How do we frame our conference questions to elicit teacher reflection focused on growth (change in practice) rather than evaluation of the lesson or the “rating”? by Brad Malone https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40 en-us 2016-08-11 17:51:20 UTC 2016-08-18 15:51:40 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576192 Connected, purposeful goals - bldg, dept, individual - all wheels moving in the same direction and feedback that s ynthesizes info from all 3]]> 2016-08-17 13:23:16 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576192 Focus the conversation on individual students (ie. do you think Johnny was engaged? How do you know?) https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576200 2016-08-17 13:23:18 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576200 https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576251 Having shared goals to focus on, knowing what the expectations are and what success looks like and will  focus the feedback -  with all involved, look at individual student achievement - how is the strategy working to support our students - use student work as evidence]]> 2016-08-17 13:23:32 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576251 N. Neal https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576257 Utilize individual student data to shape part of the discussion.  Keep connected to the teachers in the building and keep a pulse on feedback teachers have used to change their practice.]]> 2016-08-17 13:23:34 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576257 Focusing on the growth piece and shared goals. Clear expectations are crucial. https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576319 2016-08-17 13:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576319 KP https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576365 Utilize the specific needs of students from IEP's in planning to best engage students]]> 2016-08-17 13:24:01 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576365 Focused post obs based on the evidence that was collected...connected to District, building, department goals https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576498 2016-08-17 13:24:46 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576498 KP https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576502 Are assessments linked to content goals and how are they used to build on students' understandings and competencies to improve individual skills]]> 2016-08-17 13:24:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576502 PM https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576574 Present the evidence, and ask the teacher to brainstorm different ways they might have approached the activity if they taught the lesson again - focus on their overall learning target, and the best way to get there.]]> 2016-08-17 13:25:10 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576574 Know and use the student achievement data in the conversation https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576859 2016-08-17 13:26:46 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118576859 JC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118577034 Focus on student growth, strengths and weaknesses of the lesson, and possible adjustments. If possible, set a goal based on reflections and follow up with teacher in a few weeks.]]> 2016-08-17 13:27:38 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118577034 Include past conversations and lessons...where we started. https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118577068 2016-08-17 13:27:51 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118577068 Teacher reflecting continujally on the students with the greatest needs to see how they are progressing. https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118577169 2016-08-17 13:28:30 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118577169 It's about relationships- trust. The beginning of the year goal setting conference is key to setting the tone for the rest of the year. https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604576 2016-08-17 15:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604576 GL: Change is Inevitable  https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604693 Our profession has changed so much in the past 5 years and so too have our instructional practices. The observation process is an opportunity for professional discourse on how we grow and learn as educators. We are always changing what we do - it is the nature of our work. Let's agree to do this work together for the betterment of our students.

]]> 2016-08-17 15:41:00 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604693 LF: Initially, the trust/relationship factor has to be there, the teacher needs to feel safe enough to be able to candidly take risks and discuss openly their own strengths/weaknesses. Beginning with strengths of the teacher and moving collaboratively into alternative ways to get at the lessons learning target/objective  https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604885 Share own classroom experiences.

]]> 2016-08-17 15:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604885 MS https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604920 We want teachers  to take risks and try new things in the classroom.  If we believe that this will make them more effective teachers they need to do feel safe and supported to do this work.  We must develop relationships with them just like we ask them to do so with their students.  Whether a student or teacher neither will be willing to take risk if they fear any type of repercussion or embarrassment.  ]]> 2016-08-17 15:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118604920 Use protocol or 3 step conversation strategy to focus on specific change in practice.   To focus on growth - How might this look.... What resources or support do you need....have you considered... https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118605363 2016-08-17 15:44:11 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118605363 BH https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118742896 Build a trusting enviroment and talk about the positives first, then lead them to the improvement areas. ]]> 2016-08-18 13:10:09 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118742896 https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743001 GD
I have found the 3 Step process for giving feedback very useful in helping teachers focus more on reflection than evaluation.  

Also, trust is a key factor in staff perceiving the observation process as growth producing]]> 2016-08-18 13:10:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743001 RH https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743126 Share examples/stories of how someone (perhaps myself) learned from an experience, made a change in practice, and showed growth.]]> 2016-08-18 13:11:23 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743126 MM https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743232 Build trust.  Acknowledge the strengths and the risk taking that has taken place (Fundations 3, Investigations 3, ReadyGEN) Be genuine.  ]]> 2016-08-18 13:12:01 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743232 JP https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743243 I think this can start during the pre-observation conference. Set the stage with teachers on what the goals are for the lesson and agree on the success criteria. Then, collect evidence and use the 3 step process to celebrate and ask questions about the goal. ]]> 2016-08-18 13:12:05 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743243 JT https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743339 Assume a positive intention and a desire to do the best for kids. Listen and problem solve with teachers, and if necessary, hold up a mirror to allow the teacher to see their actions in a different way]]> 2016-08-18 13:12:42 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118743339 TR https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776127 Use the evidence as a third party in the conversation and ask teachers to reflect on and consider their level of satisfaction with the lesson. Focus on the fact that it is a growth conversation...set the environment as one that is safe to talk out loud and share fears/concerns in a trust-based way--no eval! Must have the trust...must be in rapport to start or teacher may only hear your words...]]> 2016-08-18 15:44:20 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776127 ML https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776251 It is important to build a relationship and trust with the teacher before you do their observation. If you just go in and observe and that's it, it is impossible for the teacher not to feel that they conversation is just about the lesson.  
You can have good growth conversations if you share your own experiences and then it feels more like a colleague to colleague conversation.]]> 2016-08-18 15:44:52 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776251 BP https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776410 It has to start with a trusting relationship were both assume that the goal is to provide the best instruction for our students. Asking questions rather than making statements sets the stage for reflection rather than evaluation.]]> 2016-08-18 15:45:22 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776410 DS                                       Having focused conversations with teachers at BOY meetings, as a way to support their goal selection for the year, will help with reflection for both the teacher and administrator. Building partnerships with your team of teachers by listening to their concerns and their celebrations all year is key. https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776608 2016-08-18 15:46:17 UTC https://padlet.com/bmalone/6x3s3pq4gj40/wish/118776608