Educational guide 2023_24 Faculty of Arts

Specific action plan / execution

	Description
Introductory activities	An introductory session: explanation of the dynamics of Practicum. Individual interviews with the students to define their placement needs.
Mechanisms for coordinating and monitoring external work experience	In order to accomplish the requirements of Practicum, students need to: 1 Observe the methods and techniques implemented by experienced teachers 2. Prepare and teach classes under supervision of the school tutor following the guidelines given by URV lecturers during the first term. It could include the design of specific materials taking into account the context and the profile of the target group, as well as selection and application of resources, strategies and other techniques used in teaching contexts (lesson plans, portfolio etc).
Work placement	Once the students start the internship, the Practicum Coordinator will monitor its development. It will involve constant communication with the schools (both principals and tutors) in order to assure Master's students' progress. The Practicum Coordinator will also supervise the students in order to make sure they accomplish the goals of the internship.
Report	Students need to elaborate a Practicum Report reflecting upon their overall Practicum experience

Competences	Learning outcomes	Selection technique and assignment
Planning	Specific action plan / execution	Coordination and monitoring mechanisms
Evaluation criteria and procedures	Sources of information	Recommendations