Principle 1:
Knowledge of Subject Matter |
The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline
taught and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students. |
Principle 2:
Knowledge of Human Development and Learning
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The teacher understands how students learn and develop, and provides opportunities
that support their intellectual, social, and personal development. |
Principle 3:
Adapting Instruction for Individual Needs |
The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates
instructional opportunities that are adapted to students with diverse needs. |
Principle 4:
Multiple Instructional Strategies
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The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to develop students’
critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills |
Principle 5:
Classroom Motivation and Management Skills |
The teacher understands individual and group motivation and behavior and creates a learning
environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning,
and self-motivation. |
Principle 6:
Communication Skills |
The teacher uses a variety of communication techniques to foster inquiry,
collaboration, and supportive interaction in and beyond the classroom. |
Principle 7:
Instructional Planning Skills |
The teacher plans and prepares instruction based on knowledge of subject matter, students,
the community, and curriculum goals. |
Principle 8:
Assessment of Student Learning |
The teacher understands, uses, and interprets formal and informal assessment strategies to
evaluate and advance student performance and to determine program effectiveness |
Principle 9:
Professional Commitment and Responsibility |
The teacher is a reflective practitioner who demonstrates a commitment to professional
standards and is continuously engaged in purposeful mastery of the art and science of teaching. |
Principle 10:
Partnerships
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The teacher interacts in a professional, effective manner with colleagues, parents,
and other members of the community to support students’ learning and well-being.
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