Better Feedback for Better Teaching: A Practical Guide to Improving Classroom Observations

Praise for better feedback for better teaching

"Educators are committed to strengthening their teaching. But to do that, they need accurate information on their current practice, and suggestions for improving it. Better Feedback for Better Teaching provides essential guidance so all teachers can benefit from classroom observations by colleagues, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who are adequately prepared to do this important work."

—Charlotte Danielson, developer of the Framework for Teaching

"Better Feedback for Better Teaching sheds critical light on the importance of effective feedback, the bedrock of improving teacher practice. This book is what the field has been missing—an actionable resource to help translate theory into reality."

—Ellen Moir, CEO, New Teacher Center

"When it comes to teaching, the quality of feedback really matters. This book??offers practical guidance and advice for ensuring that teachers receive actionable, constructive feedback that will pay ultimate dividends in student success."

—Sara Heyburn, Executive Director, Tennessee State Board of Education

"Teacher observations and evaluations should be a developmental process focused on improving teacher performance. Better Feedback for Better Teaching explains how to make that happen. A must read for all responsible for teacher development."

—Dan Domenech, Executive Director, AASA

"Classroom observations are the best tool we have to help teachers improve their practice. But even the best tools have to be used the right way. This book is a great 'how to' guide to get the most out of observations."

—MaryEllen Elia, New York State Education Commissioner