Identify and integrate key concepts, skills, and methods of inquiry across subject matter areas. Select and use subject matter resources, human resources, materials and technologies that best promote student understanding of the subjects' key concepts. Choose and adapt instructional resources and technologies to make subject matter relevant to students' experiences and interests. Plan instruction that connects subject matter to real life and future careers. Make decisions about organizing curriculum to allow enough time for student learning, review and assessment.
Teachers plan instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse students.
Recognize differences in cognitive and linguistic development in my students. Ensure that the learning expectations are appropriate to students' physical and emotional development, language acquisitions, or other special needs. Establish learning goals that address the diverse languages, experiences and expectations impacting my classroom. Use my understanding of the cultures of my students' communities to plan curriculum and instruction. Select and use learning materials and resources that reflect the diversity in my classroom.