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Begin instruction promptly Be punctual Start lesson promptly

Begin instruction promptly Be punctual Start lesson promptly

Handle materials in an orderly manner Establish and teach routines to save time in distributing or collecting materials Have materials ready and organized

Handle materials in an orderly manner Establish and teach routines to save time in distributing or collecting materials Have materials ready and organized

Orient students to classwork/ maintain academic focus Let students know what they are going to do Tell students how they are going to do it Focus on one subject at a time Indicate when moving from one topic or activity to another Avoid responding to questions or comments that could take the discussion to unrelated areas

Orient students to classwork/ maintain academic focus Let students know what they are going to do Tell students how they are going to do it Focus on one subject at a time Indicate when moving from one topic or activity to another Avoid responding to questions or comments that could take the discussion to unrelated areas

Orient students to classwork/ maintain academic focus Let students know what they are going to do Tell students how they are going to do it Focus on one subject at a time Indicate when moving from one topic or activity to another Avoid responding to questions or comments that could take the discussion to unrelated areas

Orient students to classwork/ maintain academic focus Let students know what they are going to do Tell students how they are going to do it Focus on one subject at a time Indicate when moving from one topic or activity to another Avoid responding to questions or comments that could take the discussion to unrelated areas

Orient students to classwork/ maintain academic focus Let students know what they are going to do Tell students how they are going to do it Focus on one subject at a time Indicate when moving from one topic or activity to another Avoid responding to questions or comments that could take the discussion to unrelated areas

Conduct beginning/ending reviews Ask students to recall the content of the previous lesson Review the important points of the topic before moving to a new topic Review content at the end of the lesson

Conduct beginning/ending reviews Ask students to recall the content of the previous lesson Review the important points of the topic before moving to a new topic Review content at the end of the lesson

Conduct beginning/ending reviews Ask students to recall the content of the previous lesson Review the important points of the topic before moving to a new topic Review content at the end of the lesson

Questions Ask questions one at a time Allow pause time for thinking/responding Specify one student to respond Use questions that ask for facts Use questions that require analysis or reason Avoid non-academic questions/questions that ask for personal opinions Reduce multiple questions and unison response

Questions Ask questions one at a time Allow pause time for thinking/responding Specify one student to respond Use questions that ask for facts Use questions that require analysis or reason Avoid non-academic questions/questions that ask for personal opinions Reduce multiple questions and unison response

Questions Ask questions one at a time Allow pause time for thinking/responding Specify one student to respond Use questions that ask for facts Use questions that require analysis or reason Avoid non-academic questions/questions that ask for personal opinions Reduce multiple questions and unison response

Questions Ask questions one at a time Allow pause time for thinking/responding Specify one student to respond Use questions that ask for facts Use questions that require analysis or reason Avoid non-academic questions/questions that ask for personal opinions Reduce multiple questions and unison response

Questions Ask questions one at a time Allow pause time for thinking/responding Specify one student to respond Use questions that ask for facts Use questions that require analysis or reason Avoid non-academic questions/questions that ask for personal opinions Reduce multiple questions and unison response

Questions Ask questions one at a time Allow pause time for thinking/responding Specify one student to respond Use questions that ask for facts Use questions that require analysis or reason Avoid non-academic questions/questions that ask for personal opinions Reduce multiple questions and unison response

Questions Ask questions one at a time Allow pause time for thinking/responding Specify one student to respond Use questions that ask for facts Use questions that require analysis or reason Avoid non-academic questions/questions that ask for personal opinions Reduce multiple questions and unison response

Recognize response/ amplify/give corrective feedback Correct wrong answers with a brief explanation Avoid sarcasm, disgust, harshness Indicate that an answer is right or wrong Delve, rephrase, and give clues after an incorrect response Direct further discussion by modifying or applying a student’s response

Recognize response/ amplify/give corrective feedback Correct wrong answers with a brief explanation Avoid sarcasm, disgust, harshness Indicate that an answer is right or wrong Delve, rephrase, and give clues after an incorrect response Direct further discussion by modifying or applying a student’s response

Recognize response/ amplify/give corrective feedback Correct wrong answers with a brief explanation Avoid sarcasm, disgust, harshness Indicate that an answer is right or wrong Delve, rephrase, and give clues after an incorrect response Direct further discussion by modifying or applying a student’s response

Recognize response/ amplify/give corrective feedback Correct wrong answers with a brief explanation Avoid sarcasm, disgust, harshness Indicate that an answer is right or wrong Delve, rephrase, and give clues after an incorrect response Direct further discussion by modifying or applying a student’s response

Recognize response/ amplify/give corrective feedback Correct wrong answers with a brief explanation Avoid sarcasm, disgust, harshness Indicate that an answer is right or wrong Delve, rephrase, and give clues after an incorrect response Direct further discussion by modifying or applying a student’s response

Give specific academic praise Tell why a response or work is praiseworthy Reduce the use of general praise Use acknowledgments

Give specific academic praise Tell why a response or work is praiseworthy Reduce the use of general praise Use acknowledgments

Give specific academic praise Tell why a response or work is praiseworthy Reduce the use of general praise Use acknowledgments

Provide for practice Provide guided practice in using the concept Check for academic comprehension before going to a new concept Direct/model choral practice

Provide for practice Provide guided practice in using the concept Check for academic comprehension before going to a new concept Direct/model choral practice

