Purpose: 

Candidates analyze the learning environment using knowledge of human development and individual differences to provide learning opportunities for all

students.

Principles to be addressed:

Principle # 2: The educator understands how individuals learn and grow and provides learning opportunities that support intellectual, physical, social,

and emotional development.

Principle # 3: The educator understands how individuals and groups differ and creates equitable instructional opportunities that respond to the needs of

all students.

Principle # 5: The educator creates a classroom climate that encourages respect for self and others, positive social interaction and personal health and

safety.

Principle # 10: The educator understands conditions and actions, which would tend to discriminate against students on the basis of sex, race, color,

creed, age, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin, and takes proactive steps to address discrimination.

Required Documentaton:

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