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"Classroom observation documents tend to be revised from year to year based on the needs of individual buildings and groups of teachers. Because of this, it is critical for evaluators to be knowledgeable of the tools that they can use, and most importantly, revise so that their work is current and relevant each year. Many principals are on the lookout for a perfect observation "tool" or "app" that will instantly tell them what to look for during a classroom observation. The real task is for the evaluator to reflect and be knowledgable about what they need to look for and THEN find a tool that can be customized to fit their needs and make their work easier. With the help of an iPad, I believe I have found just the tool."

"The objective of the IP Faculty pages is to document: Plan(s) for integration of content into the Practices of Definitive Preparation Pedagogical strategies Request for instructional technology support as needed Evidence: description and link(s) to activity that demonstrate each of the Practices"

Hey Leslie, This was really exciting to see highlighted in the NY Times. I am a former Consulting Teacher in the PAR program in MCPS and can't say enough good things about my experience and the process. Thanks for posting.