SAS+Performance+Area+B

Standard B1: Communicates accurately and effectively with students
Benchmarks: 1. Communicates clear instructions to students 2. Utilizes a variety of methods to communicate with students 3. Attempts to engage all students in discussion 4. Uses effective questioning and discussion techniques


 * Strategies for implementation and/or evidence:**
 * 1. Development of anchor charts-** while teaching new concepts, anchor charts are developed as instruction takes places. This serves as a visual reinforcement to the oral presentation.(See video under D4)
 * 2. Use of popsicle sticks -** popsicle sticks are randomly pulled with each child's name- this allows engagement from all students in classroom discussion. (See video under D4)

Standard B2: Defines expectations and provides timely evaluative feedback on student performance
1. Communicates learning expectations considering developmental needs 2. Provides timely feedback regarding student performance

Sample of conferring sheet -
 * Strategies for implementation and/or evidence:**
 * 1. Written Instructions** Instructions and goals are paraphrased and written on board after verbal instructions.
 * 2. Use of conferring sheets -** conferring sheets are used which remind the teacher to be very specific in their teaching point.

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Uses appropriate assessment techniques to guide instruction
Benchmarks: 1. Communicates clearly assessment criteria to students 2. Monitors individual student and class progress 3. Uses the results of assessments to guide instruction 4. Guides all students in self- assessment

Standard B4: Uses appropriate assessment techniques to measure and report student learning
Benchmarks: 1. Utilizes multiple sources of information to assess students’ learning 2. Assesses students using SAS standards and benchmarks 3. Uses appropriate assessment tools 4. Uses appropriate assessment strategies for ESOL and AS students 5. Creates reports using multiple sources of information 6. Celebrates achievement of student learning goals 7. Maintains accurate documentation

Standard B5: Motivates and engages all students in meaningful learning and growth
Benchmarks: 1. Utilizes diverse instructional strategies and resources 2. Provides opportunities for higher level thinking skills 3. Provides opportunities for active engagement 4. Makes learning relevant in a variety of ways 5. Conveys


 * Strategies for implementation and/or evidence:**
 * 1. Connection Starter -** Start lessons with a connection to why it's important to know. (See survey results below)
 * 2. Anecdote starter -** Start lessons with an anecdote to capture the students' interest [[file:Student Survey Results.pdf]]

Standard B6: Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of their students
Benchmarks: 1. Differentiates content, process, product, and /or learning environment 2. Differentiates according to students’ interest, readiness, and learning profile 3. Differentiates according to English language proficiency 4. Differentiates to promote literacy learning

Standard B7: Integrates the use of technology in instruction and learning goals
Benchmarks: 1. Demonstrates understanding of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) and benchmarks appropriate to grade level for students 2. Integrates appropriately the use of technology as an instructional tool 3. Uses technology routinely to enhance learning