The NCBTS is a theoretical framework that defines the different dimensions of effective teaching, where effective teaching means being able to help all types of students learn the different goals in the curriculum.

                       

            The competency-based teacher standards are organized hierarchically. The “basic” level categories of the standards are seven domains. Under each domain are strands and at the lowest level of the hierarchical organization, under the strands are specific indicators.

Domain 1

Social Regard for Learning

 Acts as a positive role model for students

Domain 2

The Learning Environment

 Creates an environment that promotes fairness

 Makes the physical environment safe and conducive to learning

 Communicates higher learning expectations to each learner

 Establishes and maintains consistent standards of learners’ behavior

Domain 3

Diversity of Learners

 Is familiar with learner’s background knowledge and experiences

 Demonstrates concern for holistic development of learners

Domain 4

Curriculum

 Demonstrates mastery of the subject

Communicates clear learning goals for the lessons that are appropriate for learners

Makes good use of allotted instructional time

Selects teaching methods, learning activities, and instructional materials or resources appropriate to learners and aligned to the objectives of the lesson

Domain 5

Planning, Assessing and Reporting

 Communicates promptly and clearly to learners, parents, and superiors about progress of learners

Develops and uses a variety of appropriate assessment strategies to monitor and evaluate learning

Monitors regularly and provides feedback on learners’ understanding of content

Domain 6

Community Linkages

Establishes learning environments that respond to the aspirations of the community.

Domain 7

Personal Growth and Professional Development

 Takes pride in the nobility of teaching as a profession

Builds professional links with colleagues to enrich teaching practice

Reflects on the extent of the attainment of learning goals

 

By: Imelda S. Corpuz | Teacher II | Lamao National High School | Limay,Bataan