One study commissioned by The Wallace Foundation about how leadership influences student learning found that for the most part, there are no documented instances of school turnaround without an effective principal — leadership is second only to
effective classroom instruction as the most important school - level factor affecting student achievement.
Not exact matches
All teachers were evaluated by five structured
classroom observations aligned to the district's Teaching and Learning Framework, which defined domains of
effective instruction, such
as leading well - organized, objective - driven lessons; checking for student understanding; explaining content clearly; and maximizing instructional time.
First: The
classroom would exhibit instructional practices referred to collectively
as quality
instruction — research - based practices shown in the literature to be
effective.
Similarly, the methods of star teachers — how they construct a culture of high expectations in their
classroom and deliver vibrant and
effective instruction — are at last being codified
as specific techniques that can be mastered by novice teachers.
No other professional development is
as comprehensive or successful in addressing the five essential components of
effective reading
instruction, plus writing, with a focus on translating research to
classroom application.
Liu's research examines secondary and postsecondary
classrooms as developmental settings and focuses on the role of
effective instruction in building teacher - student relationships and supporting student outcomes.
There's also evidence that
effective school leadership influences early childhood achievement,
as leaders play a critical role in improving
classroom instruction — the most important factor related to the success of young students.
These meetings will disseminate information about the new standards
as well
as gather feedback from educators about what they need to help bring the standards to life through
effective classroom instruction.
Taylor, B.M., Pearson, P.D., Peterson, D., and Rodriguez, M.C. (2005) Looking inside
classrooms: Reflecting on the «how»
as well
as the «what» in
effective reading
instruction, A reprint of Taylor, B.M., Pearson, P.D., Peterson, D., and Rodriguez, M.C. (2002).
Many teachers who differentiate
instruction in their
classroom find flexible grouping an
effective method of differentiation because it provides students with the opportunity to work with other students who may have a similar learning style, readiness, or interest
as them.
Taylor, B.M., Pearson, P.D., Peterson, D., and Rodriguez, M.C. (2002) Looking inside
classrooms: Reflecting on the «how»
as well
as the «what» in
effective reading
instruction.
Responsibilities such
as collaborating with the school administrators and
classroom teachers to identify Title I students, planning and delivering
effective instruction in a small group setting, administering pre and post assessments, and consistent tracking of student progress and data are essential to the position.
TAP uses a set of standards for evaluating teachers that is based on the work of consultant Charlotte Danielson.1 In Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework for Teaching (1996), Danielson breaks teaching down into four major categories (planning and preparation,
classroom environment,
instruction, and professional responsibilities); 22 themes (ranging from demonstrating knowledge of the subjects taught to designing ways to motivate students to learn); and 77 skills (such
as when and how to use different groupings of students and the most
effective ways to give students feedback).
This unique focus on differentiated
instruction makes Achieve3000's solutions especially
effective for
classrooms in the high - need communities served by Teach For America, where there may be a mix of struggling, grade - level, and high - achieving students
as well
as English language learners.
After reviewing research on
effective prevention and literacy
instruction delivered in preschool, kindergarten, and primary grades,
as well
as organizational factors at the
classroom, school, and district levels, Snow et al. (1998, pp. 314) conclude that «
effective instruction includes artful teaching that transcends — and often makes up for — the constraints and limitations of specific instructional programs.»
A school - based teacher preparation program in which a prospective teacher, for not less than one academic year, teaches alongside an
effective teacher,
as determined by the state or local educational agency, who is the teacher of record for the
classroom, receives concurrent
instruction during the year, through courses that may be taught by local educational agency personnel or by faculty of the teacher preparation program; and in the teaching of the content area in which the teacher will become certified or licensed; and acquires
effective teaching skills,
as demonstrated through completion of a residency program, or other measure determined by the state, which may include a teacher performance assessment.»
The direct
instruction (DI) model proved to be eminently trainable to teachers under experimental conditions,
effective in promoting student engagement in
classroom tasks
as demonstrated through
classroom observations, and statistically significantly related to growth in pupil achievement
as measured on standardized tests (Myer, 1988).
As a result, we now have an
effective evaluation system to enhance educators» professional practice, support high quality
instruction in every
classroom, and promote continuous improvement and growth district - wide.
Study of the nature of reading
instruction, K - 6
as reflected by current research, teaching and evaluation methods and techniques, published and teacher prepared materials, and
effective classroom management.
As a perfect complement to print resources, Triumph Learning is dedicated to providing the professional support customers need for
effective implementation of Coach Digital to support
classroom instruction and blended learning.
Utilizing an
effective, adaptive elementary math program to supplement
classroom instruction can support ELLs and their teachers
as they work toward closing the math achievement gap.
While teaching, she served
as a mentor for aspiring urban teachers and led professional development on
effective instruction and
classroom management
as a Content Team Leader (CTL).
Although evidence suggests that well designed, traditional teacher preparation programs produce
effective teachers, additional new standards and requirements, such
as those in the No Child Left Behind Act, limit the amount of
classroom time that can be devoted to literacy
instruction.
A new study shows that a highly
effective principal can raise the achievement of a typical student by the equivalent of
as much
as seven months of
classroom instruction.
Functions The teacher leader: a) Facilitates the collection, analysis, and use of
classroom - and school - based data to identify opportunities to improve curriculum,
instruction, assessment, school organization, and school culture; b) Engages in reflective dialog with colleagues based on observation of
instruction, student work, and assessment data and helps make connections to research - based
effective practices; c) Supports colleagues» individual and collective reflection and professional growth by serving in roles such
as mentor, coach, and content facilitator; d) Serves
as a team leader to harness the skills, expertise, and knowledge of colleagues to address curricular expectations and student learning needs; e) Uses knowledge of existing and emerging technologies to guide colleagues in helping students skillfully and appropriately navigate the universe of knowledge available on the Internet, use social media to promote collaborative learning, and connect with people and resources around the globe; and f) Promotes instructional strategies that address issues of diversity and equity in the
classroom and ensures that individual student learning needs remain the central focus of
instruction.
EXTRA STRENGTHS • Excellent communication skills • Ability to deliver
effective classroom instruction • Willing to work
as part of a team • Exceptional organizational and time management skills
The ECCP also offered an array of additional services to day care centers and parents
as needed including: program - wide teacher training, community workshop presentations, parenting support groups, community agency referrals, facilitation of
effective working relationships between parents and program staff, and
instruction on overall
classroom management techniques.