TEACHERSCh. 6 – What Do They Do?

What Makes a Teacher Effective?

What Makes a Teacher Great?

AREAS OF TEACHER COMPETENCE Figure 6.1 p. 170

ATTITUDES… How we think shows through in how we

act. Attitudes are mirrors of the mind. - David Joseph Schwartz

Attitudes That Affect Teaching Behavior Self Children Peers, parents Subject matter

THE WISDOM OF PRACTICE If you were to walk into a classroom,

what might you see or hear there (from the students as well as the teacher) that would cause you to think that you were in the presence of an expert?

What would make you think: “Oh, this is good; if I had a child this age, this is the class I would hope for.”

Charlotte Danielson

FRAMEWORK FOR TEACHING: 4 DOMAINS

Domain 1: Planning and Preparation Domain 2: The Classroom Environment Domain 3: Instruction Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities

What do you think a teacher does in each one of these domains?

From Charlotte Danielson, A Framework for Teaching

DOMAIN I: PLANNING AND PREPARATION Demonstrating Knowledge of Content

and Pedagogy* Demonstrating Knowledge of Students Selecting Instructional Goals Demonstrating Knowledge of

Resources Designing Coherent Instruction Assessing Student Learning

*Study of Education & Teaching Methods

From Charlotte Danielson, A Framework for Teaching

DOMAIN 2: THE CLASSROOM Environment Creating an Environment of Respect and

Rapport Establishing a Culture for Learning Managing Classroom Procedures Managing Student Behavior Organizing Physical Space

From Charlotte Danielson, A Framework for Teaching

DOMAIN 3: INSTRUCTION Communicating Clearly and Accurately Using Questioning and Discussion

Techniques Engaging Students in Learning Providing Feedback to Students Demonstrating Flexibility and

Responsiveness

From Charlotte Danielson, A Framework for Teaching

DOMAIN 4: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Reflecting on Teaching Maintaining Accurate Records Communicating with Families Contributing to the School and District Growing and Developing Professionally Showing Professionalism

From Charlotte Danielson, A Framework for Teaching

WHAT ARE THE COMMON THEMES? Equity Cultural sensitivity High expectations Developmental appropriateness Accommodating individual needs

From Charlotte Danielson, A Framework for Teaching

ART & SCIENCE OF TEACHING The work of Robert Marzano The Teacher as a Planner:

Framework is designed for a logical sequence for successful instructional design.

What questions should a teacher ask to be effective, improve their practice, and positively impact student performance? (handout)

7 SIMPLE SECRETS Planning Classroom Management Instruction Attitude Professionalism Effective Discipline Motivation & Inspiration

From Seven Simple Secrets: What the Best Teachers Know and Do, by Annette Breaux & Todd Whitaker

Where do these fit within Danielson’s Framework or with the questions that Marzano asks?

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: PLANNING Great lesson comes from a great plan Over plan Manage your time (within the lesson) in

manageable chunks – 5 minutes Be flexible: bend don’t break; things

happen; school happens; re-teaching; teachable moments

Clearly state objectives/learning goals Promote activity – meaningful!!! Be Proactive instead of reactive –

anticipate questions, issues, misunderstandings

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT What does an effective classroom look like?

Sound like? (activity + handout) Rules and procedures: what is the

difference? Why are they important? What makes them effective? Examples: Which is which?

Raise your hand before speaking We will never hit another student. Only 1 student can go to the restroom at a time. Handheld electronic devices must be silenced and not

seen except when directed.

Limit rules: Post w/ consequences, discuss with students; provide to parents

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT (CON’T) What if students “don’t?”

