(2) A beginning teacher understands how students learn and develop and applies that knowledge in the teacher's practice. Performances that reflect attainment of this standard include
(A) identifying the abilities of students based on a developmental continuum through formal and informal assessment, including observation, documentation, developmental profiles required under 4 AAC 06.712, and state standards-based assessments under 4 AAC 06.737;
(B) providing instructional opportunities to meet the needs of students based on (i) theories of learning and motivation; and (ii) the individual and special needs of students, including students with different learning styles, students at different stages of development, students with disabilities, limited English proficient students, and gifted students.