1.
The best way to begin a lesson is by saying, "Open your books to page _______"
2.
Using lots of hands-on learning would be one of the best methods for teaching students.
3.
The most effective teachers enjoy a positive, friendly rapport with students.
4.
Effective teachers rely heavily on textbooks to guide instruction.
5.
The most effective teachers use lots of worksheets.
6.
Raising your voice in anger and frustration when dealing with students is an effective way to manage behavior.
7.
You should often allow students to work together to solve problems.
8.
You should allow for lots of structured student discussion during the learning process.
9.
The best location to deliver instruction is at the front of the room seated at your desk.
10.
Deal with student misbehavior in a private manner.
11.
An effective teacher will plan detailed lessons designed to maximize critical thinking, learning, and engagement.
12.
Often speak with students with sarcasm.
13.
Make tireless efforts to keep parents informed of student progress.
14.
An effective teacher will appear to love teaching, focus on student strengths, and do whatever it takes to help a student succeed.
15.
An effective teacher will walk into the building just a few steps ahead of the students.
16.
An effective teacher will plan for the upcoming day after dismissal.
17.
A conscientious teacher will contact the secretary as soon as he/she knows that he/she will be absent. The day/night before is always better than 7:30 AM.
18.
An effective teacher is in his/her doorway to supervise both the children at their lockers and the children in the classroom at both the start and end of the day.
19.
Wear whatever you feel looks good. This includes flip flops, low cut tops, tattoos showing, body piercings, etc.
20.
Effective teachers send home an introductory letter at the start of the school year. This letter outlines topics to be covered, classroom rules, grading expectations, and a preferred method of communication.
21.
Voice messages and email messages should be returned in a timely manner (ideally within 24 hours).
22.
Teachers have far too many other duties to worry about besides enforcing the uniform code.
23.
Morning faculty prayer is a means to connect with each other as a team as well as a way to model what it means to be a Christian by praying together.
24.
The proper heading for assignments should be used consistently throughout the building.
25.
Students should use cursive handwriting exclusively starting in grade 3.