EAD 530 Topic 2 – Case Study: Mr. Smith Administrators evaluate teacher performance as objectively as possible. Assumptions and bias are a natural part of the thought process. Administrators must be aware of bias, so they are able to provide valuable feedback to their teaching staff. Part 1: Informal Observation Feedback For this assignment respond […]

Post-conferences are an integral part of the Assessment process. Collecting evidence during an observation is key when providing specific examples for the teacher’s continued growth. For this assignment, read “Case Study: Mr. Roth.” Based on this scenario, write a 500–750 word summary answering the following questions: Observation Reflection Questions: Which overt activities by Mr. Roth […]

EAD 530 Topic 3 DQ 1 You are a principal with a veteran teacher who has had much success in the school. She is a former district Teacher of the Year and has highly effective Assessments. She is active in the school community and serves as a teacher leader on several committees. As building principal, […]

Proficient teachers are the backbone of an effective school. Providing feedback on observations of proficient teachers allows for their continued professional growth. As a building principal, you must provide support and feedback to proficient teachers as well as to beginning teachers. Allocate at least 2 hours in the field to support this field experience. Coordinate […]

As a principal, you will be responsible for observing and evaluating special education teachers. This process will include pre-conferences, observations, and feedback. To maximize effectiveness, this process must be collaborative, clear, and complete. Allocate at least 1 hour in the field to support this field experience. In collaboration with your principal mentor, attend a pre-conference […]

EAD 530 Topic 5 Benchmark – Clinical Field Experience D: Beginning Teacher Observation and Feedback Beginning teachers often require a substantial amount of support as they work to improve their craft. As a principal, you will be responsible for implementing an observation and coaching cycle aimed at fostering the development of beginning teachers. Allocate at […]

Elective teachers and teachers in specialized areas present a particular challenge to school administrators. As a principal, you will be asked to observe and evaluate elective teachers. Many times, you may be unfamiliar with the content of the teachers’ lessons. However, the pre-conference, observation, and feedback process must be conducted with fidelity. Allocate at least […]

As a principal, you must be able to evaluate a lesson and provide critical feedback using evidence from the lesson. After viewing the videos, “Content Knowledge” and “High Expectations,” select one to evaluate using your school’s formal teacher Assessment instrument. In 500-750 words, address the following: · Briefly explain the format of the Assessment tool […]

A primary responsibility of early childhood teachers is to observe, document, and respond to data that describes students’ behavior and abilities. Part 1 Graphic Organizer For this assignment, select three data collection tools you have either researched or observed in a classroom setting. Develop a graphic organizer comparing the three data collection tools, identifying the […]

Early childhood teachers must be proactive in managing their classrooms by setting clear behavioral expectations for the children and using motivation techniques, modifications, and interventions to help them succeed. Establishing this environment will also increase the students’ sense of safety and trust. Part 1: Classroom Layout Plan Design a classroom layout plan to actively and […]