STANDARD 1 - The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teachers and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of    

Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Understands major concepts and ways of knowing.

565 - video

559c - video

554 - technology-integrated lesson plan, Internet lesson plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

559 - M/O field experiences

558 - PTGP

551 - M/O observation

554 - ISTE self-assessment

557 - school vision project

2. Understands misconceptions that can influence learning.

558 - Webquests, research modules

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases;

551 - problem based scenarios

557 - principal interview

554 - evaluate hardware/software materials;

556 - action research

3. Relates content to other academic fields.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages;

554 - Interdisciplinary lesson plan

551 - problem based scenarios

559 - M/O observation

565 - dispositions reflection

551, 556 - action research phases

559 - UAP section of portfolio

4. Keeps abreast of new ideas in field.

557 - team learning

558 - technology lit review, WebQuests, research modules

545, 565 - content diagnostic test;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 lit reviews

550, 556 - article reviews

558 - technology lit review, WebQuests, research modules

557 - school vision project

554 - article critiques; expert reports

558 - PTGP

559 - portfolio exhibits

5. Connects concepts to everyday life.

554 - Internet lesson;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

559 - M/O observation

545 - self assessment on domain expectations

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

545 Parker Palmer rdgs/discussions

6. Connects ideas to student prior learning.

557 - school vision project

554 - Excel spreadsheet;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

551 - problem based scenarios

553 - communication plan

556 - action research;

557 - school vision project

7. Guides ideas from diverse perspectives.

558 - design telecollaborative project; research module;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

545 - analysis paper on multiculturalism; article critique;

551 - group case study

551, 556 - action research phases

545 - Parker Palmer rdgs/discussions;

559 - portfolio exhibits

8. Creates experiences to stimulate higher order thinking.

551 - teaching video;

557 - school vision presentations

554 - Internet integrated lesson plans

558 - design WebQuest & research module

551 - M/O observation

551, 556 - action research phases;

551 - candidate's characteristics profile

558 - PTGP;

559 - portfolio exhibits

STANDARD 2 - The teacher understands how children learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social and personal development.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of     Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Links knowledge of principles of learning to instructional strategies.

565 - content growth plan

554 - Internet lesson plans;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 lit reviews

551 - group case study

551 - philosophy of learning

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits;

551 - philosophy of learning

2. Links knowledge of principles of childhood and adolescent development to instructional strategies.

565 - content growth plan

554 - integrated lesson plans; 565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

551 - group case study

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits;

551 - philosophy of learning

3. Adapts instructional strategies to individual student differences.

565 - content growth plan

554 - integrated lesson plans

558 - design WebQuest, research module;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

551 - group case study

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

558 - PTGP;

559 - portfolio exhibits

4. Promotes student self-confidence, competence, & personal growth.

557 - school vision presentation

558 - design WebQuest, research module;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

551 - group case study

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases;

557 - school vision project

559 - portfolio exhibits;

551 - philosophy of learning

5. Uses information about students to guide instructional decisions.

565 - content growth plan

554 - action research tables;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

545 - contemporary issues papers;

551 - group case study

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases;

551 - students' characteristics profile

565, 550 - needs assessments;

559 - portfolio exhibits;

551 - philosophy of learning

STANDARD 3 - The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of     Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Understands how to design instruction appropriate to different learning styles.

565 - lit review;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages;

554 - integrated lessons, Internet lesson

558 -Webquest

553 - tables of specifications

551 - problem based scenarios

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

559 - "d" portfolio exhibits

2. Understands needs of exceptional learners.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

551 - problem based scenarios

545 - diversity article critique

3. Understands needs of learners for whom English is a new language.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

559 - portfolio exhibits

4. Understands how language, cultures, family and community values influence learning.

557 - school vision presentation

545 - diversity activities;

550 - article reviews

557 - school vision project

559 - portfolio exhibits

5. Is sensitive to community and cultural norms.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

545 - diversity activities;

551 - problem based scenarios

557 - school leaders interviews

559 - portfolio exhibits

6. Uses teaching approaches that are sensitive to experience, needs, and learning styles of different students.

558 - research module;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases;

557 - school vision project

559 - portfolio exhibits

7. Accesses appropriate services and resources to meet exceptional learning needs.

556 - Internet searches

559 - portfolio exhibits

8. Seeks to understand student's family, cultures and community, and uses this information as a basis for connecting instruction to student's experience.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

550 - Internet searches

557 - school leaders interviews

551 - philosophy of learning; students' characteristics profile

9. Creates a classroom environment that promotes student respect for each other.

551 - philosophy of learning;

557 - school vision project

550 - I Believe statements

STANDARD 4 - The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students' development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Understands how to stimulate intellectual and cognitive growth.

550 - oral UAP presentation;

565, 551, 559c - videos of classroom teaching

545 - problem based scenarios; 6 Hats activities

551 - group case study

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases;

557 - school vision project

2. Understands multiple instructional strategies.

554 - integrated lesson plans;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

551 - problem based scenarios

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

3. Values development of student's critical thinking, independent problem solving, and performance capabilities.

554, 558 - Webquests;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

551 - problem based scenarios

558 - WebQuests & research modules

4. Accepts responsibility to foster growth in student thinking and performance.

550 - concept map

559 - domain introductions

5. Values reciprocity in the teaching / learning process.

551 - problem based scenarios

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

6. Enhances learning through the use of a wide variety of materials and technologies.

558 - research module;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages;

554 - integrated lesson plans

550 - Internet search

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

7. Enhances learning through multiple teaching strategies.

554 - brainstorming activities

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases;

551 - candidate's characteristics profile

559 - portfolio exhibits

8. Constantly monitors and adjusts strategies in response to learner feedback.

551 - candidate's instructional journal

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

STANDARD 5 - The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Understands principles of human motivation (both extrinsic and intrinsic).

