In my time student teaching, I often had students work in groups or partners. I believe that this artifact of grouping my students meets Knowledge Indicator 4C which states, "understands how to help students work cooperatively and productively in groups."

Letting students work together helps build relationships and encourages their learning with one another. In this example, I put students in groups before instruction. This was based on their level and how well they work together. This took a lot of planning, but the lesson went well because I carefully planned who each student would work with. I learned that preparing and planning things as small as group work helps the lesson to go smoothly and students to learn as much as possible.

While student teaching at the elementary school, there were a couple of positive behavior supports that were used. The specific support is a stamp chart. I believe that this meets Performance Indicator 4O which states, "uses a variety of effective behavioral management techniques appropriate to the needs of all students that include positive behavior interventions and supports."

I was able to set strong expectations with my students, and this was a great support with my classroom management. My favorite and most effective support was a stamp chart. When students were on task and doing what they were supposed to be doing, or going above and beyond in the classroom, they would receive a stamp on the chart. Once their chart was filled up, they earned a reward such as lunch with the teacher, sit in the teacher's chair, and more. I learned that this was a great way to encourage students to adhere to the expectations.