Using Portfolios for Teacher Evaluation

Questions to Consider

Using Portfolios for Teacher EvaluationChad AllisonMay 2013

1-2 Formal Classroom EvaluationsDrop-in Visits

Current Evaluation Process

Charlotte Danielson

Domain 2: Classroom Environment2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport2b Establishing a Culture for Learning2c Managing Classroom Procedures2d Managing Student Behavior2e Organizing Physical Space

Observable in Classroom Evaluation

Domain 3: Instruction3a Communicating With Students3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques3c Engaging Students in Learning3d Using Assessment in Instruction3e Demonstrating Flexibility and ResponsivenessObservable in Classroom Evaluation

Domain 1: Planning and Preparation1a Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy1b Demonstrating Knowledge of Students1c Setting Instructional Outcomes1d Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources1e Designing Coherent Instruction1f Designing Student AssessmentsLess Observable During a Classroom Evaluation

Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities4a Reflecting on Teaching4b Maintaining Accurate Records4c Communicating with Families4d Participating in a Professional Community4e Growing and Developing Professionally4f Showing ProfessionalismLess Observable During a Classroom Evaluation

Perception, Guesswork Lack of EvidenceBased on the Evaluator finding/observing components

Limitations of Current Method

Use Portfolios to Evaluate Domains 1 and 4Potential Artifacts

A Simple Proposal:Lesson PlansParent ContactsNewslettersWebsiteProfessional Development Advancing EducationParticipation in District Leadership

Enhances evaluation accuracyInclusion of all domains Increases specificityReduces biasGives teacher control

Benefits of Using Portfolios for teacher Evaluation

A great teacher is the single most important factor in a child's education.

Chad.allison@k12.sd.us