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Session 3154 There are different titles associated with the purpose of the Walkthroughs. Informal and brief Conducted by various stakeholders Quick snapshots Not intended for teacher evaluation An opportunity for reflective conversation Aimed at improving student achievement

Components of Walkthroughs:  based on the purpose Protocols- how or process Focus- look fors Participants- stakeholders those doing the Walkthroughs Data gathering- how and what kinds Feedback- how is the feedback given

Direct teacher involvement:  how to conduct effective Walkthroughs  ASCD DVD

Purpose- look for assessment practices, monitor progress of school initiative, curriculum, monitor classroom practices

Lasts 5-10 minutes, Walkthroughs should not be done only once and twice a year,  done frequently will give you a better picture of what is going on. Look what is on the wall, the type of assessment is going on, what is the student doing what are the key things you want to focus on,

Things to celebrate as well as things to work on can be assessed with Walkthroughs

When giving feedback you should describe what you see without giving a label.

To begin frequent Walkthroughs involving teachers you can solicit volunteers.

Teachers need to be involved in the design for the principals. This builds trust. Trust Transparent Truthful

Walkthroughs are just one school improvement tools. Making the most of instructional rounds by Robert Marzano February issue ASCD page 80-81

Ka Piina reflection:  In this model Walkthroughs are not use for evaluation, but for professional development. If we are able to follow this model and develop trust with our staff then the formal observations could be use for evaluation free of issues.