Talk the Talk: Classroom Walkthrough Key Terms
Danielson Framework for Teaching: A research-based set of components of instruction, aligned to the InTASC standards, and grounded in a constructivist view of learning and
A Complete Guide to Classroom Observation Frameworks
Instructional practice is a very important yet not very well understood factor affecting teacher performance, and standardizing observation protocols is key. From the inside, it
Walking the Walk: Monitoring Instruction with Classroom Walkthroughs
Day in and day out, school leaders are responsible for an overwhelming number of tasks. Planning the schedule, running assemblies, responding to medical emergencies, student
Not Just Another Visit: An Administrator’s Cheat Sheet for Types of Evaluations
When we talk about visiting a classroom, it can be for a variety of purposes. Administrative visits to classrooms can range from short “check-ins” to
Productive Planning for Back-to-School
If heading back into the school year is overwhelming, you are not alone. Even veteran administrators often struggle to keep up with the myriad of
Classroom Walkthroughs that Hit the Target
While classroom walkthroughs are a popular way for school and district leaders to monitor and even evaluate instruction, they are not always effective (David, 2007).