Standard #1: The teacher knows the subject content. The teacher demonstrates understanding of the central concepts, tools of
inquiry, and structures of the disciplines and creates learning experiences that make content meaningful and purposeful for learners.
Dispositional Indicators The teacher: E H A D U N/A
D.1: Seeks to keep abreast of new ideas and understanding in the field, realizing that subject matter
knowledge is not a fixed body of facts.
D.2: Appreciates varying viewpoints and communicates to learners how knowledge is developed through
the lens of multiple perspectives.
D.3: Demonstrates enthusiasm for the discipline taught and makes connections to everyday life.
D.4: Shows commitment to continuous learning and engages in professional discourse about subject matter
knowledge and student learning of the discipline.
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Standard #2: The teacher knows how learners grow and develop. The teacher demonstrates understanding of how learners with
broad ranges of ability learn and provides instruction that supports student’s intellectual, social, emotional, and personal development.
Dispositional Indicators The teacher: E H A D U N/A
D.1: Recognizes individual variation within each area of development, shows respect for the diverse talents
of all learners
and shows commitment to the develo
ment of the learner.
D.2: Values student strengths as a basis for growth and a means for overcoming deficits.
Comments:
Standard #3: The teacher understands diversity. The teacher demonstrates understanding of how learners differ in approaches to
learning, that barriers may exist impeding learning, and that adaptation of instruction may meet these diverse needs of learners,
including those with disabilities and exceptionalities.
Dispositional Indicators The teacher: E H A D U N/A
D.1: Demonstrates a belief that all children can learn at high levels and persists in helping all children
achieve success.
D.2: Values human diversity, shows respect for students’ varied talents and perspectives, and is committed
to individual success.
D.3: Shows respect to students as individuals with differing backgrounds, skills, talents, and interests.
D.4: Recognizes students for their potential and provides opportunities for them to learn to value each other.
Comments:
Standard #4: The teacher knows how to teach. The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including
technology, to encourage learner development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
Dispositional Indicators The teacher: E H A D U N/A
D.1: Values the development of students’ critical thinking, independent problem solving, and performance
capabilities.
D.2: Values flexibility for adapting instruction to student responses, ideas, and needs.
Comments: