Core teaching concepts for educators.
Pedagogy
Method and practice of teaching.
Curriculum
Planned learning content and sequence.
Learning outcome
Measurable skill/knowledge students gain.
Scaffolding
Temporary support removed as competence grows.
Differentiation
Tailoring instruction to learner differences.
Formative assessment
Checks that guide teaching during learning.
Summative assessment
Evaluation of learning at the end.
Feedback
Information that helps improve performance.
Metacognition
Thinking about one's own thinking/learning.
Bloom's taxonomy
Framework of cognitive skill levels.
Inclusion
Ensuring all learners can participate meaningfully.
Classroom climate
Emotional/social atmosphere of the class.
Inquiry-based learning
Students investigate questions actively.
Mastery learning
Advance after demonstrating competence.