Highly Effective, Value Added, Marzano...these were all words that were not a part of most teachers' vernacular ten...even five (!) years ago...What makes a teacher effective? This article is an easy read http://www.ncate.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=JFRrmWqa1jU%3d&tabid=361 and offered up some ideas that I hadn't thought of in the past.
One skill that I think is critical to classroom success is the ability to differentiate instruction. In a few weeks I will be writing an article that I will post here that I think covers the essential elements of differentiating for students. My brother is going to be working at the American University in Dubai for the next two years. One of the classes he will be teaching to graduate students is on this very topic. Utilizing technology (Web 2.0) to facilitate this process is another important aspect of being an effective teacher. If you find any additional resources on this subject, feel free to link here!
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