Even better, they were hoping that
the combination of classroom observations, student surveys, and previous test score gains would be a much better predictor of future test score gains (or of future classroom observations) than any one of those measures alone.
Following a three - year study that involved about 3,000 teachers, analysts said the most accurate measure of a teacher's effectiveness was
a combination of classroom observations by at least two evaluators, along with student scores counting for between 33 percent and 50 percent of the overall evaluation.
Not exact matches
When compared with such crude indicators, the
combination of student achievement gains on state tests, student surveys, and
classroom observations identified teachers with better outcomes on every measure we tested: state tests and supplemental tests as well as more subjective measures, such as student - reported effort and enjoyment in class.
If MET had found
classroom observations to be strong predictors
of other indicators
of effective teaching and if the
combination of measures were a significantly better predictor than any one measure alone, then Gates could have offered evidence for the merits
of a particular mixing formula or range
of mixing formulas for evaluating teachers.
Likewise, evaluations
of educators» effectiveness should be based on a
combination of elements and could include students» performance,
classroom observations, and staff feedback.
A single
classroom observation has lower reliability than a value - added measure, but a
combination of four
classroom observations yields a higher reliability
of about 0.65.
In Harrison, CO, School Superintendent Mike Miles has used a
combination of standardized tests and
classroom observation to come up with a tiered system
of teacher effectiveness.
Those prerequisite hours should be a
combination of classroom,
observation, and driving time.
You qualify for the GL - 5 grade level (starting salary $ 40,511) if you possess one
of the following: a) One year
of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; learn law enforcement regulations, methods and techniques through
classroom training and / or on - the - job instruction; and gather factual information through questioning,
observation, and examination
of documents and records; OR b) A bachelor's degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university; OR c) A
combination of successfully completed post-high school education and general work experience.