Teaching Strategies
At Buffalo School District, instructional strategies reflect how teachers bring learning to life in the classroom. These practices guide how educators deliver instruction, engage students, and adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs. By using effective, research-based strategies, teachers create meaningful, engaging learning experiences that support academic growth for all students.
| Strategic Priority Two: | Teaching Strategies |
|---|---|
| Why is this important? | Instructional strategies are essential for reaching and supporting all learners, as teachers must use varied approaches to meet the diverse needs of today’s students. As students continue to change and technology becomes more integrated into daily life, educators must expand their instructional “toolbox” to remain effective and responsive. Through a partnership with NE BOCES, the district provides relevant, high-quality professional development focused on research-based teaching practices. Staff regularly analyze instructional strategies, their effect sizes, and their impact on student learning in order to identify and implement high-impact practices that maximize student success. |
| Action steps related to the priority | Implement Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures Implement Hattie Visible Learning Implement Love & Logic |
| Evidence of Implementation | Increased student engagement. Increased student achievement. Improved social skills and relationships. Improved classroom climate. |
| Evidence of Impact | Academic Data Behavior Data Elementary Kindergarten-Sixth Grade Math Curriculum Overview |