Assignment Prompt & Instructions
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Appendix B
Lesson Plan Format
Lesson Title: Grade Level: Subject Area: Lesson Duration:
Lesson's Goal: (What do I want the students to come away with from this lesson?)
Objectives: (S.M.A.R.T. Objectives)
Standards : (What are the state {Florida}standards according to the grade level I will use
for this content?)
Pre-assessment: Teacher Materials/
Technology:
Student Materials/Technology:
Essential Question: Key Vocabulary:
Proactive Classroom Management Planning: (Describe your management plan to
ensure smooth transitions and prevent any potential behavior problems. Include how the students will be grouped.)
Instructional Procedures: (Indicate how you intend to sequence the activities in the lesson from initiation to closure, estimating the time necessary to complete each major component of the lesson.)
Lesson lead in/opening:
Core Activities: (include steps to deliver the lesson)
Differentiated Instruction: (ESOL/ESE/Gifted strategies)
Critical Thinking Strategy:
Guided Practice:
Independent Practice:
Lesson Closure:
Assessment: (Did the students learn based on the objectives? Describe the assessment.)
Follow-up Activities: (Are there any follow-
up activities to extend or refine the lesson taught?)
Reflections: (What aspects of the lesson were successful? What aspects of the lesson could be improved?)
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Appendix C
Assignment Rubrics
Assignment 1 Rubric
Instructional Strategies for Critical Thinking Rubric
Requirement Exceeds
Expectations
Meets
Expectations
Does Not Meet
Expectations
Strategies Identifies 3
strategies or
activities and
identifies how they
can be used to help
develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
4 points
Identifies 2
strategies or
activities and
identifies how they
can be used to help
develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
2-3 points
Identifies only
1strategy or activity
and identifies how
they can be used to
help develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
0-1 point
Use of
Strategies
Describes in detail
how strategies will
be used, including
the activity(s)
identified that will
utilize each strategy.
Includes how the
strategy will impact
learning.
4 points
Describes the
strategy use in
detail but does not
indicate the
activities that utilize
each strategy.
2-3 points
Does not describe
the activities that
will incorporate
each strategy.
0-1 point
Assessment Indicates how the
strategies will be
assessed to measure
candidate learning,
and uses a graphic
display of data (self-
generated data) to
give a picture of
progress over time.
4 points
Indicates how the
strategies will be
assessed to
measure candidate
learning, but does
not use a graphic
display of data
(self-generated
data) to give a
picture of progress
over time.
2-3 points
Does not indicate
how strategies will
be assessed for
effectiveness.
0-1 point
References Provides 3
professional
references relating
to the strategies
identified
4 points
Provides 2
professional
references relating
to the strategies
identified
2-3 points
Provides only 1
professional
reference relating to
the strategies
identified
0-1 point
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Assignment 3
This assignment will provide the candidate with an opportunity to explore a variety of instructional and assessment practices and techniques. Begin with an introduction and end with a conclusion.
Important substantive content should not be sacrificed for the sake of brevity. The activity log will be evaluated on content and writing style. Outlines and lists are not recommended, except where necessary. In the case of discussions, students are expected to provide a concise summary of the most important points or information. Students should follow rules of Standard English grammar, spelling, and syntax, and adhere to guidelines specified in the APA manual. Save the assignment with the file name in the following format:
Assessment Activities
1. Standardized test analysis: Given an example of your state's standardized test scores or using your own students' test scores, identify the needs of your students and suggest THREE strategies to improve student achievement. Follow all confidentiality rules and mandates.
2. Pre/posttest data analysis: Design a pre-test and a post-test. Administer the pre-test to your students. Write a short analysis stating where you were successful in teaching the topics and where students need support and re-teaching. Explain how you came to this conclusion. Suggest strategies to improve student achievement.
3. Select a specific student population (e.g. gifted, learning disabled, ESL). Identify a unit of study (content) and describe THREE ways you will differentiate the curriculum, including the alternative performance assessment strategies, that you will use for this student population.
4. Write TWO S.M.A.R.T. objectives and identify the corresponding state standards. Analyze and identify each objective in terms of the level of Bloom's Taxonomy. Then, write TWO test items for each objective addressing the identified level of Bloom's Taxonomy. For example, an objective written on the "analysis" level of Bloom's Taxonomy must include two test items that speak to that particular level.
