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The components in Domain 1 outline how a teacher organizes the content of what students are expected to learn, or how the teacher designs instruction. These include: demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, demonstrating knowledge of students, setting instructional outcomes, demonstrating knowledge of resources, designing coherent instruction, and designing student assessments.
Why Number Talks?
Deidre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary, 1st Grade To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Partner Talk during Number Talks Whole Group Discussion
Whole Group Discussion in a Number Talk
Deirdre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Partner Talk during Number Talks Why Number Talks? (Teacher Interview)
Using the Intellectual Prep Process to Plan Lessons using SLSO
Christopher Frazer, Woodrow Wilson, 8th Grade ELA
Using Technology to Engage English Language Learners
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Using Metacognition to Reinforce Comprehension Skills
Stacy Dougherty, Clara Barton Elementary, 1st Grade
Using Mental Math to Calculate Doubles
Joanna Schwartz, Kirkbride Elementary School, 2nd Grade
Using Desmos in Math Virtual Lessons
Tracy Saltz, Creative and Performing Arts High School, Algebra 1
Using Asynchronous Responses to Inform Synchronous Instruction
David Flannelly, Constitution High School, 9th-12th Chemistry
Using a Small Group to Differentiate
Caitlin Nelson, Hon. Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary School
Teaching Autistic Support in High School
Leah Henry-Beauchamp, West Philadelphia High School, Autistic Support
Social Equity in the Classroom
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Setting High Expectations for Students
Paula Miller, Lincoln High School, 9th-12th Robotics
Providing Students with Access to Grade Level Text
Christopher Frazer, Woodrow Wilson, 8th Grade ELA
Pre-Teaching Vocabulary in Context Using Background Knowledge and Visuals
Stacy Dougherty, Clara Barton Elementary, 1st Grade
Planning for Student Accountability in Small Groups
Adam Sanchez, Lincoln High School, African-American History
Planning & Using a Do Now as a Formative Assessment
Eric Scheetz, West Philadelphia High School, AP US History
Open Ended Teacher Questions
Tracy Saltz, Creative and Performing Arts High School, Algebra 1
Multiple Methods for Checking for Understanding
Leah Henry-Beauchamp, West Philadelphia High School, Autistic Support
Modeling and Experiments in Science Education
Paula Miller, Lincoln High School, 9th-12th Robotics
Making AP Coursework Accessible, and the Importance of Primary Sources
Eric Scheetz, West Philadelphia High School, AP US History
Lesson Planning and Differentiating for Specialist Teachers
Laura Nicholas, Richard Wright, 1st Grade Spanish
Lesson Opening and Text Introduction
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Introducing Vocabulary: Relevance and Engagement
Maxfield Arnosky, Amy Northwest Middle School, 8th Grade
Intellectual Preparation: Engaging Students in Science
Eric Gold, Morrison Elementary, Middle School Science
Intellectual Prep: Designing a Lesson to Pique Students’ Interest
Allison Boyd, McCall Elementary, Grade 2 ELA
Intellectual Prep Process for Close Read Question
Melissa Freedman, Shawmont, 5th Grade ELA
Getting Started with Socratic Seminar
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
Formative Assessment: White Boards
Chris Angelini, Crossroads Accelerated Academy, 9th-12th Grades
Engagement and Accountability in Virtual Instruction
Katrina Culley, Laura Waring, Kindergarten
Creating Strategic Partnerships between Students
Shanelle Lockhart, Kensington High School, Career & Technical Education
Building Positive Mathematical Mindset
Tracy Saltz, Creative and Performing Arts High School, Algebra 1
Approaches to African American History
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
The components in Domain 2 consist of the interactions that occur in a classroom that are non-instructional. These include: creating an environment of respect and rapport, establishing a culture for learning, managing classroom procedures, managing student behavior, and organizing physical space.
