Artifact: Example from Daily Smartboard File
Reflection: I am specific about the learning targets selected for my students and the activities connected to those targets. I have an overall target for the week, but share specific targets for each lesson with students as we begin the lessons. This helps ensure that all activities and instruction are aligned for maximum effectiveness and use of time. Letting my students know the target for the lesson helps them focus in on the content and be prepared to learn during the upcoming instruction. I list specific targets within our daily SmartBoard file to keep our day organized and flowing smoothly. Embedding them within our lessons also provides an opportunity to review them during the closure of the lesson in an effort to ensure the standard was not only addressed, but learned.