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| Principle 1 | understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches. |
| Principle 2 | understands how children learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support their development. |
| Principle 3 | understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners. |
| Principle 4 | understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students' development. |
| Principle 5 | uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. |
| Principle 6 | uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques. |
| Principle 7 | plans instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals. |
| Principle 8 | understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate the learner. |
| Principle 9 | is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his/her choices and actions on others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally. |
| Principle 10 | fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community. |