Whole Group Feedback When Practicing Routines
Nicole Corkery, Hampton Elementary, First Grade
Whole Group Discussion in a Number Talk
Deirdre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Partner Talk during Number Talks Why Number Talks? (Teacher Interview)
We Do-Student Engagement in a Close Read Response Question
Melissa Freedman, Shawmont, 5th Grade ELA
Using Positive Narration & Sharing Students’ Work
Allison Boyd, McCall Elementary, Grade 2 ELA
Using Mental Math to Calculate Doubles
Joanna Schwartz, Kirkbride Elementary School, 2nd Grade
Using Desmos in Math Virtual Lessons
Tracy Saltz, Creative and Performing Arts High School, Algebra 1
Using Classroom Expectations to Hold Students Accountable
Keena Core, Weir Mitchell Elementary School, 2nd Grade
Using Blended Learning to Differentiate
Rebecca Aguilera, A.L. Fitzpatrick, Middle School ELA To see Ms. Aguilera’s blended learning in action as she teaches her students how to transition from group to group, click HERE.
Teaching Behavioral Self-Monitoring in the Primary Classroom
Amatise Ponzo, Mitchell Elementary School, 1st Grade
Students on Camera-Leveraging Student Relationships
Melissa Freedman, Shawmont, 5th Grade ELA
Student-to-Student Mentoring in a CTE Classroom
Charlene Fenster, Randolph Career Academy, 9th-12th Grades
Student Leadership in Socratic Seminar
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
Student Discourse in Elementary Math
Vanessa Smith, Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary, 2nd Grade Math
Student Collaboration: Comparing Math Solutions
Andrea Seigel, Carver High School of Engineering and Science, 9th-12th Grades
Structuring Conversations through Collaborative Discourse
Theresa Ann Capecci, Baldi Middle School
Starting the Day Off Right – Greeting Students at the Door
Jenniffer Stebulis / Kamia Smith, Samuel Powel Elementary, 2nd Grade
Social Equity in the Classroom
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Setting Up the Classroom for Literacy
Kimberly Jones, William Loesche School, 5th Grade ELA
Setting High Expectations for Students
Paula Miller, Lincoln High School, 9th-12th Robotics
Reviewing Expectations for Number Talks
Deirdre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary, 1st Grade To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Partner Talk during Number Talks Whole Group Discussion Why Number Talks? (Teacher Interview)
Respect, Classroom Management, and Self-Care
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
Redirection: Private Individual Correction
Megan Niedosik, Kensington High School, 9th-12th Grades
Promoting Academic Risk Taking
David Flannelly, Constitution High School, 9th-12th Chemistry
Priorities for the First Week of School
Kimberly Jones, William Loesche School, 5th Grade ELA
Partner Talk during a Number Talk
Deirdre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary, 1st Grade To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Whole Group Discussion Why Number Talks? (Teacher Interview)
Managing Student Behavior and Communicating with Families
Vanessa Smith and Shantelle Yarbrough, Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary, 2nd Grade
Kindergarten Phonics- Using Kinesthetic Learning During Alphabet Activities Component of Saxon
Virginia Field, William Loesche, Kindergarten Phonics
Incorporating Student Voice into Classroom Routines
Chloe Leech, Constitution High School, Math
Grades 3-5 AS Community Meeting-Reviewing Student Expectations
Kelly Adams, Laura Waring, 3rd-5th Autistic Support
Grades 3-5 AS Community Meeting-Classroom Assistant and Teacher collaboration in supporting student
Kelly Adams, Laura Waring, 3rd-5th Autistic Support
Grades 3-5 AS Community Meeting- Reviewing Schedule with Engagement
Kelly Adams, Laura Waring, 3rd-5th Autistic Support
Getting Students’ Attention: Thumbs Up Routine
Keena Core, Mitchell Elementary School, 2nd Grade
Getting Students’ Attention
Jennifer Stebulis / Kamia Hoilett, Samuel Powel Elementary, 2nd Grade
Getting Students’ Attention
Andrea Seigel, Carver High School of Engineering and Science, 9th-12th Grades
Focus Area for Community Meeting
Tamika Brown, Laura Waring, Kindergarten Community Meeting
Facilitating Small Group Transitions
Jennifer Howse, George Washington High School, 9th-12th Grades
Explaining Expectations with Scan for Compliance
Stacy Dougherty, Clara Barton Elementary, 1st Grade
Engagement During Community Meeting
Tamika Brown, Laura Waring, Kindergarten Community Meeting
Engagement and Accountability in Virtual Instruction
Katrina Culley, Laura Waring, Kindergarten
Encouraging Students to Take Risks
