How and to what extent do the systems and routines of the classroom facilitate student ownership and independence?
What do discourse and interactions reveal about what is valued in the classroom?
How and to what extent does the classroom environment reflect values of community, inclusivity, equity and accountability for learning?
What is the climate for learning in the classroom?
How do relationships (teacher-student, student-student) support or hinder student learning?
Physical Environment
How does the physical arrangement of the classroom, as well as the availability of resources and space to both the teacher and students, purposefully support and scaffold student learning?
Is seating intentional and strategic?
Rules, Routines and Procedures
How and to what extent do the systems and routines of the classroom reflect values of community, inclusivity, equity and accountability for learning?
Teacher Rubric Connection
Climate and Culture
2a: Teachers foster a predictable learning environment characterized by acceptable student behavior and efficient use of time in which each student has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and peers.
2b: Teachers demonstrate an awareness of, a commitment to, and a respect for multiple aspects of diversity, while working toward common goals as a community of learners.
2c: Teachers engage students as individuals, including those with diverse needs and interests, across a range of ability levels by adapting their teaching for the benefit of all students.
2d: Teachers work collaboratively with the families and/or significant adults for the benefit of students.
3f: Teachers model and promote effective communication.
Physical Environment
2c: Teachers engage students as individuals, including those with diverse needs and interests, across a range of ability levels by adapting their teaching for the benefit of all students.
Rules, Routines and Procedures
2a: Teachers foster a predictable learning environment characterized by acceptable student behavior and efficient use of time in which each student has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and peers.