Once questions are targeted, This form can be used in a PLC to generate conversations around questions that were most missed by students. There is also a piece to reflect on what the teacher well to foster student performance.

This is a resource that can be used to target misconceptions and DOK for assessments.

This mentor lesson observation and reflection form is to be completed by the BT when observing the mentor (or another master teacher) teach a lesson. This form provides a guided opportunity for the BT to reflect on different elements of the lesson and is a springboard for a discussion between the BT and mentor and/or coach.

This form will allow mentors and coaches to provide instructional feedback on walk-throughs to beginning teachers. There are six sections including basic information; student participation and engagement;
collaboration; lesson planning; high expectations; and feedback.

Primary teachers, did you know play is a research-based best practice? Children grow and learn in all developmental areas through their engagement in centers: language and literacy, cognitive, social emotional, and physical. Child initiated, hands-on experiences provide standards-based practice in a risk-free environment. In this recorded webinar, tips for setting up center and actionable steps for implementation are shared. Teachers will leave with an understanding of how children learn through play. Research will be shared on why play is an integral part of the learning process for primary grades. Not only is this best for children, it allows teachers to target standards, differentiate instruction, and personalize learning. Participants will delve into the Office of Early Learning’s new Play to Learn Planning Guides and Posters. Both the Play to Learn Planning Guides and Posters are share on #GoOpenNC.

What is a SOAR Analysis? SOAR is a postive, strength-building analysis that a team can use to build an approach or future strategy based on reflecting about their current strengths, opportunities, aspirations, and results. When faced with a challenge, it is often routine to think about threats or dangers. SOAR provides a positive approach that is still results driven.This template could be used with students as they plan problem based learning projects or in preparing a solution for a real world issue. The template could also be used for professional development and school improvement.