219 Trust in Teacher Observations

Alex Wenzel is the Principal of the Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmont in the Denver Public Schools.  Alex leads bold transformations of the underlying structures and motivations in educational institutions; toward inclusivity, cooperation, and improved quality of life for all.Craig Randall is driven to transform the world of teacher evaluation and observation through Trust-based Observations. When leaders build trust with their teachers such that they feel safe, then those teachers will embrace the vulnerability necessary to take big risks risks in their practice, the result is teaching and learning growth.   The humanistic approach to improvement is essential in learning and teaching.  We have lost it in the hunt for data. We discuss the teacher observation systems and how to make it more trusting.The Disrupt Education Podcast is a proud member of The EdUp Experience Podcast Network#rebelteachernetworkCheck out our sponsors belowTrust Based ObservationsWith current methods of teacher evaluations not improving teaching and learning it's time for a change. With a frightening teacher shortage looming, we need teachers to stay and we need to really improve teaching and learning we have to transform the way we observe and evaluate teachers. Trust-Based Observations provides that transformative change. You see, we  understand that first and foremost we're in a people business. And as such, we have to create conditions most conducive to learning. We do that by using the observation process to: Build meaningful differentiated trusting relationships with each teacher; Develop safe spaces where empowered teachers embrace taking risks to grow practice because they know they're supported; Create schoolwide cultures of trust where, as Hattie describes Trust-Based Observations, "Demonstrating collective teacher efficacy in action" is the norm.The result: improved teaching and learning and workplaces where teachers want to stay!  Head to www.trustbased.comeLearning PartnersNeed help starting your eLearning courses or training? Get INSTANT access to the FREE MasterClass: “Create and Launch a Successful eLearning Program, Online Course, or Virtual Training” where you will learn the biggest mistake most people make with eLearning, the #1 reason most eLearning programs fail, the 3 Pillars to create extraordinary value for your learners every time, and much more! Hit the link and get instant access to the free MasterClass today —> https://www.e-learningpartners.com/a/2147499455/SH7oznjYspikeviewYou are more than a grade and test score.  Colleges, internships, jobs, any opportunity needs to see that!  Head to www.spikeview.com and build your portfolio for FREE and start heading towards your dreams today!