The Architecture of Accomplished Teaching:

What is underneath the surface?

• 1^st

  Your Students – Who are they? Where are they now? What do they need and in what order do they need it? Where should I begin?

  Proposition 1 >

  Teachers are committed to students and their learning.

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• 2^nd

  Set high, worthwhile goals appropriate for these students, at this time, in this setting.

  Proposition 1 >

  Teachers are committed to students and their learning.

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• 3^rd

  Implement instruction designed to attain those goals.

  Proposition 2 >

  Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to students.

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• 4^th

  Evaluate student learning in light of the goals and the instruction.

  Proposition 3 >

  Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning.

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• 5^th

  Reflect on student learning, the effectiveness of the instructional design, particular concerns, and issues.

  Proposition 4 >

  Teachers think systematically about their practices and learn from experience.

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• 6^th

  Set new high and worthwhile goals that are appropriate for these students at this time.

  Proposition 3 >

  Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning.

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