InTASC Resources Standard 4: Content Knowledge pva

PVA

The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content.

Indicator 4.1.c

The teacher engages learners in applying methods of inquiry and standards of evidence used in the discipline.

Performance

Indicator 4.1.j

The teacher understands major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s) s/he teaches.

Essential Knowledge 

Indicator 4.1.r

The teacher is committed to work toward each learner's mastery of disciplinary content and skills.

Critical Dispositions