What is component 1D? Demonstrating knowledge of resources simply means the teacher shows that they understand what resources are used for what type of activity. The teacher uses the resources available to them in a proper and professional way that best serves the students. There are three elements to this component; resources for classroom use, for students, and to extend content knowledge and pedagogy. This component includes resources the teacher uses in class and the resources provided for the students outside of class. Demonstrating knowledge of resources is essential because the students will benefit most when the teacher knows how to properly use resources. When teachers work to provide proper information to the students by utilizing resources, the learning time will be maximized.
How can it be implemented in the classroom? When teachers are conducting lessons that include materials, it is important that they have the materials easily accessible. Before starting a lesson, having the materials gathered and ready to pass out so very little instructional time is lost. The materials and resources used for lessons must be useful for that specific lesson. Using base ten blocks in reading class would not typically be useful, and therefore would be a misuse of materials and resources. A proper way of taking advantage of resources would be a science teacher keeping up on the newest research so he/she can present accurate and current information to the students in case the book is out of date. Another way to implement this is in the classroom is in a 3rd grade math lesson on units, the teacher could use manipulatives that fit together into a whole while also being split into equal fractions. Hands-on manipulatives really help students to see the fractions in real life. Utilizing resources in a professional manner and connecting them to the lesson helps students to understand the lesson in a different way than just writing it down.
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