UNIT AND LESSON PLANS

Throughout this section I have demonstrated my ability to write and teach several lessons and a unit. Most of my lesson plans have an element of freedom and use the TAB curriculum or Teaching for Artistic Behavior. My focus is on teaching students the value of exploration through the arts.  I encourage my students to explore self-expression and various materials, while emphasizing the use of sustainable and recycled materials.  

Principles and InTASC Standards to be Addressed:

Principles #1-16.

InTASC Standard # 4: Content Knowledge: The teacher understands the central concepts tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline he or she teachers and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure master of the content.

InTASC Standard #5: Application of Content: The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.

InTASC Standard # 6: Assessment: The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and to guide the teacher’s and learner’s decision making.

InTASC Standard #7: Planning for Instruction: The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context.

InTASC Standard # 8: Instructional Strategies: The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.