We have selected just ten characteristics of a terrific teacher. But some we suspect are far more important than others. Let's see if you and your classmates agree. Rate each characteristic on a scale from 1 (of little importance) to 5 (of great importance).

Source: Kenneth D. Peterson, Ph.D. (Portland State University, Portland OR) http://www.teacherevaluation.net/index.html

1		Information and skills are modeled, and are appropriate for the group and materials to learn the content are available.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
2		Time is allocated for learning the content with practice time provided.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
3		Students know what is expected of them, why they are doing what they do, and how well they are doing.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
4		Feedback from teacher is focused and correctly used.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
5		Student rehearsal, successful performance, and review are apparent.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
6		Rules and logistics are tied to work and learning.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
7		Teacher is motivating, uses warmth and humor.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
8		The opportunity to learn is applied equitably to all students.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
9		The domains and levels of learning are evident.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance
10		Time is well-used.
			A)	1 -- of little importance
			B)	2
			C)	3
			D)	4
			E)	5 -- of great importance