Outside Resources

Outside resources can be assisted in different ways in the classroom. These include articles and other reading materials that can accommodate students with reading levels or use of websites to provide extra practice and review. An artifact or actions to illustrate proficiency in demonstrating knowledge of resources could entail speakers used in the classroom, supplemental materials to provide or recommend for students such as peer-tutoring after-school, or explanations of how able to use aids or specialists in the classroom. These artifacts can be changed or modified periodically through the students’ needs. Finding a balance of reading supplements and engaging programs can be valuable and allow students to share information with guardians at home. Students learning about knowledge of resources can guide the teacher to use her skills in understanding the resources available and provides the schools with some additional materials. Danielson mentions “knowledge of resources to assist student is part of every teacher’s responsibility. Students’ full potential can be realized only if their teachers are aware of what is available” (pg. 55). Resources in the classroom can be distinguished through the use by the students and provide non-instruction assistance to students. Resources used in

Wimmer (2012) states “the power that students possess in helping teachers think about not only the importance of new literacies in learning content, but also the essential role new literacies play in the students’ current and future lives” (2012). Setting aside useful and engaging resources in the classroom can allow students to practice and review struggling or improve in given concept or skill. Teachers should have knowledge of different resources to supplement in their