A teacher interprets the instructional outcomes into learning experiences for students by designing coherent instruction. A teacher's skill is determined through their knowledge of the content, their students, and resources all combined together to create a well-designed instructional plan to meet the diverse needs of their learners. Designing coherent instruction is possibly the most critical step in providing students with a quality education. The coherence of a lesson is related to the sequence - ensuring the sequence of activities is logical and progresses from a basic level to a more complex skill level. This sequencing should also include ample time for students to not feel rushed and be given time to reflect on their learning. A teacher skilled in this area is well-versed in providing a variety of activities to ensure differentiation within the lesson is taking place for their students.
Resources specific to Designing Coherent Instruction (Component 1E):
Gr. 3 Teacher Blog - Third Grades a Hoot
http://3rdgradesahoot.blogspot.com/2011/07/bucket-fillers-freebie.html
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Gr. 3 Teacher blog
http://littlestlearners.blogspot.com/2010/04/title-featured-friday_30.html
Knowing the Learner wiki
https://hcpssnewteacher.wikispaces.hcpss.org/Knowing+Your+Learners
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