554 - Internet lesson;

558 - Webquest and research module

550 - concept map

565, 550,  553, 551, 556 - action research phases;

551 - candidate's characteristics profile;

557 - school vision project

559 - portfolio exhibits

2. Understands principles of group functioning.

545 - group contemporary issues project

553 - UAP assessment tools

565, 550,  553, 551, 556 - action research phases;

565 - content growth plan

3. Understands principles of positive classroom management.

551 - problem based scenarios

565, 550,  553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

4. Values maintaining a positive classroom environment.

550 - I Believe statements;

551 - philosophy of learning

5. Values the expression and use of democratic ideals in the classroom.

545 - discussions on contemporary issues

6. Values the importance of student interaction to promote learning.

558 - telecollaborative project;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages;

551 - video

551 - philosophy of learning

7. Enhances learning through maintaining a positive classroom environment.

551 - philosophy of learning

559 - portfolio exhibits

8. Enhances learning through the use of both collaborative and independent learning activities.

554, 558 - Webquests

551 - philosophy of learning

565, 550,  553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

9. Bases instructional decisions on principles of motivation.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

565, 550,  553, 551, 556 - action research phases

10. Effectively manages learning resources.

565 - content growth plan

565, 550,  553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

STANDARD 6 - The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Understands principles of effective communication and language development.

550 - oral UAP presentation

553 - communication plan

545 - listening is loving activity;

550 - article reviews

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

2. Understands cultural and gender differences in communication styles.

545 - contemporary issues, expert reports

3. Understands the value of multiple modes of communication.

565, 551, 559 - teaching videos

551 - problem based scenarios

551 - candidate's characteristics profile

4. Values alternative modes of communication.

5. Values multiple forms of expression among students.

6. Respects cultural differences in language and communication styles.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

545 - diversity activities

559 - portfolio exhibits

7. Models effective communication skills.

565, 551, 559 - teaching videos;

557 - school vision presentation

565, 550, 553, 551, 556, 558 - lit reviews

559 - M/O field experiences feedback

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

8. Supports and expands learner communication skills.

550 - oral UAP presentation

550 - article reviews

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

9. Enhances instruction through the use of multiple communication strategies.

565, 551, 559 - teaching videos

554 - integrated lesson plans;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

556 - Internet searches

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

10. Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural differences in communication styles.

545 - diversity activities

554, 558 - telecollaborative project

551 - problem based scenarios

551 - candidate's characteristics profile

559 - portfolio exhibits

STANDARD 7 - The teacher plans instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Knows how to plan instruction to meet curriculum goals, based on understanding of learning theory, subject matter, and student development.

565 - content growth plan, teaching video;

551, 559 - teaching video

554 - software evaluation;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - UAP stages

545 - content diagnostic test

551 - group case study

559 - domain introductions;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556, 558 - lit reviews

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

2. Knows how to bridge curriculum goals and student experiences.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - UAP stages

553 - tables of specifications

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

3. Knows how to modify instructional plans based on student responses and other contingencies.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - UAP stages

553 - tables of specifications

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

4. Values both short and long term planning.

565 - long range action plan for UAP;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - UAP stages

553 - tables of specifications

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

5. Believes that plans must allow modification based on classroom circumstances.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - UAP stages

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

6. Selects and creates learning experiences reflecting curriculum goals, student characteristics and principles of effective instruction.

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - UAP stages

553 - tables of specifications

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases;

551 - students' characteristics profile; candidate's characteristics profile

559 - portfolio exhibits

STANDARD 8 - The teacher understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social and physical development of the learner.

ELEMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Sources of Evidence

Benchmark

Classroom Performance Activities

Lesson Artifacts

Paper/Pencil Tests of Knowledge

On-Demand Tasks

Interviews of Candidates

Reflective Assessment

Products Reflecting P-12 Student Learning

Other Assessments

1. Knows how to use various assessment techniques in the most effective ways for various types of learning outcomes.

553 - culminating activity

554 - desktop publishing brochure;

558 -Webquests, telecollaborative research project, research module

553 - tables of specification, UAP assessment tools;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages

558 - PTGP audit

559 - dispositions reflection, domain introductions

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

2. Understands measurement theory and psychometric characteristics of various assessment approaches.

553 - tables of specifications, UAP assessment tools

553, 556 - lit review

556 - article reviews

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

3. Values contribution assessment can make to instruction.

565 - long range UAP action plan, content growth plan

553, 556 - lit review

559 - M/O field experiences

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

4. Is committed to use of assessment to enhance student achievement.

553 - communication plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 UAP stages;

551 - candidate's characteristics profile, candidate's instructional journal, students' characteristics profile

565 - content growth plan;

565, 550, 553, 551, 556 - action research phases

559 - portfolio exhibits

5. Uses a variety of assessment techniques appropriately and effectively.

554 - research cycle assignment

553 - UAP assessment tools