Steiner and Atkins: Should Student Performance Dictate Teacher Evaluation?

Norman Atkins (founder and CEO of Teacher U and founder and former CEO of Uncommon Schools) and Dr. David Steiner (New York State Commissioner of Education) discuss whether teacher evaluations should be based on students' academic performance. Steiner proposes that there is no single best method, and rather schools should take a blended approach. Specifically, test scores, principal evaluations, and other inputs should be regarded when making an assessment. However, it is important to note that the principals who are evaluating teachers need guidance and training on how to provide meaningful feedback. Steiner and Atkins also discuss the Gates Foundation's study on teacher effectiveness. Things to look for in an effective teacher include, how many children are engaged with the teacher, whether the teacher pauses and allows the students to answer the questions, and optimal communication styles. . Learn more and get involved at Schools That Can http://www.schoolsthatcan.org/

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Education

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• teacher observations
• principal feedback
• Gates Foundation
• teacher effectiveness
• Norman Atkins
• Teacher U
• Uncommon Schools
• David Steiner
• education reform
• quality education
• Schools That Can