The document provides guidance for educators on organizing their classroom and teaching plans. It emphasizes the importance of preparation, understanding students, and creating a positive learning environment. Key points include: 1) Educators should focus on organization, preparation, and creating a dynamic learning environment to facilitate student learning. This involves knowing the subject matter, identifying necessary materials, and setting the tone on the first day. 2) Understanding individual students through profiles and discussions helps tailor instruction and promote motivation. Student files must be kept private according to regulations. 3) The physical classroom environment, seating, lighting, supplies and accessibility impact the learning experience. Color, bulletin boards and limiting distractions can make the room more engaging.

2. The educator of the 21st century is known as a facilitator, not a teacher.

3. Key: Create a positive learning environment that will provide a pathway to career success.

5. Must identify materials and equipment necessary for learning.

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11. Create a Record of Student Progress. This includes attendance, participation, professionalism, and withdraw dates.

12. Document Student Discussions.

14. Activity Directions Create a Student Profile questionnaire. Type up your questionnaire, print it, and keep it in your Learning Binder. If you need help, look on the internet for examples. Remember that this is a tool to help the educator understand each student. All information gathered should be kept confidential. There is an excellent example on Page 36 in your Milady Course Book.

19. Consider the following:

20. Age- By facilitating learning that involves different age groups, you will better prepare graduates for workforce.

21. Gender- Male students tend to keep speaking when interrupted until their point is made. Female students are less likely to reenter class discussion.

22. Ethnicity- May influence how the student perceives and learn information.

24. Be prepared!Seating Lighting/Shadows from Windows Audiovisual Aids Heating and Cooling Room Temperature Acoustics

28. Such requirements are set forth by: the institution, the state regulatory agency, and by the accrediting body.

30. Accurately track attendance daily.