Provide for practice Provide guided practice in using the concept Check for academic comprehension before going to a new concept Direct/model choral practice

Assign/check comprehension of homework, seatwork assignments/ give feedback Give clear directions for homework and seatwork Check for understanding of what to do and how to do it Check the work and give feedback

Assign/check comprehension of homework, seatwork assignments/ give feedback Give clear directions for homework and seatwork Check for understanding of what to do and how to do it Check the work and give feedback

Assign/check comprehension of homework, seatwork assignments/ give feedback Give clear directions for homework and seatwork Check for understanding of what to do and how to do it Check the work and give feedback

Circulate and assist students Move about the room helping individual /groups of students Provide equal opportunity for help

Circulate and assist students Move about the room helping individual /groups of students Provide equal opportunity for help

Treat concepts- definitions/attributes/examples/non-examples Define new concepts Identify attributes Give examples Give related non-examples

Treat concepts- definitions/attributes/examples/non-examples Define new concepts Identify attributes Give examples Give related non-examples

Treat concepts- definitions/attributes/examples/non-examples Define new concepts Identify attributes Give examples Give related non-examples

Treat concepts- definitions/attributes/examples/non-examples Define new concepts Identify attributes Give examples Give related non-examples

Discuss cause-effect/use linking words/apply law or principle Show cause and effect by using linking words Provide problems that require the application of the laws or principles Explain the laws or principles

Discuss cause-effect/use linking words/apply law or principle Show cause and effect by using linking words Provide problems that require the application of the laws or principles Explain the laws or principles

Discuss cause-effect/use linking words/apply law or principle Show cause and effect by using linking words Provide problems that require the application of the laws or principles Explain the laws or principles

State and apply academic rules Explain the rule Provide problems that require the use of the rule for their solution

State and apply academic rules Explain the rule Provide problems that require the use of the rule for their solution

Develop criteria and evidence for value judgment State the value question Develop criteria by which to examine the event or object Assemble the facts to be used in the judgment process Assist the students in reaching a final decision

Develop criteria and evidence for value judgment State the value question Develop criteria by which to examine the event or object Assemble the facts to be used in the judgment process Assist the students in reaching a final decision

Develop criteria and evidence for value judgment State the value question Develop criteria by which to examine the event or object Assemble the facts to be used in the judgment process Assist the students in reaching a final decision

Develop criteria and evidence for value judgment State the value question Develop criteria by which to examine the event or object Assemble the facts to be used in the judgment process Assist the students in reaching a final decision

Emphasize important points Indicate what is important in the lesson Alert students to give special attention to important points

Emphasize important points Indicate what is important in the lesson Alert students to give special attention to important points

Express enthusiasm verbally/ challenge students Present lessons with enthusiasm Use statements that motivate and challenge Express interest in the subject, topic, and students

Express enthusiasm verbally/ challenge students Present lessons with enthusiasm Use statements that motivate and challenge Express interest in the subject, topic, and students

Express enthusiasm verbally/ challenge students Present lessons with enthusiasm Use statements that motivate and challenge Express interest in the subject, topic, and students

Speak clearly Use simple direct sentences Connect ideas clearly Utilize correct grammar and pronunciation Avoid vague words Avoid vulgar language

Speak clearly Use simple direct sentences Connect ideas clearly Utilize correct grammar and pronunciation Avoid vague words Avoid vulgar language

Speak clearly Use simple direct sentences Connect ideas clearly Utilize correct grammar and pronunciation Avoid vague words Avoid vulgar language

Speak clearly Use simple direct sentences Connect ideas clearly Utilize correct grammar and pronunciation Avoid vague words Avoid vulgar language

Speak clearly Use simple direct sentences Connect ideas clearly Utilize correct grammar and pronunciation Avoid vague words Avoid vulgar language

Modulate speech Speak in an audible voice Avoid speaking in a monotone Avoid a shrill, high pitched or loud, grating voice

Modulate speech Speak in an audible voice Avoid speaking in a monotone Avoid a shrill, high pitched or loud, grating voice

Modulate speech Speak in an audible voice Avoid speaking in a monotone Avoid a shrill, high pitched or loud, grating voice

Use body behavior that… Shows interest Indicates enthusiasm Avoids frowns, deadpan facial expressions, or lethargic behavior

Use body behavior that… Shows interest Indicates enthusiasm Avoids frowns, deadpan facial expressions, or lethargic behavior

Use body behavior that… Shows interest Indicates enthusiasm Avoids frowns, deadpan facial expressions, or lethargic behavior

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Stop misconduct Establish and enforce classroom rules Know what everyone is doing, all the time Praise correct behavior Stop misbehavior before it spreads Suggest alternatives to misbehavior Deal with the worst disturbance, first Avoid overreacting Remain calm

Maintain instructional momentum Keep the lesson moving Ignore irrelevancies Control interruptions Provide structure for students who finish early Avoid downtime

Maintain instructional momentum Keep the lesson moving Ignore irrelevancies Control interruptions Provide structure for students who finish early Avoid downtime

Maintain instructional momentum Keep the lesson moving Ignore irrelevancies Control interruptions Provide structure for students who finish early Avoid downtime

Maintain instructional momentum Keep the lesson moving Ignore irrelevancies Control interruptions Provide structure for students who finish early Avoid downtime

Maintain instructional momentum Keep the lesson moving Ignore irrelevancies Control interruptions Provide structure for students who finish early Avoid downtime