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Geometry
Differentiation in High School Math
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Geometry
Designing and Teaching Routines in a Blended Learning Classroom
Rebecca Aguilera, A.L.Fitzpatrick, Middle School ELA
Creating Strategic Partnerships between Students
Shanelle Lockhart, Kensington High School, Career & Technical Education
Creating a Safe Learning Environment
Lori Riggs, George Washington High School, Social Studies
Creating a Positive Learning Environment
Deborah Rinaldi, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, English
Clear Expectations and Positive Reinforcement
Caitlin Wraith, E.M. Stanton Elementary, 2nd Grade
Clear Directions Followed by Positive Narration
Lisanne Brown, William Dick Elementary, Kindergarten
Circulating to Support Students in Annotating Texts
Alexandra Longo, Vare-Washington Elementary
Building Understanding through Collaborative Discussion
David Flannelly, Constitution High School, 9th-12th Chemistry
Building Relationships to Support Students Academically
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Geometry
Building Rapport Between Students
Lori Riggs, George Washington High School, Social Studies
Building Rapport Around High Expectations
Jennifer Stebulis / Kamia Smith, Samuel Powel Elementary, 2nd Grade
Building Community through Greetings
Kamia Smith, Samuel Powel Elementary School, 1st Grade
Benefits of Career & Technical Education
Shanelle Lockhart, Kensington High School, Career & Technical Education
Addressing Student Behavior: Cell Phones
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
The components in Domain 3 are what constitute the core of teaching – the engagement of students in a learning context. These include: communicating with students, using questioning and discussion techniques, engaging students in learning, using assessment in instruction, and demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
Why Number Talks?
Deidre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary, 1st Grade To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Partner Talk during Number Talks Whole Group Discussion
Whole Group Discussion in a Number Talk
Deirdre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Partner Talk during Number Talks Why Number Talks? (Teacher Interview)
We Do-Student Engagement in a Close Read Response Question
Melissa Freedman, Shawmont, 5th Grade ELA
Vocabulary Activity: Focused Questioning to Facilitate Discussion
Ellen Abitbol, Anne Frank Elementary, 2nd Grade
Using Metacognition to Reinforce Comprehension Skills
Stacy Dougherty, Clara Barton Elementary, 1st Grade
Using Mental Math to Calculate Doubles
Joanna Schwartz, Kirkbride Elementary School, 2nd Grade
Using Desmos in Math Virtual Lessons
Tracy Saltz, Creative and Performing Arts High School, Algebra 1
Using Blended Learning to Differentiate
Rebecca Aguilera, A.L. Fitzpatrick, Middle School ELA To see Ms. Aguilera’s blended learning in action as she teaches her students how to transition from group to group, click HERE.
Using Asynchronous Responses to Inform Synchronous Instruction
David Flannelly, Constitution High School, 9th-12th Chemistry
Using a Small Group to Differentiate
Caitlin Nelson, Hon. Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary School
Unpacking the Objective in Elementary ELA
Shantelle Yarbrough, Hon. Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary School, 2nd Grade
Teaching Vocabulary through Context Clues
Caitlin Nelson, Hon. Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary School
Teaching Autistic Support in High School
Leah Henry-Beauchamp, West Philadelphia High School, Autistic Support
Teaching Angles in Geometry
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Geometry
Teaching a New Letter with Writing Practice
Katrina Culley, Laura Waring, Kindergarten Phonics
Student-to-Student Mentoring in a CTE Classroom
Charlene Fenster, Randolph Career Academy, 9th-12th Grades
Student Leadership in Socratic Seminar
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
Student Discourse in Elementary Math
Vanessa Smith, Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary, 2nd Grade Math
Student Collaboration: Comparing Math Solutions
Andrea Seigel, Carver High School of Engineering and Science, 9th-12th Grades
Structuring Conversations through Collaborative Discourse
Theresa Ann Capecci, Baldi Middle School
Starting the Day Off Right – Greeting Students at the Door
Jenniffer Stebulis / Kamia Smith, Samuel Powel Elementary, 2nd Grade
Standards for Mathematical Practices: Making Sense of Problems
Victor Hunter, Chester Arthur School, 6th Grade
