School of Education Conceptual Framework

Cooperating Teacher Module 1
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Since the School of Education's founding in 2003 at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, its mission has been to engage in exemplary teaching, research, and service to ensure that graduates become successful professional educators in PK-12 settings. Further, the School of Education's vision is to prepare teachers and other professional educators who are reflective practitioners and engage in evidence-based practice.

Reflective Practitioners

The process of becoming a reflective practitioner follows a framework for teaching that includes: a) planning and preparation, b) classroom environment, c) instruction and d) professional responsibilities (Danielson, 1996). These four domains are aligned to the Wisconsin Standards for Teacher Development and Licensure and contain necessary and specific components that are assessed at multiple stages throughout each student's teacher education preparation program. 

InTASC / Wisconsin Teacher Standards Standards Linked to Danielson Framework

InTASC Standard

Danielson Framework Component(s)

THE LEARNER AND LEARNING

 

#1 Learner Development

The teacher understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences.

Planning and Preparation

1b: Demonstrating Knowledge of Students

1c: Setting Instructional Outcomes

1e: Designing Coherent instruction

#2. Learning Differences

The teacher uses understanding of individual diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.

Planning and Preparation

1b: Demonstrating Knowledge of Students

#3: Learning Environment

The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

Classroom Environment

2a: Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport

Instruction

3c: Engaging Students in Learning

CONTENT

 

#4: Content Knowledge

The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content.

Planning and Preparation

1a: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy

1e: Designing Coherent Instruction

Instruction

3c: Engaging Students in Learning

#5: Application of Content

The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.

Instruction

3a: Communicating with Students

3c: Engaging Students in Learning

3f: Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness

INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICE

 

#6: Assessment

The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and to guide the teacher’s and learner’s decision making.

Planning and Preparation

1f: Designing Student Assessments

Instruction

3d: Using Assessment in Instruction

#7: Planning for Instruction

The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context.

Planning and Preparation

1b: Demonstrating Knowledge of Students

1e: Designing Coherent Instruction

#8: Instructional Strategies

The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.

Instruction

3b: Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques

3c: Engaging Students in Learning

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

 

#9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice

The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner

Professional Responsibilities

4a: Reflecting on Teaching

4e: Growing and Developing Professionally

4f: Showing Professionalism

#10: Leadership and Collaboration

The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession.

Professional Responsibilities

4c: Communicating with Families

4d: Participating in a Professional Community

4f: Showing Professionalism