Standard Eight: Professional Practice The teacher candidate is a reflective practitioner who continually assesses the effects of choices and actions on others. The teacher actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally in order to improve learning for all students. [SB291 Section 161.380.2 (2) Various forms of assessment are used to monitor and manage student learning; (5) The teacher keeps current on instructional knowledge and seeks and explores changes in teaching behaviors that will improve student performance; (6) The teacher acts as a responsible professional in the overall mission of the school.] Quality Indicator 8C2: Professional learning The teacher candidate identifies and reflects on the array of professional learning opportunities including those offered by educator preparation programs, school districts, professional associations, and/or other opportunities. Artifact: Course: Rationale: Reflection: