Correlation between the Rhode Island Beginning Teacher Standards (RIDE), the INTASC Standards, and the NBPTS Standards

Correlation between the Rhode Island Beginning Teacher Standards (RIDE), the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium Standards (INTASC), and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).

RIDE STANDARDS	INTASC STANDARDS	NBPTS STANDARDS

1. Teachers create learning experiences using a broad base of general knowledge that reflects an understanding of the nature of the world in which we live.	1. Knowledge of Subject Matter. The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structure of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students.	III. Knowledge of Library and Information Studies. Accomplished library media specialists know the principles of library and information studies needed to create effective, integrated library media programs.
2. Teachers create learning experiences that reflect an understanding of central concepts, structures, and tools of inquiry of the disciplines they teach.	1. Knowledge of Subject Matter. The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structure of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students.	III. Knowledge of Library and Information Studies. Accomplished library media specialists know the principles of library and information studies needed to create effective, integrated library media programs. V. Leading Innovation through the Library Media Program. Accomplished library media specialists lead in providing equitable access to and effective use of technologies and innovations.
3. Teachers create instructional opportunities that reflect an understanding of how children learn and develop.	2. Knowledge of Human Development and Learning. The teacher understands how children learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development.	I. Knowledge of Learners. Accomplished library media specialists have knowledge of learning styles and of human growth and development. II. Knowledge of Teaching and Learning. Accomplished library media specialists know the principles of teaching and learning that contribute to an active learning environment.
4. Teachers create instructional opportunities that reflect a respect for the diversity of learners and an understanding of how students differ in their approaches to learning.	3. Adapting Instruction for Individual Needs. The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners. 7. Instructional Planning Skills. The teacher plans instruction based on knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals.	IV. Integrating Instruction. Accomplished library media specialists integrate information literacy through collaboration, planning, implementation, and assessment of learning. IX. Ethics, Equity, and Diversity. Accomplished library media specialists uphold professional ethics and promote equity and diversity.
5. Teachers create instructional opportunities to encourage students’ development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.	4. Multiple Instructional Strategies. The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students’ development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.	VI. Administering the Library Media Program. Accomplished library media specialists plan, develop, implement, manage, and evaluate library media programs to ensure that students and staff use ideas and information effectively.
6. Teachers create a learning environment that encourages appropriate standards of behavior, positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.	5. Classroom Motivation and Management Skills. The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.	II. Knowledge of Teaching and Learning. Accomplished library media specialists know the principles of teaching and learning that contribute to an active learning environment.
7. Teachers foster collaborative relationships with colleagues and families to support students’ learning.	10. Partnerships. The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the greater community to support students’ learning and well-being.	X. Leadership, Advocacy, and Community Partnerships. Accomplished library media specialists advocate for the library media program, involving the greater community.
8. Teachers use effective communication as the vehicle through which students explore, conjecture, discuss, and investigate new ideas.	6. Communication Skills. The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.	IV. Integrating Instruction. Accomplished library media specialists integrate information literacy through collaboration, planning, implementation, and assessment of learning.
9. Teachers use a variety of formal and informal assessment strategies to support the continuous development of the learner.	8. Assessment of Student Learning. The teacher understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to measure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the learner.	IV. Integrating Instruction. Accomplished library media specialists integrate information literacy through collaboration, planning, implementation, and assessment of learning.
10. Teachers reflect on their practice and assume responsibility for their own professional development by actively seeking opportunities to learn and grow as professionals.	9. Professional Commitment and Responsibility. The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his or her choices and actions on others (students, parents, and other professionals in the learning community), and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.	VII. Reflective Practice. Accomplished library media specialists engage in reflective practice to increase their effectiveness. VIII. Professional Growth. Accomplished library media specialists model a strong commitment to lifelong learning and to their profession.
11. Teachers maintain professional standards guided by legal and ethical principles.	Professional Ethical Behavior.	IX. Ethics, Equity, and Diversity. Accomplished library media specialists uphold professional ethics and promote equity and diversity.