Standards for Mathematical Practice: Making Sense of Quantities
Jennifer Tustin, Anna L. Lingelbach Elementary, 5th Grade
Specific Feedback-Independent Reading During Guided Reading
Kelly Cleary, William Dick Elementary, 1st Grade
Setting the Purpose by Communicating the Objective
Deborah Rinaldi, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, English
Setting High Expectations for Students
Paula Miller, Lincoln High School, 9th-12th Robotics
Reviewing Expectations for Number Talks
Deirdre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary, 1st Grade To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Partner Talk during Number Talks Whole Group Discussion Why Number Talks? (Teacher Interview)
Respect, Classroom Management, and Self-Care
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
Promoting Academic Risk Taking
David Flannelly, Constitution High School, 9th-12th Chemistry
Previewing Vocabulary
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Pre-Teaching Vocabulary in Context Using Background Knowledge and Visuals
Stacy Dougherty, Clara Barton Elementary, 1st Grade
Planning & Using a Do Now as a Formative Assessment
Eric Scheetz, West Philadelphia High School, AP US History
Partner Talk during a Number Talk
Deirdre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary, 1st Grade To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Whole Group Discussion Why Number Talks? (Teacher Interview)
Open Ended Teacher Questions
Tracy Saltz, Creative and Performing Arts High School, Algebra 1
Multiple Methods for Checking for Understanding
Leah Henry-Beauchamp, West Philadelphia High School, Autistic Support
More Active Monitoring in Geometry
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Mathematics
Modeling and Experiments in Science Education
Paula Miller, Lincoln High School, 9th-12th Robotics
Making AP Coursework Accessible, and the Importance of Primary Sources
Eric Scheetz, West Philadelphia High School, AP US History
Lesson Opening and Text Introduction
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Kindergarten Phonics- Using Kinesthetic Learning During Alphabet Activities Component of Saxon
Virginia Field, William Loesche, Kindergarten Phonics
Kindergarten Phonics- Phonological and Phonemic Awareness Component of Saxon
Virginia Field, William Loesche, Kindergarten Phonics
Kindergarten Phonics- Daily Letter, Sound, and Spelling Review
Virginia Field, William Loesche, Kindergarten Phonics
Kindergarten Phonics- Classroom Practice and Fluency Practice
Virginia Field, William Loesche, Kindergarten Phonics
Introducing Vocabulary: Relevance and Engagement
Maxfield Arnosky, Amy Northwest Middle School, 8th Grade
Introducing New Foreign Language Words
Jenn Gentlesk, Masterman High School, 9th-12th Grades
Introducing A Poem – Building Background
Sheila Myers, Lamberton Elementary, 6th grade, ELA
Intellectual Preparation: Engaging Students in Science
Eric Gold, Morrison Elementary, Middle School Science
Intellectual Prep: Designing a Lesson to Pique Students’ Interest
Allison Boyd, McCall Elementary, Grade 2 ELA
Integration of Phonics into the Morning Routine
Tamika Brown, Laura Waring, Kindergarten ELA
I Do-Direct Instruction – Close Read Response Question
Melissa Freedman, Shawmont, 5th Grade ELA
Gradual Release Model in a High School English Classroom
Deborah Rinaldi, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, English
Grades 3-5 AS Community Meeting-Student Engagement
Kelly Adams, Laura Waring, 3rd-5th Autistic Support
Grades 3-5 AS Community Meeting-Reviewing Student Expectations
Kelly Adams, Laura Waring, 3rd-5th Autistic Support
Grades 3-5 AS Community Meeting- Reviewing Schedule with Engagement
Kelly Adams, Laura Waring, 3rd-5th Autistic Support
Getting Started with Socratic Seminar
Alicia Williams, Furness High School, AP US Government
Formative Assessment: White Boards
Chris Angelini, Crossroads Accelerated Academy, 9th-12th Grades
Focused Direct Instruction to Prep for Reading: Figurative Language
Angela Iovine, Kensington Health Sciences Academy, 9th-12th Grades
Facilitating Small Group Transitions
Jennifer Howse, George Washington High School, 9th-12th Grades
Facilitating Discussion: Turn and Talk
Donielle Melendez, Clara Barton Elementary, 2nd Grade
Explaining Expectations with Scan for Compliance
Stacy Dougherty, Clara Barton Elementary, 1st Grade
Experiential Learning in a Virtual Environment
David Flannelly, Constitution High School, 9th-12th Chemistry
Expecting Academic Language
Andrea Seigel, Carver High School of Engineering and Science, 9th-12th Grades
Engaging Students in Learning
Leah Henry-Beauchamp, West Philadelphia High School, Autistic Support
