Domain 1 has six components: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy, Demonstrating Knowledge of Students, Setting Instructional Outcomes, Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources, Designing Coherent Instruction, and Designing Student Assessments. This first domain is important to educators because they must know their content, and they must develop an understanding of their students. Teachers must set clear goals for their classes and also be mindful of resources they can use to help their students. It is also critical that they can create lessons that are helpful to students, and assessments must accurately tests students of the proper material taught in class. Domain 1 is basically prerequisites for teachers that they should have proper skills and knowledge of all that occurs within a class before they begin teaching.
Domain 2: The Classroom Environment
Domain 2 has five components: Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport, Establishing a Culture for Learning, Managing Classroom Procedures, Managing Student Behavior, and Organizing Physical Space. This second domain is critical for educators because they must create both mutual respect with students and a community and learning culture before trying beginning teaching of the class content. Teachers must also set fair procedures for the class and student behavior to make sure the instruction goes smoothly in a positive educational environment. Finally, teachers must be cognizant of the way the classroom is organized because, depending on the subject and age group, flexible seating arrangements could be helpful for students. Most of Domain 2 is procedures teachers must have set before instruction can begin. With a well-planned and executed classroom setup, educators can create a positive and educational environment for students.
Domain 3: Instruction
Domain 3 has five components: Communicating with Students, Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques, Engaging Students in Learning, Using Assessment in Instruction, and Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness. This third domain is critical for educators because it is the "meat" of their job. In instruction, teachers must actively communicate with students through questioning and discussions to make sure they are comprehending the new material. Also, teachers must be creative in finding ways to engage students and weave assessments, mostly formative, into lessons. Educators must be flexible when lessons do not go as planned or circumstances are ideal to help students learn. Domain 3 is the very core of teaching because teachers interact with students to help them develop in their schooling.
Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities
Domain 4 has six components: Reflecting on Teaching, Maintaining Accurate Records, Communicating with Families, Participating in a Professional Community, Growing and Developing Professionally, and Showing Professionalism. This fourth domain is essential for teachers because they must become better educators by updating their lessons and keeping current records of student forms and assessments. They also must consistently communicate with students' families and update them on their progress. It is critical that teachers continue to develop professionally by networking with other educators, attending conferences, and creating a support group with staff and faculty. Of course, teachers must strongly perform in each domain in a professional manner. Domain 4 is important to help teachers continue to grow. Without this domain, teachers would not be able to improve their skills and competencies in the other three domains.
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