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I feel much more confident in my teaching toolkit after going through these modules. So I rate myself a 9/10. I now have a clearer understanding of how to align learning objectives with clear rubrics, use formative assessments to adjust instruction on the fly, and give targeted feedback that helps students take ownership of their learning. I feel well prepared to build a positive classroom culture and guide student growth, though I know there is always room to keep refining my practice!

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Fabion Ricks

After completing this course, I would rate myself a 8.5 out of 10. One new skill I have gained is writing and day to day lessons are clearer and more organized. I also have a better understanding of breaking instruction into smaller parts, using gradual release, and checking for understanding before moving on. In PE, I can use assessments and closure activities to make sure students are learning the skill instead of just participating. I also learned how rubrics and rating scales can make performance expectations more clear and give students better feedback. Another important area of growth is understanding mental set, including with-it-ness and emotional objectivity when dealing with behavior. I would not rate myself a 10 because there is always room for improvement.

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At the beginning of the course, I rated myself a 6 out of 10. After learning new teaching strategies and gaining a better understanding of classroom management, assessments, rubrics, and student engagement, I would now rate myself an 8 out of 10. I feel much more confident and prepared to teach, but I also know there is always room to grow. This course has given me useful skills and knowledge that I can apply to my future PE classroom.

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I would rate myself an 8 out of 10 if I walked into a PE gym today to teach a lesson. I feel confident in my knowledge of physical education, especially when teaching conditioning, speed, effort, teamwork, and basic athletic movement. I have also learned that being effective is not only about knowing the activity, but also building rapport, giving clear directions, and keeping students engaged. The course emphasized that teachers should establish expectations, encourage participation, and model respect every day. I also think I do a good job connecting activities to things students already enjoy, such as sports and competition, which can make them more willing to participate. The course confirmed that connecting lessons to student interests can help build rapport and make students more comfortable taking risks and asking questions. I did not choose a 10 because I still want to improve managing different ability levels, explaining skills, and making sure every student is involved. Overall, I believe I would be effective today, but I also know there is always room to improve as a teacher.

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As an 8th-grade math teacher, I feel confident in my classroom management and my ability to break down math concepts so they actually click for my students. After a year in the classroom, I’ve definitely found my rhythm in delivering core lessons and keeping the class running smoothly. Revisiting my original 7/10 rating from the start of the course, I'm bumping it up to an 8/10 because the strategies I've explored here especially around structured formative assessments, objective rubric design, and intentional reteaching. Which have given me much sharper tools to ensure student mastery. I still know I have room to grow, but I feel far better equipped to eliminate grading bias, track real-time progress, and make sure every student is supported no matter where they start.

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Benjamin Fuhr 8/10

I gave myself an 8 based on my past T-TESS scores. They have gotten better but I am still having trouble making sure I reach the students on an individual level in a few areas. This is an area that I am striving to improve. I have also had trouble with remembering students' names, which again, is something I am slowing improving.

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Kimberly Perales 8/14 : I'd currently rate myself about a 6.0 based on that I'm just learning and beginning to develop my own teacher toolkit. I'm hopeful that after this class I'll be able to provide a more positive learning environment for my students while supporting their diverse learning needs. This can be tough whenever I have close to 30 in my classes without support. I am hoping to be able to create more clear objectives and instructions for them.

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At the beginning of this course, I rated myself a 7/10. Now after completing this course I rate myself a 9/10. I believe that my teaching toolkit has expanded to include great simple ideas to maintain a positive learning environment and promote success in students learning. I feel very prepared to step into the classroom and effectively manage students behaviors while successfully teaching content.

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If I were to walk into a classroom today today to teach a lesson I would rate myself a 8 out of 10. I have already been in the classroom for two years so I areas that I am strong in such as building rapport with the students. I am proficient in establishing safe accessible and efficient classroom. I have clear and effective routines and procedures. I am also proficient in managing behaviors and having clear expectations.

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At the beginning I rate myself 5, After taking the course and went over all these important topics, I feel I am now at 9, these information is really a great treasure for every teacher, I have better understanding on the lesson plan, assessments, and grading. I really enjoyed this course because I got a lot of new information for me. I took a lot of notes in my notebook which may become my reference in my teaching journey.

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I would evaluate my proficiency at a solid 7 out of 10 regarding the new skills and knowledge I have gained. Throughout the course, I have absorbed several valuable concepts that I am currently implementing in my teaching practice. My confidence as an educator has been enhanced by acquiring additional strategies to actively engage students and support diverse learning needs. I now feel better equipped to scaffold lessons effectively and utilize formative assessments to monitor student understanding, thereby fostering more meaningful learning experiences. Nonetheless, I acknowledge that there are areas for continued development, particularly in balancing independent student practice with appropriate scaffolding and ensuring timely feedback for all students, especially in larger classes.