Engaging All Students in African-American History
Adam Sanchez, Lincoln High School, 9th-12th grade African-American History
Engagement and Accountability in Virtual Instruction
Katrina Culley, Laura Waring, Kindergarten
Encouraging Students to Take Risks
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Geometry
Discussion Techniques: Socratic Seminar Set Up and Directions
Jenn Gentlesk, Masterman High School, 9th-12th Grades
Discussion Techniques: Socratic Seminar in Action
Jenn Gentlesk, Masterman High School, 9th-12th Grades
Direct Instruction: Categorizing Context Clues
Caitlin Nelson, Hon. Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary School
Differentiation in High School Math
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Geometry
Creating Strategic Partnerships between Students
Shanelle Lockhart, Kensington High School, Career & Technical Education
Conferring with Students During Independent Practice
Deborah Rinaldi, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, English
Communicating the Objective Throughout the Lesson
Nicole Corkery, Hampton Moore Elementary, 1st Grade
Clear Expectations and Positive Reinforcement
Caitlin Wraith, E.M. Stanton Elementary, 2nd Grade
Clear Directions Followed by Positive Narration
Lisanne Brown, William Dick Elementary, Kindergarten
Circulating to Support Students in Annotating Texts
Alexandra Longo, Vare-Washington Elementary
Checking for Understanding
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Checking for Student Understanding: Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down
Andrea Seigel, Carver High School of Engineering and Science, 9th-12th Grades
Building Understanding through Collaborative Discussion
David Flannelly, Constitution High School, 9th-12th Chemistry
Building Teacher-Student Relationships, closing a lesson
Leah Henry-Beauchamp, West Philadelphia High School, Autistic Support
Building Relationships to Support Students Academically
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Geometry
Building Rapport Around High Expectations
Jennifer Stebulis / Kamia Smith, Samuel Powel Elementary, 2nd Grade
Building Positive Mathematical Mindset
Tracy Saltz, Creative and Performing Arts High School, Algebra 1
Building Community through Greetings
Kamia Smith, Samuel Powel Elementary School, 1st Grade
Building a Sense of Urgency
Andrea Seigel, Carver High School of Engineering and Science, 9th-12th Grades
Brain Breaks and Engagement Strategies
Vanessa Smith and Shantelle Yarbrough, Luis Munoz-Marin Elementary, 2nd Grade
Applying the Standards for Mathematical Practice in the Classroom
Derrick Houck, Building 21, AP Physics
Adjusting Instruction to Support Students Midlesson
Catherine Memmolo, Kirkbride Elementary
Addressing Misconceptions
Andrea Seigel, Carver High School of Engineering and Science, 9th-12th Grades
Active Monitoring in Geometry
Sean Ryan, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School, Mathematics
Active Facilitation of Learning in an ESOL Classroom
Annette Cazley, Fels High School, ESOL
The components in Domain 4 represent the wide range of teacher’s responsibilities outside the classroom. These include: reflecting on teaching, maintaining accurate records, communicating with families, participating in a professional community, growing and developing professionally, and showing professionalism.
Why Number Talks?
Deidre Potter, Kirkbride Elementary, 1st Grade To view more of Ms. Potter’s Number Talk videos, click the links below: Reviewing Expectations during Number Talks Partner Talk during Number Talks Whole Group Discussion
Using the Intellectual Prep Process to Plan Lessons using SLSO
Christopher Frazer, Woodrow Wilson, 8th Grade ELA
Using Technology to Engage English Language Learners
Leira Rodriguez, Frankford High School, 9th-12th English Language Development
Using Classroom Expectations to Hold Students Accountable
Keena Core, Weir Mitchell Elementary School, 2nd Grade
Using Blended Learning to Differentiate
Rebecca Aguilera, A.L. Fitzpatrick, Middle School ELA To see Ms. Aguilera’s blended learning in action as she teaches her students how to transition from group to group, click HERE.
Teaching Organizational Skills to High School Students
Lori Riggs, George Washington High School, Social Studies
Teaching Behavioral Self-Monitoring in the Primary Classroom
Amatise Ponzo, Mitchell Elementary School, 1st Grade
Teaching Autistic Support in High School
Leah Henry-Beauchamp, West Philadelphia High School, Autistic Support
Structuring Conversations through Collaborative Discourse
Theresa Ann Capecci, Baldi Middle School