Teachers know the ways in which learning takes place, and they know the appropirate levels of instellectual, physical, social and emotional development of their students
Know how students think and learn
Understand the influences on student learning and differentiate instruction
Keep abreast of evolving research
Adapt resources to address the strengths and weaknesses of students
B.
Teachers plan instruction approriate for their students
Collaborate with colleagues
Use data for short and long range planning
Engage students in the learning process
Monitor and modify plans to enhance student learning
Respond to cultural diversity and learning needs of students
C.
Teachers use a variety of instructional methods
Choose methods and materials as they strive to eliminate achievement gaps
Employ a wide range of techniques using information and communication technology, learning styles and differentiated instruction
D.
Teachers integrate and utlize technology in their instruction
Know appropriate use of technology and maximize student learning
Help students use technology to learn content, think critically, solve problems, discern reliability, use information, communicate, innovate and collaborate
E.
Teachers help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Encourage students to ask questions, think creatively, develop and test innovative ideas, synthesize knowledge and draw conclusions
Help student exercise and communicate sound reasoning; understand connections make complex choices; and frame, analyze, and solve problems
F.
Teachers help students work in teams and develop leadership qualities
Teach the importance of cooperation and collaboration
Organize learning teams in order to help students define roles, strengthen social ties, improve communication and collaborative skills, interact with people from different cultures and backgrounds, and develop leadership qualities
G.
Teachers communicate effectively
Communicate clearly with students in a variety of ways
Assist students in articulating thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively
H.
Teachers use a variety of methods to assess what each student has learned
Use multiple indicators, both formative and summative, to evaluate student progress
Use assessment systems to inform instruction and demonstrate evidence of students' 21st Century knowledge, skills, performance and dispositions
A.
- Teachers know the ways in which learning takes place, and they know the appropirate levels of instellectual, physical, social and emotional development of their students
- Know how students think and learn
- Understand the influences on student learning and differentiate instruction
- Keep abreast of evolving research
- Adapt resources to address the strengths and weaknesses of students
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F.
G.
H.
Standard 4 Activity