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= Standard 6 Teachers communicate well. = The teacher uses effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques as well as instructional media and technology to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom. Evidence 1: Class Wiki Mrs. Schroeder's Science Wiki

Rationale 1: The class wiki that I created is one of the most helpful teaching tools I have ever used. I use the wiki to communicate with students both during the school day and outside school hours. Students who need more practice with concepts we have covered in class have the resources available on the wiki. On the other end, students who are advanced are able to work ahead and challenge themselves on the wiki. It is a great way to differentiate, using technology. The discussions that take place on the wiki are also very unthreatening for the students. It is a way for students to voice their thoughts in a nonverbal manner. My students search for information and ask their classmates for information, using both the wiki and the web resources attached to the wiki.

KSD 6.K.2 The teacher understands how cultural and gender differences can affect communication in the classroom. My science classes contain a large amount of ESL students. Many times, the cultural differences and language barriers affect their verbal communication in class. The wiki allows these students to communicate nonverbally, through discussions, on the class wiki.

6.S.5 The teacher knows how to use a variety of media communication tools, including audiovisual aids and computers, to enrich learning opportunities. The wiki is used to communicate ideas and concepts in a variety of ways. The students can view PowerPoints, interact on websites, view videos, and participate in discussions.

6.D.2 The teacher values many ways in which people seek to communicate and encourages many modes of communication in the classroom. The wiki is one of many modes for students to communicate with the students and me. Every student in my class is actively involved in communicating through the discussions on the wiki.