The classroom ambiance is supportive, equitable, and risk-free. Teachers create a risk-free climate which supports inquiry and creativity. Teachers set high expectations and follow equitable practices in dealing with students. Students are frequently praised and encouraged. Students work at a variety of learning stations.
Students access all learning stations on a frequent and equitable basis.
Learning station activities are clearly defined and appropriate to students needs. Teachers carefully explain and model learning station activities before station rotations begin. Station activities are designed to coordinate with lesson objectives and are appropriate to the students' level of intellectual, academic, and social development. Station Task Cards specify assignment requirements at each station. Teachers designate where students begin working each day.