Environment

E1   Differentiates learning opportunities that respond to individual learning styles and learning challenges.

        INTASC 2, 3, 4, 5    NBPTS 1, 2, 3

• This lesson in writing letters shows how I address different types of learners and how I implement adaptations for learning challenges.

• This copy of my math group plans shows how I differentiate learning to respond to individual learning by addressing the academic needs of three leveled groups.

E2   Uses a variety of teaching methods and materials.

        INTASC 2, 3, 4        NBPTS 1, 2, 3

• This math lesson on capacity shows that I can use a variety of teaching methods and materials.

• This quadrilateral math lesson shows how I can incorporate a variety of teaching methods by using a craft to teach.

E3   Uses a variety of appropriate media and technology.

        INTASC 2, 3, 4        NBPTS 1, 2, 3

• This online literacy project demonstrates my ability to use a variety of media and technology sources.

• This online Web Quest on weather shows my ability to use a variety of technology to educate students.

E4   Keeps records to monitor, document, and report student progress.

        INTASC 8, 10          NBPTS 1,

• This part of my reader case study shows how I monitor, document, and report student progress while studying their reading capabilities.

• This copy of my reading group lesson and notes shows how I keep records and monitor students and their reading progress. (The students names have been left out for privacy issues.)

E5   Manages student behavior in positive, safe ways.

        INTASC 2, 5            NBPTS 1, 3

• This classroom management plan shows how I plan to manage behavior in a positive, safe way in my classroom.

• This copy of my disposition paper filled out by my 1st grade cooperating teacher shows how I am able to manage student behavior in a positive way.

E6   Models conflict resolution skills.

        INTASC 2, 5, 8        NBPTS 1, 3

• My classroom management plan shows how I plan to incorporate conflict resolution skills in my classroom.

• This copy of a test I took in my Conflict Resolution class shows my ability to model appropriate conflict resolution skills when given a problem.

E7   Engages in research and reflection on best practices in teaching strategies.

        INTASC 1, 2, 7, 9    NBPTS 4, 5

• This field reflection paper from Laketon Elementary shows how I am able to reflect on different teaching strategies.

• This journal entry on the reading and writing process shows how I engage myself into research about the best practices and how I can reflect on what I have researched.