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Teachers demonstrate mastery of and pedagogical expertise in the content they teach.
I believe I am at a developing level for this standard. My strong background in photography enables me to teach the content with confidence, but I recognize the need to deepen my understanding of certain technical aspects, such as film processing and darkroom techniques. To improve, I plan to seek mentorship and additional resources to strengthen my expertise in these areas.
Artifacts & Rationale
Demonstrates my ability to design lessons that integrate both technical skills and creative problem-solving. The scavenger hunt required students to navigate their environment with a purposeful eye, applying photography principles such as framing and perspective. This artifact highlights my capacity to scaffold learning by introducing foundational concepts and building toward a collaborative final project in the form of a mosaic.
A testament to how effectively students could apply their learning. Joseph excelled in following instructions and utilized skills from the instructional video on improving photography techniques. His final image reflected an understanding of composition, lighting, and framing, showcasing his growth as a photographer.