences in student engagement.
2	Observe math instruction techniques	Focus on questioning the classroom strategies and differentiation methods. Ask yourself what you might do the same and differently.
3	Observe student interactions during math activities	Note student misconceptions and how the teacher addresses them during class time.
4	Observe assessment practices	Pay attention to assessment techniques and feedback used by your cooperating teacher. Consider how you might respond.
5	Provide one-on-one support to a student	Assist a small group of students and practice explaining concepts clearly to the students. This might make for a great use of your 15-minute mathematics corner activity.
6	Lead a group tutorial on a math topic	Prepare mini-lessons on difficult concepts or some interesting activity for the students. This might make for a great use of your historical STEM figure activity.
7	Co-teach a full lesson with the mentor teacher	Plan and deliver a portion of a lesson discussed with your teacher.
8-10	Lead a math-related class activity or game	Design an activity or lesson that reinforces key math concepts. This might be a great way to practice your lesson plan or unit activity.