Resources

We have created several resources to support the implementation of MnEDS. Each resource is available for download at the bottom of this page and most are linked to subpages within this website.

CEHD Lunch Presentation August 30

These slides were presented at a kick-off event on August 30, 2016. They summarize findings from PY1 and look towards focus of PY2.

Coaching Questions

Each strand has a unique set of coaching questions designed to facilitate developmentally appropriate dialogue between teacher candidates and teacher educators.

Handout for Teacher Candidates

The 8 rubrics along with some introductory front matter, provide a useful entry into conversations around dispositions with teacher candidates. 

Instructional and Coaching Activities

This 13-page guide provides teacher educators with a suite of activities for coaching and teaching dispositions.

Instructional Vignettes

These vignettes examine teacher dispositions and can be used as instructional materials when working with: teacher candidates, cooperating teachers, university clinical supervisors, and instructors. 

MnEDS Pilot Year 1 Report 2015-2016

MnEDS PY2 FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the MnEDS Pilot Year 2, including opportunities for teacher preparation faculty engagement and research.

Rubrics

There are 8 MnEDS Dispositions Rubrics that can be used to develop dispositions for teaching.

Rubrics and Thinking Behind the Strands

This 34-page, comprehensive guide includes: a description of professional dispositions in teaching; the intents and purposes of MnEDS with a focus on teaching for equity; an overview of the 8-strand disposition framework and explanation of the rubric structure; the MnEDS Dispositions Rubrics; descriptions of the underlying theory and thinking behind the strands.

Thinking Behind the Strands

Descriptions of the underlying theory and thinking behind the strands.

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