Proficient to Distinguished: Mastering the T-TESS
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2023
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2023
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The Distinguished Texas Teacher: Strategies for Making a Difference in the Classroom offers practical guidance for educators in Texas to enhance their teaching and impact student learning. The book, authored by Wes Hickey, Yanira Oliveras, and Forrest Kaiser, focuses on strategies that foster student engagement, promote a growth mindset, and address the diverse needs of learners in Texas classrooms. Overall, "The Distinguished Texas Teacher" provides a comprehensive resource for Texas educators seeking to make a lasting positive impact on their students' lives and academic success. The new second edition includes instructional guides and online resources to support future school leaders in their work to improve student learning.
Domain 1: Planning
Dimension 1.1: Standards and Alignment
Dimension 1.2: Data and Assessment
Dimension 1.3: Knowledge of Students
Dimension 1.4: Activities
Domain 2: Instruction
Dimension 2.1: Achieving Expectations
Dimension 2.2: Content Knowledge and Expertise
Dimension 2.3: Communication
Dimension 2.4: Differentiation
Dimension 2.5: Monitor and Adjust
Domain 3: Learning Environment
Dimension 3.1: Classroom Environment, Routines, and Procedures
Dimension 3.2: Managing Student Behavior
Dimension 3.3: Classroom Culture
Domain 4: Professional Practices and Responsibilities
Dimension 4.1: Professional Demeanor and Ethics 6
Dimension 4.2: Goal Setting
Dimension 4.3: Professional Development
Dimension 4.4: School Community Involvement