5. Describe how each of the following can be used effectively in instruction and assessment:
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| — | — |
| a) Use of Technology | f) Use of Reflective Practices |
| b) Use of Questioning | g) Understanding of ESOL Students |
| c) Use of Cooperative learning | h) Understanding of Diversity |
| d) Understanding of Students with Special Needs | i) Use of Rubrics |
| e) Use of Standards and Benchmarks | j) Understanding of FCAT expectations |
Use the title page that is provided in Appendix A in this syllabus. See the grading rubric for this assignment in Appendix C of this syllabus.
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Assignment 3
This assignment will provide the candidate with an opportunity to explore a variety of instructional and assessment practices and techniques. Begin with an introduction and end with a conclusion.
Important substantive content should not be sacrificed for the sake of brevity. The activity log will be evaluated on content and writing style. Outlines and lists are not recommended, except where necessary. In the case of discussions, students are expected to provide a concise summary of the most important points or information. Students should follow rules of Standard English grammar, spelling, and syntax, and adhere to guidelines specified in the APA manual. Save the assignment with the file name in the following format:
Assessment Activities
1. Standardized test analysis: Given an example of your state's standardized test scores or using your own students' test scores, identify the needs of your students and suggest THREE strategies to improve student achievement. Follow all confidentiality rules and mandates.
2. Pre/posttest data analysis: Design a pre-test and a post-test. Administer the pre-test to your students. Write a short analysis stating where you were successful in teaching the topics and where students need support and re-teaching. Explain how you came to this conclusion. Suggest strategies to improve student achievement.
3. Select a specific student population (e.g. gifted, learning disabled, ESL). Identify a unit of study (content) and describe THREE ways you will differentiate the curriculum, including the alternative performance assessment strategies, that you will use for this student population.
4. Write TWO S.M.A.R.T. objectives and identify the corresponding state standards. Analyze and identify each objective in terms of the level of Bloom's Taxonomy. Then, write TWO test items for each objective addressing the identified level of Bloom's Taxonomy. For example, an objective written on the "analysis" level of Bloom's Taxonomy must include two test items that speak to that particular level.
5. Describe how each of the following can be used effectively in instruction and assessment:
| | |
| — | — |
| a) Use of Technology | f) Use of Reflective Practices |
| b) Use of Questioning | g) Understanding of ESOL Students |
| c) Use of Cooperative learning | h) Understanding of Diversity |
| d) Understanding of Students with Special Needs | i) Use of Rubrics |
| e) Use of Standards and Benchmarks | j) Understanding of FCAT expectations |
Use the title page that is provided in Appendix A in this syllabus. See the grading rubric for this assignment in Appendix C of this syllabus.
**## Appendix.pdf**
Appendix B
Lesson Plan Format
Lesson Title: Grade Level: Subject Area: Lesson Duration:
Lesson's Goal: (What do I want the students to come away with from this lesson?)
Objectives: (S.M.A.R.T. Objectives)
Standards : (What are the state {Florida}standards according to the grade level I will use
for this content?)
Pre-assessment: Teacher Materials/
Technology:
Student Materials/Technology:
Essential Question: Key Vocabulary:
Proactive Classroom Management Planning: (Describe your management plan to
ensure smooth transitions and prevent any potential behavior problems. Include how the students will be grouped.)
Instructional Procedures: (Indicate how you intend to sequence the activities in the lesson from initiation to closure, estimating the time necessary to complete each major component of the lesson.)
Lesson lead in/opening:
Core Activities: (include steps to deliver the lesson)
Differentiated Instruction: (ESOL/ESE/Gifted strategies)
Critical Thinking Strategy:
Guided Practice:
Independent Practice:
Lesson Closure:
Assessment: (Did the students learn based on the objectives? Describe the assessment.)
Follow-up Activities: (Are there any follow-
up activities to extend or refine the lesson taught?)
Reflections: (What aspects of the lesson were successful? What aspects of the lesson could be improved?)
