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UTeach-Liberal Arts: UTL 640/UTL 360/UTL 670
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Instructions for Clusters 1 and 2: Rate each observable behavior
Cooperating Teacher: Tesson'# 7 Time:
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Unsatisfactory
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Competency Meets Expectation | Commendable ‘Competency
Cluster 1: Learner-Centered Instruction
Demonstrates knowledge of content
+ Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the subject taught
+ Integrates content areas
* Brings in information and materials beyond what is found in the text
Demonstrates knowledge of students
* Shows an awareness of students’ varying skills, approaches to learning, and cultural and linguistic
heritages
= Uses developmentally appropriate practices
+ Varies activities to maintain student interest
Selects key knowledge and skills that lead to high levels of learning
‘* Alligns lessons and instruction with TEKS
* Identifies important background knowledge and vocabulary
Has knowledge of and makes use of materials, resources, and technology
* Uses technology as an instrumental tool to enhance student learning
Designs activities that promote student learning
+ Designs activities that support the stated instructional objectives
Implements effective pedagogy
* Shows enthusiasm and energy
* Gives directions clear!
Paces instruction appropriately
Provides feedback and error correction as necessary
Provides multiple opportunities to practice
Uses visuals and/or graphic organizers
* Uses questioning techniques and higher order thinking effectively
‘Summarizes the key points of lesson
Assesses student learning
* Checks for understanding
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Cluster 2: Classroom Environment: Equity, Excellence, and Learning
Creates rapport with and among students in an environment of respect
* Models and maintains a courteous climate
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* Builds rapport and trust with students
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Original: UTeach-LA Student Yellow: UTeach-LA Instructor Pink: Cooperating Teacher