How do you usually determine which textbooks you will choose?

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It is important to always consider the values of the school and the needs of your students. Make sure to demonstrate that you would be aligned with the school's principles and values, first and foremost. Provide a scenario for your interviewer to demonstrate your decision-making process using 'If/Then' language. You can also use this opportunity to explain that you are willing to do your research in order to meet the needs of students and foster curiosity.

"First, I'd look at what standards students need to master in a specific content area and identify the weakest areas in my previous class. If I see that my students' social studies scores could be improved, then I would look into what the deficits were and see if another available textbook could better meet that need. I'd ask my colleagues for their opinions, and I'd also look to online communities for ideas. With those recommendations, I would take a look at each textbook and imagine myself teaching it. It has be accessible and engaging but also challenge my students."

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"First, I would analyze the data to get a better understanding of the students' strengths and areas in need of improvement. Next, I would research the best books that would address the needs of our students, while doing so I would also imagine myself as the teacher facilitating the lessons to ensure that I am making a choice that would benefit both teachers and students. Then I would solicit the opinions of the teachers by having them also review the textbooks to suggest feedback, as far as the textbook alignment with the needs of our students as well as if it's teacher and student-friendly."