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Home - Standard 1 - Standard 2 - Standard 3 - Standard 4 - Standard 5 - Standard 6 - Standard 7 - Standard 8 - Standard 9 - Standard 10 ** Standard 2 ** ** Teachers know how children grow. **  The teacher understands how children with broad ranges of ability learn and provides instruction that supports their intellectual, social, and personal development.

Evidence 1: Webquest EDT 654

Rationale 1: This webquest, based on area and perimeter, was created to allow students to work through math problems at their own pace using a variety of online tools. Students began by playing review games on area and perimeter, and then took a quiz. The quiz only allowed them to progress to the next question when they got the previous question correct. The final extension of the webquest allowed students to create and design their own house using an online site. I have used, and continue to use, this webquest in my classroom. As an educator, this assignment allowed me to create a lesson that could be adapted to all students in my classroom. Since this is a web-based activity, students are highly motivated and engaged. Students work at their own pace, gaining confidence in understanding of area and perimeter.

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Students in my math class come with a various backgrounds. This webquest allows students to move at their own pace and challenge themselves.

2.D.1 The teacher appreciates individual variation at each developmental level and shows respect for the diverse talents of all learners, and is committed to help them develop self-confidence and competence.

During this webquest, I am able to monitor student learning by discussing problem with students or informally by observing their progress.

2.S.3 The teacher assesses students’ thinking and experiences as a basis for instructional activities (i.e., encouraging discussion, listening and responding to group interaction, and eliciting samples of student thinking orally and in writing).

Through research and experience, I have learned that students are more engaged and motivated when technology is incorporated in lessons. Content becomes more authentic and meaningful for students.  2.K.1 The teacher understands how learning occurs -- how students construct knowledge, acquire skills, and develop habits of mind – and how to use instructional strategies that promote student learning for a wide range of student abilities.