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Model Classroom

Model Classroom

INSTRUCTION
Daily agenda with content standards, objectives, and homework assignments posted.
Utilization of a variety of instructional strategies (ie. SDAIE, TIPS, technology)
Hands-on activities when appropriate
Use of technology or other instructional aids
Connection to students' prior knowledge and daily life
High expectations for the students (ie. Academic rigor, grade level standards)
Opportunities for critical thinking, oral presentations and academic writing

TEACHER
Professional appearance
Organized
Engaging students, with high and clear expectations
Strong command of the content area being taught
Able to connect and communicate with the students
Strong classroom management

STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO:
Be Engaged and on task
Participate actively in classroom activities, written, oral, and auditory
Communicate responses in complete sentences
Come prepared to learn; arrives on time and has necessary materials
Be responsible for their own learning

PHYSICAL MATERIALS
Clean and safe environment
Set routines and procedures for students
Classroom rules / code of conduct posted
Student work posted with comprehensive feedback