Mean what you say; say what you mean: enforce all consequences

Stay in control; focus on the offense not the person Procedure – no consequence; reminder; practice

Bell to Bell teaching: the busier students are the less time they have to misbehave

Discipline proactively If you want good discipline: Clearly state and

enforce rules and procedures consistently. Practice fire prevention instead of putting out fires Anticipate; nip things in the bud

Avoid being a screamer: Yelling is a result of frustration and lacks professionalism

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: INSTRUCTION Teach for real life (helps students see connections)

Active Student involvement (engagement)

Ensure success for all students Teach with enthusiasm Align teaching and testing Pace lessons appropriately Teach anything to anyone:

Create relationship between learning & life Teach and model Practice – try it – feedback; repeat this as

needed Review

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: ATTITUDE We Get to Choose:

One saw a glass half emptyThe other, a glass half full

What? It was the same glass?What stunt were they trying to pull?No stunt was pulled at all, you see

Our attitudes shape our visionWe all get to choose for ourselves

Whether life’s an adventure or a collision!

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: ATTITUDE Perceptions of who we are What we focus on (negative/positive)

Educators are teachers, leaders and role models and our attitudes made a difference!

Faculty Room Improving Student Attitudes: Improve our own

first; be supportive of students; empathize; show you care

Attitude of Responsibility Diffusing Negative Co-Workers: Walk away;

when you listen you reinforce their negative attitude.

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: ATTITUDE Working with parents

Keep the lines of communication open & frequent

Share positive news Focus on the issue not the student

when dealing with a problemBe a partner

Portray a positive attitude with the faculty – Attitudes are contagious – make yours worth catching!

7 SIMPLE SECRETS: PROFESSIONALISM, DISCIPLINE, MOTIVATION/INSPIRATION Focus on this next week (Oct. 9) They are related to next week’s content

and this way I won’t overload you

WHAT DO WE DO AT SCHOOL?

Curriculum

Technology

Extra Curricular Activities

KLFA Video

Chapter 5

CURRICULUM What is taught and measured Viable curriculum Content Standards vs. Common Core

Kansas College & Career Ready Standards ELA: English Language Arts

Anchor Standards for Reading, Writing, Language & Speaking & Listening

Literacy standards for Other Content Areas History/Social Studies, Science, Technical Subjects

Math Standards of Mathematical Practices

Textbooks are resources/tools - not curriculum

COMMON CORE I Choose C video Article

9 Ways Common Core Will Change the Classroom + note taking guide

Depth of Knowledge Highlight verbs in Anchor Standards and

Mathematical PracticesWhat are is KCCRS asking teachers and

students to do?How do non-ELA and non-Math content

areas fit? Fact Sheets KSDE + link

RIGOR & RELEVANCE Part of the new accreditation for schools

5 R’s: Relationships, Relevance, Responsive Culture, Results, Rigor

Rigor: Expectation of ExcellenceHigher order thinking levelsApplication of knowledge and skillsKnowing why – justifying what you think to

be true Relevance – connections; importance;

meaningful Article: Rigor Redefined + note taking

guide

“RELEVANCE MAKES RIGOR POSSIBLE.”

William Daggett

5 R’S FOR ACCREDITATION

COURSES Core Subjects: English, Math, Science &

SS Non-Core: All other subjects

Physical EducationFine ArtsCareer & Technical Education (formerly

known as vocational) Electives: Well-rounded education

ASSESSING STUDENT PROGRESS Types of Assessments

Summative (assessment of learning) Formative (assessment for learning) Informal: Checking for understanding

Standardized testing NAEP State Assessments

What will the new tests look like? Curriculum Based Measurement (CBM)

Other Tests ACT/SAT ASVAB

TECHNOLOGY Video – Integrating Technology into the

Classroom Why? Issues?

Security/viruses/hackingAppropriate contentPlagiarismCyberbullying

Instructional ChallengesTime to learn how (teachers)AccessibilityLevels of understanding

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES What are they? Why do colleges and employers prefer

students/employees who were active in extracurricular activities?

Benefits of Involvement Universal lessons on practice, applying

themselves, time management Build confidence Build relationships Builds character Safe environment

Drawback: overscheduling oneself

WRAP UP Quiz next time over Ch. 5 & 6 (not 7)

You may use your notes once again so be prepared!

Complete Note Taking Guides…. Hint, hint Reflection Topics (choose 1):

How does your knowledge of what makes a good teacher and what happens at school influence your view of education?

How does rigor and relevance affect teaching and learning in today’s schools?

Due Monday Oct. 7 before midnight. Next class: What it means to be a

professional educator.