9567Teachers of social studies and the arts are challenged to develop standards-based curriculum that integrates current local and global issues into instruction. Doing so engages students in applying content knowledge to real-world problems. To develop a standards-based curriculum, educators must first research grade-level specific state...
9429All assessments should align with standards, objectives, and learning activities. Assessments interact with instruction to deliver an effective learning experience. Teachers need an assortment of formative assessments to check for learning during instruction and summative assessments to check for mastery. In their assessment planning, teachers...
9427Assessments can be conducted on a formal or informal basis and should be used to inform future instructional decisions. Smooth transitions in the classroom guide students from one task to the next. Transitions can be planned to include formal or informal assessments, or as an...
9426Effective educators plan appropriate, effective science instruction that meets the learning needs of a diverse classroom. Unit plans provide a scaffolded approach to students, allowing educators to build upon instruction over several days. For this benchmark assignment, utilize the “3 Day Unit Plan Template” to create...
9411Elementary teachers frequently develop and implement unit plans designed to enhance students’ learning in English language arts. Successful unit plans consider a broad range of needs, including literacy skills, standards, text selections, students’ unique learning abilities and backgrounds, and sound instructional strategies and assessments. In this...
9382Utilizing differentiation strategies in the ELA classroom is vital in meeting the various needs of students and presents an opportunity to address individual personal interests, traits, and goals. Understanding how to differentiate for different learning, linguistic, and cultural needs will increase teaching efficacy. The goal...
9337When focusing on listening and speaking skills, it is essential to make a connection to interpersonal communication skills that will be used throughout the students’ educational and professional future. Through hearing how others use language, and using it themselves, students work together, describe their surroundings,...
9336Observe and assist with teaching two lessons, one science and one health/PE/nutrition (an integrated health and science lesson may count for either requirement), led by certified K-8 grade teachers. If possible, observe more than one classroom/teacher. During your observation, pay specific attention to the following: Technology...
9335You guys previously completed this assignment (shown below as components of the 5E Instructional Model edited) but I did not attach the template to fill out. Only part 1 needs to be completed on the template. The 5E instructional model is designed to guide educators in...
9334Proficiency in academic language in all content areas is key to student learning and achievement. Successful teachers must provide many opportunities for students to read, write, listen, and speak using content language. Verbal and nonverbal communication techniques are an integral part of fostering elementary students’...