The Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) define the knowledge, practice and professional engagement needed for high quality effective teaching that improves student learning outcomes. The Standards use nationally agreed indicators of teacher quality to guide the preparation, support and development of teachers throughout their careers from Graduate to Proficient Teachers, to Highly Accomplished and Lead Teachers.

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The Standards

The Australian Professional Standards for Teachers comprise seven Standards that outline what teachers should know and be able to do.

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Standard 1

Know students and how they learn.

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Standard 2

Know the content and how to teach it.

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Standard 3

Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning.

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Standard 4

Create and maintain effective teaching and learning.

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Standard 5

Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning.

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Standard 6

Engage in professional learning.

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Standard 7

Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community.

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