Learning Environment
Standard D1- Mutual respect is evident through interactions between students and teacher
Benchmark 1- models and encourages appropriate language Benchmark 2- Encorages and supports the strengths of all students Benchmark 3- Models and promotes fairness, equity and respect Benchmark 4- Estabilishes a classroom environment that empowers students to take intellectual risks Benchmark 5- Embraces the cultural diversity and individuality of students | S P A C E R |  |
Refined evidence forthcoming
Standard D2- Teacher and students demonstrate a positive disposition toward learning
Benchmark 1- Models and encourages supportive and postive language Benchmark 2- Fosters student enthusiasm for, and curisosity about, the discipline Benchmark 3- Establishes a collaborative environment | S P A C E R |
By encoraging supportive dialogue to happen in a variety of environments (in the classroom with students, in meetings with collagues and online via collaborative sites and blog) my ability to improve and celebrate student learning is supported and solidified.
Standard D3- Teacher domonstrates effective management
Benchmark 1- Intervenes and addresses behavioral issues effectively Benchmark 2- Develops and implements effective classroom procedures and routines Benchmark 3- Maintains clear expectations and standards of behaviors Benchmark 4- Empowers students to solve problems and resolve conflicts | S P A C E R |
Refined evidence forthcoming
Standard D4- Teacher establishes an effective physical environment
Benchmark 1- Creates a learning environment that is safe, functional, and inviting Benchmark 2- Ensuures materials are accessible Benchmark 3- Creates an environment that promotes student learning and active student engagement Benchmark 4- Adapts the physical space to accommodate individual and group learning needs | S P A C E R |
Refined evidence forthcoming