Domain 1: Planning & Preparation

How many levels of performance are there?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which of the following is NOT a level of performance?

• That was terrible!

• Basic

• Proficient

• Distinguished

1a: Demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy:

Which Level of Performance would this indicate?

Teacher X has planned a lesson that builds on students' prior knowledge, has planned on ways to identify misconceptions about the content, and shows extensive knowledge of the content.

• Unsatisfactory

• Basic

• Proficient

• Distinguished

1b: Demonstrate knowledge of students:

Share two specific examples of how a teacher can be "Distinguished" in this component.

1c: Setting instructional outcomes:

In your own words, explain the difference between 'proficient' and 'distinguished' in Component 1c.

1d: Demonstrating knowledge of resources:

The following is an example of which level of performance?

Teacher Y knows a little bit about the resources available and who to will need them. However, Teacher Y doesn't work to learn more about other resources or ask colleagues or those supporting him / her.

• Unsatisfactory

• Basic

• Proficient

• Distinguished

1e: Designing coherent instruction:

Which level of performance is this an example of:

Teacher Q has designed a series of lessons that meets of the variety of needs within their classroom. The lessons are aligned with instructional outcomes, offer a variety of learning experiences including differentiated pathways for students to access the content and master the outcomes

• Unsatisfactory

• Basic

• Proficient

• Distinguished

1f: Designing Student Assessments: Fill in the Blank:

To be distinguished in this component, teachers must plan for student assessment that is ______ ______ with the instructional outcomes, with clear criteria, and standards that show evidence of student contribution to their development.