The Eighth International Literacy & Education Research Network Conference on

SPETSES, GREECE
4-8 July 2001

Abstract

Many colleges of education are seeking methods to help their students pass high stakes tests for teacher certification. This session will address the development of and demonstrate a program that has helped university students to pass state-mandated teacher certification tests for professional development through critical thinking processes. The workshop will focus on three important questions·"What is critical thinking?", "How can we promote critical thinking in our students?", and "What are the qualities of students that have critical thinking skills?". Six important factors of critical thinking will be addressed and linked to direct instruction for student success.

Participants will use a reflective approach in gaining an understanding of the process, product, and performance that students are required to render in a portfolio.

Bionote

Eileen Rosen Westerman, Clinical Instructor, University of Houston

MEd (Gifted/Talented), University of St. Thomas

BS (Elementary Education), Ohio State University

Teacher Education and Certification Examination Coordinator ,University of

Houston

Coordinator ,University/Houston Teacher Education Program

Supervisor of Student Teachers /Interns, University/Houston

Texas Mid-Management, Supervisory, and Gifted/Talented Certifications

Texas Lifetime Provisional Elementary

Presentation Type
60 min. Workshop

Presentation Equipment and Other Requests
Data Projector
Screen
portable microphone and speakers.

Speaking Date/Time Restrictions

Country
USA