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Based on my latest T-TESS End of Year evaluation, I rate my overall effectiveness in the classroom at an 8.5 out of 10. I earned Proficient ratings across the board and scored Accomplished in Classroom Environment, Routines, and Procedures, which reflects how smoothly my class runs and how well students follow established systems. I love keeping my science lessons hands on through simulations, station work, and gallery walks. I am always moving around the room to catch misunderstandings on the spot and push my students to hold themselves to high standards, such as answering in complete sentences. Outside of daily instruction, I stay on top of parent communication, collaborate closely with my team in CLCs, and actively look for ways to grow as an educator. The main thing keeping me from a 10 is that some students still rely on me for a quick nudge or extra clarification, so my big focus moving forward is giving them the tools to self direct and problem solve on their own.

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4/10

I don't think I would be very effective today because I don't have a lesson plan or any procedures for the kids made out. I have experience as a substitute teacher so I think I would be able to stand in front of the kids but I would have to ad-lib something to talk about. I think I could probably do that as I would ask the kids to talk about themselves and things they have read and also introduce myself. But I'm not sure how instructive that would be. I could probably come up with a bell ringer on the spot, though, so I think I could keep the kids occupied at least.

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When I first rated myself, I recognized that effective teaching requires more than language content. Maintaining student engagement and aligning instruction with state standards were areas I knew I needed to develop. This course gave me the framework and the language to actually begin to do that and more, such as understanding how the brain processes information, creating objectives that match the TEKS and pass the CAP test, building a lesson cycle that moves students from concrete to abstract thinking, backward planning, etc.

Today I raised my score to a 7 for two reasons. 1/ my classroom experience, while meaningful, was largely organic. 2/ I am aware that there’s a big difference between understanding these principles and applying them every day in a secondary classroom. However, I leave this course confident in the foundation that it helped me build.

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I believe if I were to teach a lesson right now, assuming appropriate preparation, I would give myself a 7/10. I believe my baseline knowledge of the subject would give me a higher floor, but my relative inexperience would still show at times.

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I feel more confident after taking this class and have taken away valuable lessons in classroom management, learning and thinking, effective instruction, lesson cycles, and assessment. There are so many tools provided to assist with all of these areas, and I plan on referring to the course material as needed when I become a teacher.

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If I walked into a classroom today, I would rate my teaching effectiveness at a strong 7 out of 10. My background in social work and solid foundation in core subject content give me the tools to build rapport quickly, establish an authoritative yet supportive environment, and manage dynamic student needs. While I feel well prepared to deliver engaging lessons and adapt to diverse learning styles, I recognize that true mastery comes with continuous, hands-on experience in the field. That remaining gap reflects the real time adjustments and deep familiarity with specific school routines that only develop over time. Overall, I am confident in my ability to step in, command the room, and facilitate a meaningful learning experience right from day one.

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7/10 This is all new to me, but I am organized, confident, resourceful, flexible, and have a good attitude.

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Before starting this course I would give myself a 6.5-7 out of 10 because of my work with students with disabilities, my work at historic sites for 4 years teaching school aged children and running summer camps, as well as working at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design in academic support, and getting my Master's in Public Policy emphasizing education policy. The 3-3.5 lacking are for classroom management and discipline and I hope to gain those skills on the job but have gained confidence in my ability to control a classroom since taking Foundations of Teaching.

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Coming in, I rated myself a 7 based on years of running band camp and starting kids from zero. After this course, I'd move myself up to an 8. My experience gave me strong instincts, but the course gave me the framework I was missing, writing clear objectives, planning a full lesson cycle, and building in intentional checks for understanding instead of just reading the room. I feel a lot more prepared to plan with purpose and manage a room of students working at different levels, which is exactly what I'm stepping into this fall. I wouldn't quite say 9 or 10 because I feel like this upcoming first year of me officially teaching will teach me a lot!

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ETP Histogram Instructions - Adding a Padlet Tile

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The pinned brown tiles are placeholders. To add your own tile:

1. Find the numbered placeholder tile and click the three dots → Duplicate. Or click the + button in the bottom-right corner to create a new tile.

2. Beginning of ETP: Use a green tile. Add your name and select your response.

3. Take a screenshot of your completed tile and upload it to the course. After your screenshot has been graded, your tile will be deleted.

4. End of ETP: Use a blue tile. Add your name and select your response.

5. Take a screenshot and upload it to the course. After your screenshot has been graded, your tile will be deleted.