Title of Artifact: Observation 1 Standard: Standard Six Learning Environment: Teachers shall understand individual and group motivation and behavior and shall create a supportive, safe and respectful learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self-motivation Observation one is being placed under Standard six because it deals with the environment created in the classroom by the students and teacher. You see the layout Miss Cells has it under that she believes is best for her teaching needs. It focuses on the location more and how it can influence the education on the students. Having them mixed in groups allows Ms Cella who can work in groups and who might need more attention. She has created a safe learning environment for her first graders.
Classroom-Ready Resources for Student-Centered Learning: Basic Teaching Strategies for Fostering Student Ownership, Agency, and Engagement in K–6 Classrooms