Teacher+Reflection

=Teacher Discussion: K-8 Lesson Plans= **Reflection/Inquiry to Support Continuous Improvement/Renewal**

**Grades 6-8**
= Points to Ponder: Some Thoughts on the Reflection Process = **__LESSON REFLECTION__** Reflect on the lesson you have developed and rate the degree to which the lesson **//Strongly, Moderately//** or **//Weakly//** meets the criteria below.
 * **Lesson Activities:** || **Strongly** || **Moderately** || **Weakly** ||
 * Are challenging and require higher order thinking and problem solving skills ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Allow for student choice ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Provide scaffolding for acquiring targeted knowledge/skills ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Integrate global perspectives ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Integrate 21st century skills ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Provide opportunities for interdisciplinary connection and transfer of knowledge and skills ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Foster student use of technology as a tool to develop critical thinking, creativity and innovation skills ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Are varied to address different student learning styles and preferences ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Are differentiated based on student needs ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Are student-centered with teacher acting as a facilitator and co-learner during the teaching and learning process ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Provide means for students to demonstrate knowledge and skills and progress in meeting learning goals and objectives ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Provide opportunities for student reflection and self-assessment ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Provide data to inform and adjust instruction to better meet the varying needs of learners ||  ||   ||   ||