Standard Number Eight Summary

Standard number eight although similar to standard number seven works to highlight the importance it is for the educator to be aware of their students. By taking into consideration the students, the instructor is able to develop instructional strategies that help develop student’s skills. However, the instructor must also take into consideration that not all students learn the same way, while some learn better visually others learn audibly, and others hands on.

In the article by Mimi Miller and Nancy Veatch, they describe the importance of instructional strategies and their role in helping student master skills. “Nancy engages in assessment and reflection so that she can intentionally plan which instructional strategies to use. Mindful of