Instructional Methods. Learning best occurs when teachers use critical moments of direct instruction and the student is allowed opportunities for acquisition and application of knowledge. When students are taught using multiple learning opportunities which are relevant, actively engaging, and purposeful, learning becomes exciting. The Village Charter School recognizes that education is more than the assimilation of facts, and uses uncommon means to achieve exceptional results. Classroom teachers follow the Limitless Learning Method. This innovative teaching method relies heavily on student assessment to provide qualitative and quantitative information, which provides a holistic picture of the student’s academic success and struggles. Assessment is critical to understanding how students learn best. When researched formative assessments are used to guide and develop instruction, each student greatly benefits. Instead of reviewing concepts previously mastered, students can build on what they already know and progress, learning new curriculum and concepts. Additionally, assessments demonstrate to teachers the skills that each student has not mastered, and informs the teacher that these skills may need to be re-taught in a different way. TVCS is dedicated to ensure all students, struggling, proficient, or gifted, are successful at fulfilling their individual potential. The students’ come first and are a priority with every decision made. Multiple instructional methods have been developed using available research and practice and they are utilized to reach the unique needs of each student, these include but are not limited to the following:
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