Marzano and Teacher Evaluation: Smoothing Out the Edges of the Square Peg to Fit Into a Round Hole.

Presenters…. Julie Gauthier, Business Instructor Stephanie Long, Curriculum Supervisor Mary Smith, Instructional Services Specialist

Before We Begin, Let’s Get to Know You First!

Why a Square Peg in a Round Hole?

Typical Classroom

CTE Classroom – We are the square peg! How do we make an evaluation model work for us?

Highlights of Teacher Evaluation Law 2015-2016 (for the next 3 years) 25% of evaluation based on student growth

2016-2017

Districts must adopt/implement an evaluation tool

2018-2019

40% of evaluation based on student growth

Four Possible Evaluation/Framework Models Danielson’s Framework for Teaching

5 Dimensions of Teaching and Learning Instructional Framework

Examined closely by TBAISD

Marzano Teacher Evaluation and Leadership Evaluation Models

The Thoughtful Classroom Teacher Effectiveness Framework

TBAISD Identifies Marzano Model for Region Rationale for Selection:     

Supported by research base and validation studies – 5000+ studies Provides common language for both classroom teachers, nonclassroom staff, and building and district level administration Requires that administrator be trained and certified to utilize Offers PD and resource materials for implementation Integrates an on-line observation and communication tool in model

Marzano’s View on Evaluations Model should: 1) include research-based elements shown to increase student achievement as well as specific classroom strategies and behaviors; 2) enable teachers and administrators to track their growth using a developmental scale; 3) acknowledge and reward growth. *Marzano, Robert, “The Two Purposes of Teacher Evaluation,” Educational Leadership, November 2012.

Marzano’s View on Evaluations Measurement

Teacher Growth & Development

*Marzano, Robert, “The Two Purposes of Teacher Evaluation,” Educational Leadership, November 2012.

Marzano Model Learning Map Domain One

Marzano Model Learning Map Domains Two – Four

Marzano Model TEACH

Domain 1: Classroom Strategies and Behaviors

PLAN

Domain 2: Planning and Preparing

REFLECT

Student Achievement

Domain 3: Reflecting and Teaching

SHARE

Domain 4: Collegiality and Professionalism

Four Design Elements Selected by TBAISD Providing Rigorous Learning Goals and Performance Scales DE 2 Tracking Student Progress DE 6 Identifying Critical Content DE 24 Noticing When Students Aren’t Engaged DE 1

Initial Implementation Year – 2012 - 2013

Building Blocks for Instruction

Noticing When Students Aren’t Engaged Providing Rigorous Learning Goals and Scales

Tracking Student Progress

Identifying Critical Content

Marzano “Protocols” • Create a roadmap using the common language of instruction that allows us to easily navigate through the model. • “Spell out” elements by identifying student and teacher behaviors • Provide clear criteria for success • Drive the feedback for growth

Teacher Evidence - Protocols

Student Evidence - Protocols

Evaluation Scale

Professional Development in Initial Year District-Wide Trainings CTC Staff Trainings

(Learning Sciences International)

Year 1 Implementation

June CTC Curriculum Camp

CTC’s Implementation of Model – 2013-2016 • Continuation of work on understanding of Framework and Design Elements • Identification of instructional needs and development of Growth Plans • Introduction to and use of iObservation as communication tool for coaching, dialogue, goal-setting, and observation and evaluation • Understanding of Marzano “tools” for preparation for formal observation

A Quick Look at iObservation Functions of iObservation

Negative Views Positive Views

Isn’t it only a snapshot of the teacher? Does it align to new state laws? Do all stakeholders understand the model? Does it focus on good teaching? Is it a level playing field? Has it improved teaching? Is it punitive or a coaching model?

Coaching and/or Change of Climate? Let’s process this…

Where are we going from here?

Three…Two…One Turn to your “shoulder partner” and respond to these three prompts: • 3 Questions you have about this information are… • 2 Ways in which this could be an opportunity to coach are… • 1 Idea you have in which this model could change your building/district’s culture is…

Further Questions and Re-cap

Please Feel Free to Contact Us!

• Julie Gauthier – [email protected] • Stephanie Long – [email protected] • Mary Smith – [email protected]

Links to Help You Explore More… 5 Dimensions of Teaching and Learning Framework http://tpep-wa.org/wp-content/uploads/5d_framework_v4.0.pdf Marzano Evaluation Model http://www.marzanoevaluation.com/ The Thoughtful Classroom Teacher Effectiveness Framework http://usny.nysed.gov/rttt/teachersleaders/practicerubrics/Docs/SilverStrongTeacherAssessment.pdf Danielson Framework for Teaching http://tpep-wa.org/wp-content/uploads/Danielson-at-a-glance.pdf