INTASC
Principles
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principle
to read my reflections and view artifacts.
Principle #1: The teacher understands
the central
concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or
she
teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of
subject
matter meaningful for students.
Principle #2: The teacher understands
how children
learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support
their
intellectual, social, and personal development.
Principle #3: The teacher understands
how students
differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional
opportunities
that are adapted to learners.
Principle #4: The teacher understands
and uses
a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students'
development of
critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
Principle #5: The teacher uses an
understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create
a learning environment that encourages social interaction, active
engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
Principle #6: The teacher uses knowledge
of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to
foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the
classroom.
Principle #7: The teacher plans
instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the
community, and curriculum goals.
Principle #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.
Principle #9: The teacher is a
reflective practitioner
continually evaluates the effects of his/her choices and actions on
others
(students, parents, and other professionals in the learning community)
and
who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.
Principle #10: The teacher fosters
relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the
larger community to support students' learning and well-being.