Validating the Classroom Walkthrough – AGAIN

Validating the Classroom Walkthrough – AGAIN

It seems that over the years I have found myself referencing the benefit of classroom walk-throughs on many occasions as I speak about the things we do in our building. Just recently I had the opportunity to speak with two members of my faculty and as the conversation...
Building eWalk Templates to Manage Other Observation Platforms

Building eWalk Templates to Manage Other Observation Platforms

I had previously written an article about the new evaluation system in my state of Georgia and how the new web platform no longer accommodated eWalk. The new platform offered one template to record data and in my opinion was awkward, not user friendly, and was...
Classroom Observations Support Teachers More Than They Know

Classroom Observations Support Teachers More Than They Know

I recently had a parent meeting where the parent and the student were unhappy with a teacher. They were making accusations that the teacher was unreasonable, rude to the student, was picking on the student, and would not help the student with school work. We had...
Teachers Will Let You Know What is Going On – If You Ask

Teachers Will Let You Know What is Going On – If You Ask

A teacher will often provide me with an explanation if I ask questions on the eWalk walkthrough template or if they feel an explanation is needed. This is an effective method of gaining insight into the intricacies of the class room and why teachers do what they do....