As both a former student and
subsequent Teaching Assistant at the Ironhack Fullstack Bootcamp, I know first hand that intimidation is the single largest barrier for any student looking to master any kind of software development.
States and districts should establish performance appraisal frameworks that recognize improved
teaching as the collective responsibility of principals,
assistant principals, teacher leaders, teachers, and district office personnel utilizing subject - area and grade - level specialists to enrich the appraisals and more effectively guide
subsequent professional development.