Two articles below have the same headline List of Core Competencies for Educators. Do you think the list of competencies will be the same? Prove your idea.

 

5.2. Read the articles.Then look at the list below of words and expressions from the articles. With a group, write definitions of each one. Then explain them to someone from a different group, as if you were explaining them to students. Would you explain them just by using the definitions or in some other way?

List of Core Competencies for Educators by Alicia Anthony, Demand Media   The best teachers possess a range of educational proficiencies. Teachers are expected to be competent in several key areas to be considered effective teachers. According to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, teachers are expected to demonstrate competency in five core areas. These five competencies are the basis by which teacher effectiveness typically is measured. Commitment Educators who are dedicated to their students qualify as an asset to any school. To be a good teacher, you must understand and appreciate the challenges faced by students and be willing to go the extra mile to help them reach their potential. Only teachers who are committed to their careers can make a true difference in the lives of their students. Knowledge of Subject Areas Good teacher education is essential for educators to gain the base of knowledge they need to teach their subjects. Both teaching pedagogy (the method and practice of teaching) and content-area knowledge is expected. Teachers who know and love the subject matter they teach are often more effective instructors. It is important for educators to stay up to date on new teaching concepts as well as specific subject-area knowledge. Classroom Management Classroom management is a skill set that often improves with experience. However, the ability to bond with students and foster an environment of mutual respect within the classroom is the first step to a well-managed classroom. Fairness and consistency go a long way in dealing with everyday classroom-management issues. Creative Thinking Teachers who possess the ability to think creatively qualify as an asset in their schools. These teachers are able to differentiate instruction to better meet the needs of individual students and are able to handle the ever-changing tide of educational regulations with ease. These teachers are often assets to their team members and sources of innovative information and ideas. Leadership Educators are expected to show leadership within their schools as well as their communities. Teachers may be expected to organize head committees as well as foster relationships with parents and community members. Such leadership helps schools gain funding and support for educational initiatives. Educators should possess the ability to demonstrate effective leadership qualities both in and outside of the classroom. http://work.chron.com/list-core-competencies-educators-

 

List of Core Competencies for Educators by Stacy Zeiger, Demand Media   Skilled teachers can work with nearly any student. Being a teacher at any level requires a significant amount of knowledge and skill. Paying attention to the core competencies for educators helps to ensure that all teachers and others who work in education are prepared to make school a positive experience for students and their families. Interacting with Students Educators must be able to positively interact with all students. This includes difficult students, students who work below grade-level and students whose personalities just grate on a teacher. Teachers must put aside their prejudices and feelings in order to treat all students with respect, provide them with equal opportunities for learning and make them feel confident. Create a Learning Environment Creating a safe learning environment that is conducive to learning is essential. Educators must set high expectations for student performance and behavior. All rules must be enforced consistently and fairly. Students should not have to worry about being bullied in the classroom and should feel comfortable when speaking up. Good at Lesson Plan Design All educators must be capable of designing lesson plans to meet student needs and cover the standards. This requires knowing how to choose and create instructional materials to accommodate students at different levels. It also requires creating a scope and sequence that provides students with enough time to master the standards. Able to Employ Varied Teaching Strategies Best practices and other appropriate teaching strategies allow competent educators to effectively teach the curriculum. Competent educators may lecture, but they also incorporate a variety of strategies, including non-traditional teaching strategies, to help students with multiple learning styles learn and stay engaged. Educators also attend regular professional development sessions to learn new strategies and the latest best practices. Use Assessments Well Educators must design or select and administer effective assessments. An assessment must accurately measure what has been taught and what students have learned. Competent educators combine informal and formal assessment techniques to monitor student performance. They also incorporate technology, portfolios and other creative methods to assess students. Able to Identify Student Needs Being able to identify and address student needs is a crucial component of an educator's job. This is done by partly using formal and informal assessments to help guide instruction. However, it also involves getting to know students beyond an instructional level, learning about their interests, recognizing changes in mood and making sure students are mentally and emotionally focused on learning. Good at Communication Communicating effectively with parents and other stakeholders in a child's education is a key component of an educator's job. A quality educator provides regular updates on a child's progress and immediately addresses any concerns that may arise. The educator also knows how to calmly discuss issues with difficult parents and how to come to decisions that have the best interests of the child in mind. Able to Collaborate Educators must be able to collaborate with other teachers and school staff. Teachers can learn from one another and grow into better teachers through collaboration. They can also collaborate to make the school a safe, effective learning environment for all students and to improve the overall image of the school and the instruction that takes place there. Maintaining a Professional Appearance Being an educator requires maintaining a professional appearance at all times. This includes dressing appropriately and acting professionally. Educators often serve as role models for students. Actions such as using foul language, gossiping about teachers and students or dressing inappropriately can cause students to lose respect for an educator. Demonstrating a Commitment to the Profession Educators must make a commitment to education and professional development. Subject matter knowledge fades, teaching strategies change and new research is always modifying the way students learn and teachers teach. By furthering their education and taking part in professional development sessions, educators can continue to improve the quality of the education they provide. http://work.chron.com/list-core-competencies-educators-8916.html