Step Teaching

Lesson Objectives

10.0

Short answer proficiently describes the lesson's objective and whether it is measurable and observable. If the objective is not measurable and observable, a new objective is provided expertly meeting these qualifications. Grade level and academic subject area, along with corresponding academic standards are provided.

Whole Group and Small Group Instruction

15.0

Short answer thoroughly details whether whole and small group instruction is utilized in the lesson and if not, provides a comprehensive description of how whole and/or small group instruction can be incorporated. Professional ways to utilize a co-teacher during whole group instruction are provided.

Technology

20.0

Short answer describes creative technology extensions to increase student engagement during aligned lesson activities.

Dyslexia

15.0

Short answer includes innovative strategies for improving reading comprehension of vocabulary and decoding skills for students with dyslexia.

Assessment

10.0

Short answer exceptionally outlines how to assess student learning during lessons. Includes proficient outline of a formative assessment aligned to learning objective.

Universal Design

10.0

Short answer efficiently describes appropriate principles of Universal Design for Learning that could be incorporated in the lesson.

Organization

10.0

The content is well organized and logical. There is a sequential progression of ideas related to each other. The content is presented as a cohesive unit and the audience is provided with a clear sense of the main idea.

Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

5.0

Submission is virtually free of mechanical errors. Word choice reflects well-developed use of practice and content-related language. Sentence structures are varied and engaging.

Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)

5.0

Sources are documented completely and correctly, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.

Total Percentage

100