First, not surprisingly is the need for teachers to be “current” and informed about modern strategies. As new research promotes new pathways that change the way in which we teach, educators must be aware how these methods allow them to be “sensitive to factors that influence individual student learning.”
Different teaching methods, such as inquiry- and problem-based learning, necessitate that teachers “respond[] to the needs of individual students and learning communities.” In addition to the basic requirement to differentiate instruction, these strategies also offer a number of other benefits to students that are tied to the standards of practice.
Both of these strategies require that students take on “leadership roles” and guide their own learning. Student interest, choice and self-direction all play a part in forming these assignments. Students must assess what they do not know, apply what they have learned, and self-assess their new understanding. Often, students will engage in “collaborative” learning to assist each other in their research.
With the teacher as a facilitator or coach, offering support and guidance, there must exist a professional relationship between the teacher and student. Students must trust that the teacher has their best interests in mind. A “safe and supportive” environment must be established so that students have the confidence to pursue their goals and interests.
The Professional Advisory documents, particularly the “Use of Electronic Communication”, are pertinent to 21st century teaching. As our classrooms continue to change in unprecedented ways, new standards and expectations are required to maintain a consistent approach. This ensures that the standards are applicable to life in modern classrooms.
Both of these strategies require that students take on “leadership roles” and guide their own learning. Student interest, choice and self-direction all play a part in forming these assignments. Students must assess what they do not know, apply what they have learned, and self-assess their new understanding. Often, students will engage in “collaborative” learning to assist each other in their research.
The Professional Advisory documents, particularly the “Use of Electronic Communication”, are pertinent to 21st century teaching. As our classrooms continue to change in unprecedented ways, new standards and expectations are required to maintain a consistent approach. This ensures that the standards are applicable to life in modern classrooms.
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