Generated: 4/8/2025 Page 13 of 16
Appendix C
Assignment Rubrics
Assignment 1 Rubric
Instructional Strategies for Critical Thinking Rubric
Requirement Exceeds
Expectations
Meets
Expectations
Does Not Meet
Expectations
Strategies Identifies 3
strategies or
activities and
identifies how they
can be used to help
develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
4 points
Identifies 2
strategies or
activities and
identifies how they
can be used to help
develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
2-3 points
Identifies only
1strategy or activity
and identifies how
they can be used to
help develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
0-1 point
Use of
Strategies
Describes in detail
how strategies will
be used, including
the activity(s)
identified that will
utilize each strategy.
Includes how the
strategy will impact
learning.
4 points
Describes the
strategy use in
detail but does not
indicate the
activities that utilize
each strategy.
2-3 points
Does not describe
the activities that
will incorporate
each strategy.
0-1 point
Assessment Indicates how the
strategies will be
assessed to measure
candidate learning,
and uses a graphic
display of data (self-
generated data) to
give a picture of
progress over time.
4 points
Indicates how the
strategies will be
assessed to
measure candidate
learning, but does
not use a graphic
display of data
(self-generated
data) to give a
picture of progress
over time.
2-3 points
Does not indicate
how strategies will
be assessed for
effectiveness.
0-1 point
References Provides 3
professional
references relating
to the strategies
identified
4 points
Provides 2
professional
references relating
to the strategies
identified
2-3 points
Provides only 1
professional
reference relating to
the strategies
identified
0-1 point
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**## Assignment3.docx**
Assignment 3
This assignment will provide the candidate with an opportunity to explore a variety of instructional and assessment practices and techniques. Begin with an introduction and end with a conclusion.
Important substantive content should not be sacrificed for the sake of brevity. The activity log will be evaluated on content and writing style. Outlines and lists are not recommended, except where necessary. In the case of discussions, students are expected to provide a concise summary of the most important points or information. Students should follow rules of Standard English grammar, spelling, and syntax, and adhere to guidelines specified in the APA manual. Save the assignment with the file name in the following format:
Assessment Activities
1. Standardized test analysis: Given an example of your state's standardized test scores or using your own students' test scores, identify the needs of your students and suggest THREE strategies to improve student achievement. Follow all confidentiality rules and mandates.
2. Pre/posttest data analysis: Design a pre-test and a post-test. Administer the pre-test to your students. Write a short analysis stating where you were successful in teaching the topics and where students need support and re-teaching. Explain how you came to this conclusion. Suggest strategies to improve student achievement.
3. Select a specific student population (e.g. gifted, learning disabled, ESL). Identify a unit of study (content) and describe THREE ways you will differentiate the curriculum, including the alternative performance assessment strategies, that you will use for this student population.
4. Write TWO S.M.A.R.T. objectives and identify the corresponding state standards. Analyze and identify each objective in terms of the level of Bloom's Taxonomy. Then, write TWO test items for each objective addressing the identified level of Bloom's Taxonomy. For example, an objective written on the "analysis" level of Bloom's Taxonomy must include two test items that speak to that particular level.
5. Describe how each of the following can be used effectively in instruction and assessment:
| | |
| — | — |
| a) Use of Technology | f) Use of Reflective Practices |
| b) Use of Questioning | g) Understanding of ESOL Students |
| c) Use of Cooperative learning | h) Understanding of Diversity |
| d) Understanding of Students with Special Needs | i) Use of Rubrics |
| e) Use of Standards and Benchmarks | j) Understanding of FCAT expectations |
Use the title page that is provided in Appendix A in this syllabus. See the grading rubric for this assignment in Appendix C of this syllabus.
**## Appendix.pdf**
Appendix B
Lesson Plan Format
Lesson Title: Grade Level: Subject Area: Lesson Duration:
Lesson's Goal: (What do I want the students to come away with from this lesson?)
Objectives: (S.M.A.R.T. Objectives)
Standards : (What are the state {Florida}standards according to the grade level I will use
for this content?)
Pre-assessment: Teacher Materials/
Technology:
Student Materials/Technology:
Essential Question: Key Vocabulary:
Proactive Classroom Management Planning: (Describe your management plan to
ensure smooth transitions and prevent any potential behavior problems. Include how the students will be grouped.)
Instructional Procedures: (Indicate how you intend to sequence the activities in the lesson from initiation to closure, estimating the time necessary to complete each major component of the lesson.)
