Kiersten L. Hallquist  

understands historical and contemporary curricular and instructional issues and their implications for curriculum planning, design, implementation, and evaluation

understands fundamental psychological aspects of learning theory and their relationship to curriculum and instruction, particularly for emerging populations

understands local, state, and federal policies and mandates and implications for curriculum and assessment

understands and encourages use of multiple techniques for student assessment

uses research on curriculum and instruction to inform, justify, and select best practices related to the teaching and learning processes

understands diversity and it meaning for curriculum, instruction, and assessment

has knowledge of how to adapt, revise, or create new curriculum based on student interests, community needs, and new knowledge

assesses the organizational culture and climate in relationship to curriculum and instructional improvement

develops a comprehensive system of pedagogy that fosters access to a quality curriculum for all students, including students with disabilities, English language learners, gifted and talented, gender, and students who represent diverse cultures and socioeconomic levels

implements best practices related to learning communities, including staffing patterns, student grouping practices, facility design, and scheduling in support of desired student outcomes

uses technology and technology-based information systems to enrich the teaching and learning processes and curriculum access.

engages in activities that incorporates technologies in teaching and learning