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Mark Hayden
e-Portfolio

The University of Pennsylvania- Master of Chemistry Education Program (MCEP)

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The purpose of this portfolio is to serve as:
  • a forum for reflection on my own teaching and learning
  • an impetus for integration of program ideas across courses
  • an assessment of personal growth
  • a source of evidence for program evaluation

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Achievement in Science and Education)
1.  Comprehension of Chemistry Content Course Enduring Understandings
The participant has grown to have a stronger comprehension of science content as described in the program and course Enduring Understandings.
2.  Use of Accurate Scientific Language
The participant has grown in his/her ability to accurately use scientific language.
3.  Synthesis of Scientific Concepts Across Chemistry Courses
The participant has demonstrated a synthesis of important scientific concepts across the program content.
4.  Application of Scientific Concepts
The participant has grown in the ability to apply concepts and scientific principles to practical problems and/or real-world situations.
5.  Use of New Chemistry Content Knowledge in Designing Instruction
The participant has demonstrated the application of new scientific knowledge in the design of teaching materials, lesson plans, and/or assessments used in his or her own classroom.
6.  Understanding of Science Education Theory & Literature
The participant has grown to have a stronger understanding of important science education literature and theory.
7.  Reflective Practice
The participant demonstrates a disposition toward inquiry on teaching, and an ability to apply educational theory to do research on teaching and learning in his or her own classroom.
8.  Use of New Pedagogical Knowledge in Designing Instruction
The participant has demonstrated the application of improved knowledge of educational theory in the design of teaching materials or lessons used in his or her own classroom.
9.  Use of New Pedagogical Knowledge in Designing Assessment
The participant has demonstrated the application of improved knowledge of educational theory in the design of assessments used in his or her own classroom.
10.  Leadership
The participant has grown as a leader in science education.
11.  Integration of Available and Appropriate Technology into Teaching Practice
The participant has become more skilled and sophisticated in his or her use of appropriate technology in teaching practice.