Title: Perform an environmental scan of a classroom.
Course: Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow II (19151-II) > Section: Observing Professional Practice

Performance should include contextual factors that inform learning and teaching (e.g., building classroom community, classroom routines, diversity, schedule, physical environment).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How does the classroom environment affect student learning?
- How does the school environment affect student learning?

Communication

- Why is it important to communicate classroom expectations to your students?
- What are the benefits of following a schedule?

Leadership

- How can one embrace diversity in the classroom and school?
- Why is rapport important in building a classroom community?

Management

- What local, state, and federal regulations must be followed in the classroom?
- What role does administration play in building school community?