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Teachers constantly reflect back on previous experiences and practices and make alterations, if necessary.
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Teachers' instruction must be differentiated to meet the varied needs of all students.
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Teachers have many responsibilities besides educating thus; this can make the job very difficult. Teachers are counselors, role models, educators, mentors, advisors, and coaches.
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Teachers need to have a trusting and respectful relationship with their students.
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Teachers set high expectations for student performance.
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Teachers have to actively engage students in the most optimal way. Children will achieve when there is a strong student engagement.
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Teachers make mistakes while teaching.
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Teachers must assess and evaluate students continuously. They use assessments to inform and improve teaching.
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Teachers help students discover what they can do, not just what they cannot.
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Teachers understand that their language has a substantial effect on students and other teachers.
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Teachers must be able to communicate clearly, thoughtfully, and correctly.
Author:
Ashley Nelson
Last modified:
01/17/2011 5:23 PM (EST)
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