Charlotte Danielson’s 2011 Framework for Teaching: Part 2 Laurie Gregory, Director of Curriculum April 8, 2013

Charlotte Danielson’s Framework for Teaching Domains – Domain 1: Planning and Preparation – Domain 2: The Classroom Environment – Domain 3: Instruction – Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities

Performance Levels Danielson’s FrameworkNYS Levels of Effectiveness DistinguishedHighly Effective ProficientEffective BasicDeveloping UnsatisfactoryIneffective

What do these levels really mean? Do a close reading of the excerpt entitled “Levels of Performance” from Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework for Teaching by Charlotte Danielson. As you read: – Highlight or underline important ideas to remember – Place a ? by anything that seems confusing

Table Discussion What is the difference between experience and expertise? What are some characteristics of expert teachers? In your own words, summarize what it means when teaching is unsatisfactory (ineffective), basic (developing), proficient (effective), and distinguished (highly effective).

The Swimming Metaphor

What Happens When You are Observed: The administrator records evidence of domains 2 and 3 while watching your lesson. The administrator reviews his/her notes and organizes the evidence by domain and element. The administrator uses all evidence and the rubrics to select a performance level for each element of domains 2 and 3. The administrator completes the observation form by giving examples of evidence for each element of domains 2 and 3.

Review the Rubrics Have each person at your table choose a different rubric for an element of Domain 2 or 3. Read the description under each performance level. Highlight or underline important words. Share what you learned with your table.

Whole Group Discussion What is the major difference between proficient (effective) and distinguished (highly effective) in most elements?

Next Steps: Become very familiar with all of the rubrics. You may also want to read those sections of the book for more clarity. Look at the rubrics when you receive your observation form from your administrator. Use this information to help you understand how he/she evaluated your lesson. Always feel free to ask questions!

Reminder: Evidence folders for Domains 1 and 4 are due on June 1 st. All pieces of evidence should be placed in the APPR folders on the Shared Drive. Please refer to the examples on the handout. Include at least one and no more than two pieces of evidence for each element. Please label your evidence!