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- Student seating is varied to support learning.
- Repeating and clarifying directions are woven into instruction.
- Gaining students attention prior to instruction and cueing to refocus students is part of all teachers’ instructional practice.
- Agenda books are provided to all students and daily use is expected.
- Agenda, lesson goals, and learning outcomes are clearly communicated.
- Visuals are used to accompany oral directions and content information.
- Allowing for student processing time is included in direct instruction.
- Graphic organizers are utilized.
- All homework assignments are posted and students are provided opportunities to record assignments during each class period.
- Students’ progress, is reported on mid term progress reports and report cards every term.
- Organizational strategies are taught and implemented.
- Assessment or project guidelines, expectations, and/or rubrics are provided in advance.
- A minimum of three days notice is given for all students to adequately prepare for a test.
- Teachers communicate vertically and horizontally to align curriculum, best practice and necessary student needs.
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