Bringing the Real World into the Classroom - The Value of Teacher Externships

Presentation Category: 
Mentor and Internship Programs
Session Type: 
CPA Session
Presentation Description: 
Presenter will reflect on the value of externships, addressing professional development, curriculum planning, and the importance of educators of having industry based work experience. Hear an overview of the IISME program, his own experience working at Adobe, and snapshots of what others have experienced. Information about IISME fellowships will be available.
Describes Your Focus: 
Support Systems for Students and Teachers (for example: career guidance, counseling, academic support, peer support, transition programs, advisories, AVID-like programs, etc.; and support for the teaching team such as team curriculum retreats, development of professional learning communities, and professional development opportunities)

Session Time

Monday 10:15am to 11:30am
Venue: Sacramento Convention Center
Room: 314

Presentor/s

Jeff Larson
IT Pathways Coordinator
SFUSD CTE/Curriculum and Instruction