Lesson lead in/opening:
Core Activities: (include steps to deliver the lesson)
Differentiated Instruction: (ESOL/ESE/Gifted strategies)
Critical Thinking Strategy:
Guided Practice:
Independent Practice:
Lesson Closure:
Assessment: (Did the students learn based on the objectives? Describe the assessment.)
Follow-up Activities: (Are there any follow-
up activities to extend or refine the lesson taught?)
Reflections: (What aspects of the lesson were successful? What aspects of the lesson could be improved?)
Generated: 4/8/2025 Page 13 of 16
Appendix C
Assignment Rubrics
Assignment 1 Rubric
Instructional Strategies for Critical Thinking Rubric
Requirement Exceeds
Expectations
Meets
Expectations
Does Not Meet
Expectations
Strategies Identifies 3
strategies or
activities and
identifies how they
can be used to help
develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
4 points
Identifies 2
strategies or
activities and
identifies how they
can be used to help
develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
2-3 points
Identifies only
1strategy or activity
and identifies how
they can be used to
help develop critical
thinking/problem
solving skills
0-1 point
Use of
Strategies
Describes in detail
how strategies will
be used, including
the activity(s)
identified that will
utilize each strategy.
Includes how the
strategy will impact
learning.
4 points
Describes the
strategy use in
detail but does not
indicate the
activities that utilize
each strategy.
2-3 points
Does not describe
the activities that
will incorporate
each strategy.
0-1 point
Assessment Indicates how the
strategies will be
assessed to measure
candidate learning,
and uses a graphic
display of data (self-
generated data) to
give a picture of
progress over time.
4 points
Indicates how the
strategies will be
assessed to
measure candidate
learning, but does
not use a graphic
display of data
(self-generated
data) to give a
picture of progress
over time.
2-3 points
Does not indicate
how strategies will
be assessed for
effectiveness.
0-1 point
References Provides 3
professional
references relating
to the strategies
identified
4 points
Provides 2
professional
references relating
to the strategies
identified
2-3 points
Provides only 1
professional
reference relating to
the strategies
identified
0-1 point
Generated: 4/8/2025 Page 14 of 16
**## Assignment3.docx**
Assignment 3
This assignment will provide the candidate with an opportunity to explore a variety of instructional and assessment practices and techniques. Begin with an introduction and end with a conclusion.
Important substantive content should not be sacrificed for the sake of brevity. The activity log will be evaluated on content and writing style. Outlines and lists are not recommended, except where necessary. In the case of discussions, students are expected to provide a concise summary of the most important points or information. Students should follow rules of Standard English grammar, spelling, and syntax, and adhere to guidelines specified in the APA manual. Save the assignment with the file name in the following format:
Assessment Activities
1. Standardized test analysis: Given an example of your state's standardized test scores or using your own students' test scores, identify the needs of your students and suggest THREE strategies to improve student achievement. Follow all confidentiality rules and mandates.
2. Pre/posttest data analysis: Design a pre-test and a post-test. Administer the pre-test to your students. Write a short analysis stating where you were successful in teaching the topics and where students need support and re-teaching. Explain how you came to this conclusion. Suggest strategies to improve student achievement.
3. Select a specific student population (e.g. gifted, learning disabled, ESL). Identify a unit of study (content) and describe THREE ways you will differentiate the curriculum, including the alternative performance assessment strategies, that you will use for this student population.
4. Write TWO S.M.A.R.T. objectives and identify the corresponding state standards. Analyze and identify each objective in terms of the level of Bloom's Taxonomy. Then, write TWO test items for each objective addressing the identified level of Bloom's Taxonomy. For example, an objective written on the "analysis" level of Bloom's Taxonomy must include two test items that speak to that particular level.
5. Describe how each of the following can be used effectively in instruction and assessment:
| | |
| — | — |
| a) Use of Technology | f) Use of Reflective Practices |
| b) Use of Questioning | g) Understanding of ESOL Students |
| c) Use of Cooperative learning | h) Understanding of Diversity |
| d) Understanding of Students with Special Needs | i) Use of Rubrics |
| e) Use of Standards and Benchmarks | j) Understanding of FCAT expectations |
Use the title page that is provided in Appendix A in this syllabus. See the grading rubric for this assignment in Appendix C of this syllabus.
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