7. Communication

7.) Communication: I must be a proficient speaker and writing in which ever language I am teaching in. (Music is also a Language) If my communication skills aren't up to par, then it doesn't matter how vast my knowledge is. If I can't communicate my knowledge, they can't receive it.

The teacher uses knowledge of effective written, verbal, nonverbal, and visual communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.

Knowledge Indicators - The competent teacher:

7A. understands communication theory, language development, and the role of language in learning.

7B. understands how cultural and gender differences can affect communication in the classroom.

7C. understands the social, intellectual, and political implications of language use and how they influence meaning.

7D. understands the importance of audience and purpose when selecting ways to communicate ideas.

Performance Indicators - The competent teacher:

7E. models accurate, effective communication when conveying ideas and information and when asking questions and responding to students.

7F. uses effective questioning techniques and stimulates discussion in different ways for specific instructional purposes.

7G. creates varied opportunities for all students to use effective written, verbal, non-verbal, and visual communication.

7H. communicates with and challenges students in a supportive manner and provides students with constructive feedback.

7I. uses a variety of communication modes to effectively communicate with a diverse student population.

7J. practices effective listening, conflict resolution, and group-facilitation skills as a team member.

7K. communicates using a variety of communication tools to enrich learning opportunities.

"The teacher uses knowledge of effective written, verbal, nonverbal, and visual communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom."

Communication is the most important skill a teacher must have in order to be effective. One can have all the knowledge in the world but without the correct tools to accurate explain that knowledge, they are useless as a teacher.