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Involving teachers in their own evaluation keeps the focus on student learning.

One purpose is measurement; the other is improvement. How do we achieve both?

To ensure that the "right" teachers are retained, both assistance and evaluation are necessary.

The good coach doesn't just keep track of scores but insists on guided practice.

How to conduct classroom observations with integrity and skill.

Research-based recommendations on how to minimize mistakes with VAM.

The MET project does not get at the heart of teacher effectiveness.

Three ideas for capturing a more accurate picture of a teacher's work.

A report from New York on the mischief of labeling teachers.

In neighboring districts, one system generates churn; the other, skills.

A saga of unintended consequences in Texas.

A Tennessee teacher reflects on her own evaluation.

After a two-year implementation, South Korea schools are adding individual improvements to the new teacher evaluation system.

Reviews, research, and relevant reads.

Researchers warn: Heed the caveats before embracing new measures.

Five ways to improve score validity.

Virtual delivery of instruction deserves a plan.

Insights about human memory as applied to faculty meetings.

What would your dream evaluator do?

Find readers' stories here and online, and contribute your own response to an upcoming question.

News and resources from ASCD.

Six insights about teacher evaluation.