| (A) explain the relationship between school and society;
(B) recognize and use resources for professional growth
such as family, school, and community resources; and
(C) collaborate with stakeholders such as family, school,
and community to promote learning.
(10) The student develops technology skills. The student
is expected to:
(A) describe the role of technology in the instructional
process;
(B) use technology applications appropriate for specific
subject matter and student needs; and
(C) demonstrate skillful use of technology as a tool
for instruction, evaluation, and management.
(11) The student understands the professional, ethical,
and legal responsibilities in teaching and training. The student is
expected to:
(A) describe teacher and trainer practices that promote
professional and ethical conduct;
(B) analyze professional and ethical standards that
apply to educators and trainers;
(C) analyze situations requiring decisions based on
professional, ethical, and legal considerations; and
(D) analyze expected effects of compliance and non-compliance
with the Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
(12) The student participates in field-based experiences
in education and training. The student is expected to:
(A) apply instructional strategies and concepts within
a local educational or training facility; and
(B) document, assess, and reflect on instructional
experiences.
(13) The student documents technical knowledge and
skills. The student is expected to:
(A) update professional portfolio components such as
resume, samples of work, service-learning log, assessment results,
and mock scholarship applications; and
(B) present the portfolio to interested stakeholders.
(14) The student demonstrates the knowledge and skills
needed to provide meaningful, specific, and timely feedback to students,
families, and other school personnel on the growth of students in
relation to classroom goals while maintaining student confidentiality.
The student is expected to:
(A) explain the role feedback plays in the learning
process;
(B) provide guidance and feedback to motivate student
behavior and outcomes;
(C) demonstrate methods of providing feedback to students
such as checklists, classroom processes, and written documentation;
(D) demonstrate methods of accepting and reflecting
on feedback to determine plans for improvement of educational outcomes;
and
(E) apply questioning strategies to facilitate student
discussion.
(15) The student demonstrates knowledge and understanding
of teacher responsibility with regard to accommodations and modifications
for students with special needs. The student is expected to:
(A) identify the Individuals with Disabilities Education
Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973;
(B) explain the structure and components of an individualized
education program (IEP);
(C) explain the structure and components of a Section
504 Plan; and
(D) compare accommodations and modifications for students
with special needs.
(16) The student demonstrates proper record-keeping
strategies needed by teachers to demonstrate evidence of student progress.
The student is expected to:
(A) understand and demonstrate the use of learning
management systems and record-keeping tools;
(B) outline school district policies related to teacher
record keeping; and
(C) identify the essential components of behavioral
and academic records according to state and school district policy.
(17) The student uses standard observation techniques
to observe a variety of educational settings. The student is expected
to:
(A) evaluate teaching styles, learning environments,
and classroom management utilizing observation checklists or other
observation and evaluation tools; and
(B) use observation and evaluation reports to reflect
on teaching practices and develop strategies for improvement.
(18) The student assesses the benefits of how a mentor
relationship impacts a teaching career. The student is expected to:
(A) recognize the benefits of a mentor relationship
such as increased teacher retention, mentor guidance, and coaching;
and
(B) seek out and foster mentorship opportunities.
(19) The student analyzes teacher employment requirements
and professional growth opportunities for those in the education profession
such as required education and certification. The student is expected
to:
(A) describe required education needed to become a
certified teacher;
(B) explain the steps for becoming a certified teacher
in Texas;
(C) compare certification requirements for various
content and grade level areas of interest; and
(D) identify various financial aid sources available
for teacher candidates such as scholarships, student loans, and student
loan forgiveness options once certified.
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