I. PLANNING FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING                                                                                PACES

TEACHING AND LEARNING COMPONENT

I.C Time Allocations
Effective planning reflects a reasonable match between the time allocated for learning and each teaching method and learning task. The structure, ordering, and depth of coverage of content knowledge are important considerations in the efficient allocation of time for learning.

Sample Professional Growth Activity 1
Comprehension
  1. Review Teaching and Learning Component I.C in the PACES Teaching and Learning Professional Growth Manual, and develop a list of points for discussion with the Colleague Teachers. 
Practical Application
  1. Develop a short series of lesson plans consistent with requirements for your grade/subject area, and the indicators for this Teaching and Learning Component.
  2. Identify the allocated time for each activity and segment of learning contained in the lesson plans.
  3. Provide reasons for the time allocated for each activity and the depth and breadth of content included in the lesson plans.
Assessment
  1. Discuss these items with the Colleague Teachers. 

Sample Professional Growth Activity 2
Comprehension
  1. Search the M-DCPS web site for a unit plan consistent with the Sunshine State Standards for your grade/subject area.
Practical Application
  1. Modify the unit plan as needed to bring it into alignment with the indicators for this PACES Teaching and Learning Component.
Assessment
  1. Assess the resulting plans with the Colleague Teachers.

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