Standard+3

** ﻿ Teachers understand that children learn differently. ** The teacher understands how pupils differ in their approaches to learning and the barriers that impede learning and can adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of pupils, including those with disabilities and exceptionalities.
 * Standard 3 **

** Evidence 3: **

** Rationale 3: ** This lesson was developed as an alternative way for students to learn about the Executive Branch. I developed it last year wanting to move away from the text book and give students more choices. I wanted a different way to get information to students other than more traditional ways. With this inquiry lesson, they can choose their topic as well as the questions they want to answer. Because they have so many choices, the needs of all learners are more easily met. Students are then working independently at their own levels to research information they are interested in. Overall, students responded well to the choices offered and appreciated the way the project was structured.

This has been a valuable experience shaping my development as a teacher. It was my first experience with Inquiry lessons, and it really gave me insight as to how the process works and how it benefits students by giving choices and more freedom.

** KSD **

** 3.K.1 The teacher understands and can identify differences in approaches to learning and performance, including different learning styles, multiple intelligences, and performance modes, and can design instruction that helps use students’ strengths as the basis for growth. **

Students can choose topics and design their websites or wikis to fit their individual needs. They can take it to whatever level they are comfortable with.

** 3.S.1 The teacher identifies and designs instruction appropriate to students’ stages of development, learning styles, strengths, and needs. **

Because they are working independently, students to not need to work at levels of other students. Their research and final products are individualized so they can go through the learning process in whatever way is best for them.

** 3.D.1 The teacher believes that all children can learn at high levels and persists in helping all children achieve success. **

Even though students may work through the research and creation process at different levels and speeds, they will all create a final end product to present and demonstrate their findings.