USC Upstate School of Education

Social Studies Directed Teaching
ADEPT Summative Evaluation

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Using a scale of 1 to 4 with 1 being Unsatisfactory and 4 being Exemplary, please rate the teacher candidate on the following (please reference the rubric on the previous webpage if necessary):

  1 (Unsatisfactory)   2 (Satisfactory)    3 (More than Satisfactory)    4 (Exemplary)

INDICATOR: Rating:
Content - ADEPT Domain II  
1.  Knows, understands, and teaches with accuracy and thoroughness major concepts and principles of social studies.   
2.  Adapts socials studies content to the student’s level of understanding. 

3.  Knows how to design and implement social studies instruction using NCSS Themes (I-X) and SC Content Standards:

I.     Culture & Cultural Diversity

 

II.    Time Continuity and Change 

III.   People, Places, & Environments 

IV.   Individual Human Development & Identity

V.    Individuals, Groups, & Institutions 

VI.   Power, Authority, & Governance

VII.  Production, Distribution, & Consumption

VIII. Science, Technology & Society 

IX.   Global Connections & Interdependence

X.    Civic Ideals & Practices

4. Effectively utilizes instructional technology in teaching social studies. 
High Expectations for Learners - ADEPT Domain II  
5. Addresses multiple dimensions of student personal, social, and intellectual development. 
6. Addresses student needs and differences when planning & teaching social studies. 
Instructional Strategies - ADEPT Domain II  
7. Effectively uses multiple teaching strategies to teach social studies.
8. Demonstrates effective oral & written communication.
9. Recognizes and addresses student errors made in social studies skills & content.
10. Adapts social studies content and methods to the student's level of understanding.
11. Models & acknowledges effective problem-solving strategies & inquiry-based thinking.
12. Facilitates active learning & collaborative/cooperative learning & supportive interactions.
13. Relates social studies to the lives, needs, & interests of students.
Classroom Environment - ADEPT Domain III  
14. Creates enthusiasm & motivation for learning social studies.  
15. Effectively organizes, manages, & teaches diverse student groups.
16. Creates an effective environment for learning social studies.
17. Uses instructional time effectively & efficiently.
18. Facilitates & maintains a safe learning environment.
Planning - ADEPT Domain I
19. Effectively plans & implements long-range and daily social studies instruction.
20. Bases social studies instruction on NCSS Themes & SC Content Standards.  
21. As appropriate, uses community & other resources to facilitate learning of social studies.
Assessment - ADEPT Domains I and II  
22. Aligns goals, objectives, learning experiences, materials, & assessments.  
23. Uses a variety of assessments, including authentic assessments.
24. Plans and makes changes in instruction based on assessment data.
25. Maintains accurate & complete student records; safeguards student privacy.
26. Provides appropriate and timely feedback to students on assessments.
Personal & Professional Development - ADEPT Domain IV
27. Engages in reflective teaching practice.
28. Demonstrates professional growth & development.
29. Interacts well with colleagues & others.
30. Builds relationships to support students & their well-being.

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