Key Characteristic 3: Engagement of Learning

STANDARD # 21

Instruction is characterized by high expectations and learner-centered practices.

Elements

Learners engage in instructional activities, experiences, and interactions based on their individual needs and interests.
Professional staff members deliver instruction designed for learners to reach their potential.

Evidence

Evidence 1: Syllabus overview (https://www.mntamilschool.org/mnts-syllabus-overview/) leverages NCSSFL standard based can-do statements are inherently learner centered. As part of creative speaking and writing exercises, students are challenged and expected to demonstrate their creativity by presenting their self, personal activities, interests and opinions as part of real-world scenario interactions.

Evidence 2: Assessment methodology (https://www.mntamilschool.org/grading/) describes the progression on the assessments. Having rubrics as EE (Exceed Expectations), MS (Meeting expectations strongly), MM (Meeting expectations minimally) and D (Does not meet expectations) instead of absolute percentage, clearly highlights the skill area requiring improvements. This provides a strong framework for offering a consistent and relatable assessments as a regular exercise.

Evidence 3: Parents-teachers conference (https://www.mntamilschool.org/parent-handbook/) describes how parents teachers conference is used as a powerful tool for feedback. This medium is used for teachers to share the proficiency levels of the students and for the Parents to share the feedback on the curriculum, instruction methodology, tools and process. This way the Parents and Students actively engage in refining the learning curriculum and instructional methodology.