Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model Based on the Art and Science of Teaching © 2011 Learning Sciences International Oklahoma Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Commission Approved

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Who is Dr. Robert Marzano and Learning Sciences International? Dr. Marzano is among the most respected national researchers and authors Learning Sciences provides expertise in the field of teacher and principal growth, development and evaluation Statewide provider of teacher evaluation technical assistance for Departments of Education Partners with Dr. Robert Marzano Implementations with Oklahoma districts and nationally

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Importance of Effective Teaching and Leadership Research tells us that the role of the teacher is the single greatest factor on student learning. (Sanders, et al) Research also tells that one of the greatest factors central office can contribute is to maintain a singular focus on improving instruction. (Marzano and Waters, 2009)

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Fundamental Question for Selecting a Teacher Evaluation Model Is the purpose of teacher evaluation to measure teachers’ effectiveness (solely) or to raise student achievement by helping teachers get better over time?

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model Approved and meets or exceeds all criteria of the Oklahoma Commission on Teacher and Leadership Effectiveness

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model Student achievement will become an increasingly vital concern for Oklahoma schools as teacher and principal evaluations are weighed against student state test scores.

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Components of the Oklahoma Evaluation System (phased in) Instructional Practice measured by the Marzano Framework

© 2011 Learning Sciences International GOAL An expectation that all teachers can increase their expertise from year to year which produces gains in student achievement from year to year with a powerful cumulative effect Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model

© 2012 Learning Sciences International Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model 4 Domains STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Domain 1: Classroom Strategies and Behaviors (41 Elements) Routine Segments (5 Elements) Content Segments (18 Elements) On the Spot Segments (18 Elements) Domain 1: Classroom Strategies and Behaviors (41 Elements) Routine Segments (5 Elements) Content Segments (18 Elements) On the Spot Segments (18 Elements) Domain 2: Planning and Preparing (8 Elements) Lesson and Units (3 Elements) Use of Materials and Technology (2 Elements) Special Needs of Students (3 Elements) Domain 2: Planning and Preparing (8 Elements) Lesson and Units (3 Elements) Use of Materials and Technology (2 Elements) Special Needs of Students (3 Elements) Domain 3: Reflecting on Teaching (5 Elements) Evaluating Personal Performance (3 Elements) Professional Growth Plan (2 Elements) Domain 3: Reflecting on Teaching (5 Elements) Evaluating Personal Performance (3 Elements) Professional Growth Plan (2 Elements) Domain 4: Collegiality and Professionalis m (6 Elements) Promoting a Positive Environment (2 Elements) Promoting Exchange of Ideas (2 Elements) Promoting District and School Development (2 Elements) Domain 4: Collegiality and Professionalis m (6 Elements) Promoting a Positive Environment (2 Elements) Promoting Exchange of Ideas (2 Elements) Promoting District and School Development (2 Elements) Domain 4: Collegiality and Professionalis m (6 Elements) Promoting a Positive Environment (2 Elements) Promoting Exchange of Ideas (2 Elements) Promoting District and School Development (2 Elements) Domain 4: Collegiality and Professionalis m (6 Elements) Promoting a Positive Environment (2 Elements) Promoting Exchange of Ideas (2 Elements) Promoting District and School Development (2 Elements)

© 2012 Learning Sciences International Domain 1 10

© 2012 Learning Sciences International Elements within Domain 1: Classroom Strategies and Behaviors Have Shown Significant Student Learning Gains

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Marzano Construct Research-Based Strategies Developmental continuum for teachers to implement research-based strategies –Specific guidance for teachers to improve instruction –Evidences of sufficient implementation to raise student learning –Guidance on the appropriate instructional context (when) to use each strategy to have the highest probability to raise student learning Helps teachers understand what to do in order to sufficiently improve their teaching to show gains in student achievement

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Instructional Decision-Making to Raise Student Achievement Marzano model shows teachers how to plan and teach a lesson to focus on the right strategies to raise student learning. Specifically, strategies show greater student learning gains: When used in instruction (appropriate strategy for type of lesson?) Appropriate level of implementation

Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model iObservation Simple Doable Aligns Growth, Development, and Evaluation

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Marzano Causal Model Benefits Compliance focused, annual reviews that are inflated and lack specific guidance for instructional improvement Misaligned system without specificity in the common language of instruction Ambiguity and subjectivity due to the lack of specificity Lacks connections to student achievement gains Formative and summative process that is timely, specific, and honors growth over time Coherent research-based common language of instruction with clear and objective measures and teacher and student evidences Clarity and consistency, from the newest teacher to the most veteran practitioners and supports accuracy for observers Causal links to raising student achievement FROM:TO:

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Marzano Causal Model Benefits Low cost to implement Cost-effective over time Unparalleled support services Efficient, immediate data collection with iObservation technology platform –evaluations are focused –feedback is instant –process is paperless

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Contemporary and Validated Marzano model has been successfully implemented in rural, suburban, and urban schools and districts Marzano framework has over 1,000 studies validating its instructional model for raising student achievement –The instructional model based on the Art and Science of Teaching shows substantial student achievement gains in standardized test scores –Elements within Domain 1: Classroom Strategies and Behaviors have direct causal link to raising student achievement

© 2012 Learning Sciences International Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model Oklahoma Study The Oklahoma State Department of Education commissioned Dr. Marzano in to conduct a three part study of Oklahoma schools. The study found a strong correlation between Dr. Marzano’s 9 Design Questions and increased student achievement on state math and reading scores. The highest correlations for D9, are associated with a 31 percentile point increase in student learning gains.

© 2012 Learning Sciences International Marzano Causal Teacher Evaluation Model New Mexico Study This chart shows impressive rises in student math and reading scores. The study was conducted for the Apache Creek School District in Farmington, New Mexico. Teachers were scored on 5 levels of implementation of the Marzano Causal Model, from Low (1) to Very High (5). Highest levels of implementation correlated with largest number of students scoring either “proficient” or “advanced” on state tests.

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Supports for District Success iObservation technology to support principals and teachers in both evaluation and professional growth and development Training for evaluators for accuracy and inter-rater reliability Ongoing support for central office

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Other Approved Resources: Books on the model and all the elements of Domain 1 Online courses for teachers in all the elements in Domain 1 Onsite coaching for principals Data coaching Additional workshops on all areas of the model Professional, experienced consultants

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Clarifying the Misconceptions on the Marzano Model Do evaluators need to observe and score all 60 elements of the model; especially all of the 41 elements in Domain 1? –NO! You can phase elements in over time and select focus areas in Domain I, however, you will still have all elements of the model for powerful diagnostics to enhance teacher growth leading to student achievement. This model is too complex. Administrators have so many other things to do that this model will just take too much time. –Observations take the same amount of time regardless of framework. The key is how powerful is the feedback? The Marzano Teacher Evaluation Model is too expensive to implement! –There are low cost comprehensive training solutions that includes capacity building in the model and observer certification

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Oklahoma Implementation Feedback “We are in our second year of using the Marzano Framework and iObservation for the supervision of instruction. We have found that Marzano’s research base has given us a good foundation for establishing a common language about effective instruction.” -- Shirley Simmons, PhD Director of Staff Development and Student Achievement, “Provides teachers with specific feedback to improve the quality of their teaching. We know that is the single most important factor when it comes to student achievement. The whole system is really focused on teacher improvement and development. “When we look at growth in our first and second benchmarks, we’ve seen a significant increase, and we attribute a lot of that to our ability to provide teachers with feedback on research-based strategies that, if they’re done correctly and at the right time, have a high opportunity to impact student achievement.” -- Dr. Brian Staples Principal at Douglas Mid High School, Oklahoma City

© 2011 Learning Sciences International Contact Information: Lee Manly Director of District Partnerships, Learning Sciences International, provider of iObservation Phone: For more information or to request a proposal please contact…