Tag: Teacher Evaluation
Delaware Has Long Trek Ahead Around Next Generation Learning
November 30th, 2011
Digital Learning Now! recently released Delaware’s state report card, and the initial results are not promising, demonstrating that we have significant work ahead of us before the necessary policies are in place to ensure our students benefit from high-quality next generation learning opportunities. The report card, which measures our alignment...VIEW ARTICLE
State Board of Education Meeting Summary
November 29th, 2011
This month, at the State Board of Education meeting, Delaware Department of Education officials provided updates and presentations on DCAS and the Partnership Zone, as well as a charter schools update; the board voted on the student growth measurement in DPAS II. Dr. Mike Stetter, Director of Accountability Resources, discussed the status of DCAS...VIEW ARTICLE
Evaluations Aim to Build Great Teachers – and Delaware is a National Leader
November 1st, 2011
Throughout my first year of teaching, I can unequivocally state that I floundered more than I flourished. However, with strong coaching and support, I was able to reflect on my classroom practice, identify areas of improvement, and, ultimately, improve my instruction for the benefit of my students. This idea – that great teachers aren’t...VIEW ARTICLE
Vision 2015 Annual Conference: It’s About the People, Not the Programs
October 21st, 2011
More than 300 educators, business leaders, parents, community leaders, and public officials met on Tuesday, October 18, at the annual Vision 2015 conference at the University of Delaware to take stock of Delaware's collective progress in creating world-class schools. There were clear successes to report—new standards, new assessments, and...VIEW ARTICLE