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Understanding and appreciation of the liberal arts and
application to own teaching
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la. I consistently demonstrate
the abilities and skills necessary for effective communication.
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clear oral and
written communication
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correct usage of
standard language and grammar
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demonstrate
effective listening skills
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demonstrate
effective speaking skills
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demonstrate
effective reading skills
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lb. I consistently demonstrate
knowledge of the interdependence of the liberal arts and have the ability to
integrate knowledge from the liberal arts into my teaching-
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use liberal arts
knowledge to plan the content of my teaching
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use liberal arts
knowledge to interrelate content beyond defined areas
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use critical
thinking skills in my own learning
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1c. I consistently demonstrate
an understanding of and respect for individual differences, including those
of race, culture, gender, religion, and ethnicity, as well as humankind's
shared heritage and environment.
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1d. I understand and respect
varying points of view and the influence of my own background on my
teaching.
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demonstrate
understanding impact of own beliefs, views, ethics
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understands impact
of beliefs, values, ethics of others
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demonstrates
respect for the ethics, values, points of views of
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students, parents,
administrators, and other professional staff
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consistently
maintains respectful, ethical, and professional demeanor
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2. Commitment to student learning and achievement
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2a. I consistently apply
knowledge of human growth, development, and learning theory.
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plan
developmentally appropriate instruction
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provide instruction
that is developmentally appropriate
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use communication
that is developmentally appropriate
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use learning theory
to maximize instruction
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apply learning
theory when developing instruction
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defend choices of
instructional activities and assessment based on learning theories and
research on teaching
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2b. I expand cognitive,
affective, physical, and social capacities of students for the development:
of the "whole person."
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use a variety of
activities in my teaching,
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model processes of
learning in all areas of development
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2c. I am able to discern the
extend to which my personal belief system and values affects my teaching
(e.g., love of learning; the belief that all students can learn; the belief
that all students should be treated equitably; the role of expectations in
achievement.)
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discuss the role of
expectation in student achievement
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demonstrate
instructional behavior that supports the connection between teacher
expectations and student performance
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discuss the impact
of my personal belief system and values upon instruction
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provide a rationale
for instructional or management behavior that is consistent with my beliefs
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2d. I demonstrate appropriate
classroom management and disciplinary techniques to ensure a safe and
orderly environment that is conducive to learning.
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maintain an
appropriate and safe environment
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handle unexpected
events in a professional manner
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can describe a
continuum of discipline techniques
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demonstrate
knowledge/use of appropriate discipline
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describe for
students behavioral expectations appropriate to the situation
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demonstrate skill
to encourage appropriate student behavior
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model appropriate
behavior
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anticipate and take
action to avoid potential hazards in all environments
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2e. I plan instruction to
accommodate diversity, e.g., cultural, racial. and social diversity.
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can identify
components of diversity evident in the community
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develop plans and
instruction to accommodate culture, race, social diversity, home
environments, other differences
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demonstrate an
understanding of the value of diversity
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2f. I plan instruction to
accommodate various backgrounds of students.
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continually assess
students' prior knowledge and experiences
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develop plans and
instruction that accommodate varying backgrounds
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2g. I use multiple approaches
to appropriately assess student abilities and needs to plan instruction.
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use a variety of
assessment techniques in planning for instruction
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2h. I create inclusionary
environments for students with exceptional needs and abilities.
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recognize and
assess exceptional needs and abilities
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develop
instructional plans that create an inclusionary environment
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2i. I use various kinds of
literacy to promote access to knowledge, e.g., numeracy, graphics, printed
text, computers, and electronic media.
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3. Knowledge of subject matter and pedagogy.
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3a. 1 use a variety of
techniques and manipulatives to create learning environments that promote
critical and higher order thinking.
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3b. I challenge students and
hold high expectations to encourage achievement in all students.
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3c. I integrate and transfer
knowledge across subject areas and encourage the same among students.
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3d. I engage students in
practical activities that demonstrate the relevance, purpose and function of
subject matter.
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plan and instruct
in ways that make evident to students the relevance of content
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provide engaging
activities that connect content to relevant experiences outside the
classroom
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3g. I access and use
updated information and procedures.
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evaluate
educational materials for appropriateness
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select appropriate
educational materials
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participate in
professional activities that will support my teaching
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4. Ability to manage and monitor student learning.
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4a. I plan and use different
cognitive, affective, and psychomotor strategies to maximize learning and to
accommodate differences in backgrounds, learning styles, aptitudes,
interests, levels of maturity and achievement of students.
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4b. I use a variety of teaching
methodologies and techniques, e.g., presentations, group discussions,
cooperative learning, small-group activities and how to assess my own
effectiveness in utilizing them.
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4c. I involve and work
effectively with all support personnel and resources to maximize
opportunities for student achievement and success.
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4d. I involve, communicate, and
work effectively with parents to maximize opportunities for student
achievement and success.
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4e. I am able to differentiate
between assessment and evaluation procedures and use appropriate procedures.
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plan evaluation and
assessment activities to support instruction
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utilize multiple
techniques appropriately for formative and summative evaluation purposes
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select or create
appropriate means for assessment and evaluation
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correctly interpret
results of measurements used for assessment and evaluation
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4f. I am able to define,
accept, and act upon the legal and ethical responsibilities of teaching
(e.g., student retention, expulsion from school, child abuse, managing
conflict, first aid, least restrictive environment, health and communicable
diseases).
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5.
Ability to systematically organize teaching practices and learn
from experiences.
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5a. I am able to identify and
use current research in early childhood and other applicable fields. (e.g.,
psychology, literacy, mathematics, science, social studies)
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attend conferences,
seminars, workshops
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read professional
literature
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membership in
professional organizations
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apply local, state,
national standards to practice
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5b. I exercise good judgment in
planning and managing time and other resources to attain goals and
objectives.
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allocating time
appropriately
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modify lessons to
meet individual student needs
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use resources
effectively
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5c. I maximize the use of
instructional time by engaging students in meaningful learning experiences.
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manage lessons in
the classroom to promote learning
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achieve appropriate
pace and direction for instruction
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demonstrate ability
to adapt lesson plans as needed
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make use of time on
task
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select activities
that actively involve students in the learning process
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5d. I accept teaching as a
lifelong learning process and continue efforts to develop and improve.
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identify areas for
my own growth
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develop short and
long terms goals for my professional growth
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develop plans for
individual professional growth
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develop plans
collaboratively for professional growth in the work setting
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5e. I interact successfully with
other teachers, parents, students, administrators, counselors, social
workers, health care workers, food service workers, transportation workers,
support staff, and volunteers to benefit students and to advance my own
professional development.
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establish
professional relationships on behalf of students
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utilize school and
community members as partners
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follow school/
district protocol
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communicate
effectively with parents
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identify when
assistance is needed
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