Standard # 1:

The teacher of science understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and the history and nature of science in order to create learning experiences that make these aspects of science meaningful for the student.

Standard # 2:

The teacher of science understands how students learn science and provides science learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development.

Standard # 3:

The teacher of science understands how students differ in their approaches to learning science and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.

Standard # 4:

The teacher of science understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students’ development of conceptual understanding, inquiry skills, and scientific habits of mind.

Standard # 5:

The teacher of science uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create science learning environments that encourage positive social interaction and active engagement in learning.

Standard # 6:

The teacher of science understands and uses a variety of communication techniques to foster equity, inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.

Standard # 7:

The teacher of science plans meaningful science instruction based upon knowledge of science, students, the community, science curricula, and curriculum goals.

Standard # 8:

The teacher of science understands and uses a variety of authentic and equitable assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and personal development of the learner.

Standard # 9:

The teacher of science is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his/her choices and actions on others, and who actively pursues opportunities to grow professionally.

Standard # 10:

In order to support student learning and well-being, the teacher of science fosters relationships with students and their families, colleagues, and concerned others.

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