Ms. Walde's Thoughts

My Service Ed workers were Emily Lines and Jacob Lines.  They came to help out with Science Grades 4/5.

Emily

-very willing to help in any way, and enthusiastic about everything that was asked of her

-she specifically helped 1-2 student(s) keep on track, keep focused and scribe when needed

-she also kept _______________ focus on the front of the room instead of the rest of the room, all the while explaining the specific details to the student

-Emily helped me prepare labs for Matter and Cells

-she was keen to help in whatever capacity I needed her

-she helped prepare slides of various plants and animal cells on 15 different microscopes

-she secured the slides in place and adjusted the light source and lenses

Jacob –

-exceptionally willing to help in anyway possible

-maintained a positive attitude at all times

-Jacob’s main job during class was to keep the some students in the lab on task

          - this was not a small expectation

          -at first he had difficulty with this, but my expectations were too

   high and proved to be too difficult for someone his age

-after a more detailed work description from me, Jacob moved about

   Making sure all 4 of the students were on the correct page, keeping up with

    notes, staying on task and focused

-Jacob helped set up and run all experiments.  During our “Cells” lab,

   he was the one to locate all of the power sources, in the lab as well a

     as numbering and labelling all 15 stations

Both

-took their responsibilities seriously

-were punctual, energetic and happy

A pleasure to have in my class                                                Mrs. Walde

I had the 2 Austin's. They were wonderful helpers and tried very hard especially Austin J. he was amazing. The only difficulty was that at times they had a hard time helping the students academically so after realizing that I gave them more task related things to do. I enjoyed having them work with my class.

Tyrell

It has been a pleasure having Tyrell in the grade one classroom. He has done an excellent job completing many tasks and activities both with small groups of students, as well as independent work for the teacher. Tyrell was always friendly and easy to work with. The grade ones love having Tyrell in the classroom and we really appreciate all that he has helped out with.



Shae-Lynn

Shae-Lynn has been such a huge help in the grade one classroom. She always goes above and beyond the teacher's expectations and she is very kind and caring when working with the students. Shae-Lynn worked very well on independent tasks for the teacher, as well as with small groups of students. The students really enjoyed when Shae-Lynn read to them. The grade ones love having Shae-Lynn in the classroom because she is always so friendly and excited to be with us. We all appreciate everything that Shae-Lynn has helped out with.

Lisa Doetzel, Grade 1 teacher

U of Saskatchewan appoints Experiential Learning Leader

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 20, 2010
2010-01-09-OTHER

Baljit Singh has been appointed special advisor to the provost on experiential learning at the University of Saskatchewan for a 30-month term effective Jan. 1, 2010.

“I am thankful and excited by this opportunity to work with our community of scholars and learners to develop and promote integrative experiential learning to enhance the student experience,” said Singh. “Integrative experiential learning in its various forms, including community service learning, undergraduate research programs and academic programs in the residences, is critical to impart meaning to disciplinary and classroom learning.”

Experiential learning is a commitment identified by the U of S in its current integrated plan. Singh’s previous dedication to improving the student experience is highlighted by his leadership in the development of an integrative learning experience for veterinary students through the design of “biomedical rounds” in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine curriculum. Biomedical rounds integrate traditional classroom learning with realistic case studies and practical learning experiences.

“The University of Saskatchewan is committed to enhancing and creating programs to engage students in research and discovery, community-based learning, and international and global learning,” said Provost and Vice-President Academic Brett Fairbairn. “In this new role, Dr. Singh will make a difference to students by helping to create new programs, courses, internships and other experiences.”

Singh has taught in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) since 1999, earning the Carl J. Norden Distinguished Teacher Award, the University of Saskatchewan’s Master Teacher Award and a prestigious 3M National Teaching Fellowship. He will continue his teaching and scholarly work in the WCVM in addition to his new role with a university-wide focus on experiential learning.

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For more information, contact:

Teri Rosenfelt
Communications Co-ordinator
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-5659
Email: teri.rosenfelt@usask.ca