Student engagement is the focus of Component 3C of the Danielson Framework. Engagement refers to how intellectually active students are in the class. One way that teachers are able to maintain student engagement is by first creating a thorough lesson plan with a back-up plan to be used if necessary. The lesson plan should have a definite beginning, middle, and end. Activities and assignments should be connected to goals and outcomes so that students are aware of why they are learning the information and how it will be useful. Teachers must know that they have the necessary resources and materials before proceeding with the lesson. Lessons should be structured with scaffolds so that students can make connections with information they have already learned, and the pace should change to meet the needs of the students. When making groups of students, teachers should thoughtfully create the groups to promote engagement and participation of all members. Distinguished teachers monitor groups, but allow students to express ideas and take the lead at times.
References:
The Danielson Group. The Framework. Retrieved from http://www.danielsongroup.org/framework/
References:
The Danielson Group. The Framework. Retrieved from http://www.danielsongroup.org/framework/