DRAFT- September 2005
John Marshall High School
Sample Initial Planning Sheet 2005-2006
OBJECTIVES / STRATEGIES TO MEET OBJECTIVES1. SUPPORT FOR STUDENT LEARNING / Ö Guide students in defining standards in their own words and in creating learning goals to meet the standards
Ö Use portfolios of student work that show a variety of standards-aligned assessments
Ö Provide feedback on student work that indicates what aspect of their work meets or approaches meeting standards and how they might improve their work
Ö Use and train students to use rubrics and criteria charts so that they can evaluate their own work and the work of their peers
Ö Work with department colleagues to design and implement assessments that measure on-going progress toward the mastery of standards
Ö Analyze assessment results with department colleagues and modify assessments and instruction accordingly
Ö Check for student understanding frequently and modify instruction accordingly
§ Use the results of multiple assessments to guide instruction, e.g., curriculum-embedded assessments in standards-aligned ______(Science, English, etc.) materials, teacher-made performance assignments, weekly quizzes, quarterly projects, end-of-course/department exam, etc.
§ Use a variety of instructional strategies to engage all students in critical thinking and problem solving / Ö Introduce, explain, and restate concepts so that all students understand
Ö Use Reciprocal Teaching to help students comprehend difficult text
Ö Use a variety of grouping strategies to promote student interaction and learning
Ö Activate student’s prior knowledge about a topic, e.g., pose questions to prompt students to think about what they already know about a topic
Ö Use open-ended questions to accommodate different levels of understanding
Ö Show students the relationship between concepts they are learning and prior learning
Ö Relate learning to real-life experiences
Ö Guide students in asking questions about what they read to promote critical thinking (Shared Inquiry)
John Marshall High School
Sample Initial Planning Sheet 2005-2006
OBJECTIVES / STRATEGIES TO MEET OBJECTIVES2. PLANNING AND DESIGNING INSTRUCTION / Ö Use instructional guides to ensure standards are taught
Ö Use state-approved curricular materials (list materials appropriate to subject)
Ö Use syllabi developed around state standards
Ö Post daily agenda with standard(s) to be addressed and outcome(s) for the day (what students should know and be able to do)
Ö Allow time for review and assessment
Ö Provide opportunities for students to learn at their own pace
§ Develop short and long-term plans that include rigorous learning goals to foster achievement of the state standards in ______(subject area).
§ Include in plans, the use of instructional strategies, materials, and other resources, including technology, to ensure that all learners, i.e., English Learners (ELs) students receiving Special Education services, Gifted, etc. have equal opportunity to fully access the curriculum. / Ö Use Reciprocal Teaching and Shared Inquiry to improve comprehension of text
Ö Use a variety of grouping strategies to promote student interaction and learning
Ö Use scaffolding techniques to introduce difficult concepts
Ö Use examples of student work as models
Ö Relate learning to real-life experiences
Ö Activate student’s prior knowledge
Ö Use other SDAIE strategies (list strategies) to provide support to ELs.
Ö Collaborate with Special Ed. teacher to adapt instruction and materials to address IEP goals
Ö Provide assessments to address different learning styles
Ö Include diverse perspectives in presenting content
Ö Sequence instruction to help students see relationships and connections across subject matter areas
3. CLASSROOM PERFORMANCE / Ö Give standards-aligned feedback to students about their work
Ö Use standards in student language during instruction
Ö Develop and teach standards-based lessons using the Backward Planning model
Ö Use assessments (post or include in student portfolios) that show standards addressed and performance level
§ Demonstrate knowledge of state standards in ______(subject area)
§ Use procedures, routines, and time so that learning opportunities are maximized. / Ö Develop and use 5-minute standards-aligned dispatch to begin class
Ö Develop, post and maintain standards for student behavior
Ö Pace instruction and vary activities so students remain engaged
Ö Minimize time used for managerial tasks
Ö Provide opportunities for students to work together
Ö Use classroom rules to promote students’ responsibility for self and others.
Ö Model fairness, equity and respect
4. DEVELPING AS A PROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR / Ö Complete EL authorization by June 2004
Ö Participate in site and district professional development
Ö Collaborate with colleagues to develop standards-based lessons and effective strategies to implement standards-based instruction
Ö Collect and analyze student assessment data before planning next steps in instruction
Ö Engage in peer coaching
Ö Participate in literacy cadre
Ö Use the services of a literacy coach to help me reflect on and improve my teaching practices
Ö Participate in Learning Walks
Ö Videotape lesson to study instructional practice and identify areas for improvement
Ö Participate in opportunities to plan and implement professional development
§ Demonstrate continuous professional growth
§ Communicate regularly with students and parents about instructional goals and academic progress / Ö Maintain up-to-date roll book so that I always know the status of a student’s academic progress
Ö Distribute syllabus at the beginning of the semester that includes homework and grading policy; have student and parent sign policy.
Ö Send communications home and/or call home to relate areas of concern and student successes
Ö Invite parents to observe classroom instruction
Ö Communicate to parents how they can help their children succeed in my class
5. PUNCTUALITY, ATTENDANCE AND RECORD KEEPING / Ö Go to bed earlier
Ö Arrive to school no later than 7:05 a.m.
Ö Stand at door of classroom prior to bell
Ö Start class activities immediately with a dispatch
§ Arrive to school and class on time
§ Maintain timely and accurate records / Ö Use EasyGradePro to generate and maintain student records
Ö Follow district guidelines for record keeping
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