Idaho Administrator Recertification Course - Evaluations - 3 credits

This course emphasizes the critical role of effective instructional supervision and evaluation in building a positive school culture. It provides an overview of Idaho's supervision and evaluation requirements, combining theory with practical exercises to develop participants' skills. Participants will become proficient in Idaho’s Framework for Teacher Evaluations and learn about evaluation techniques and Idaho’s legal requirements. As a result of active participation in this course, participants will: • Understand the Importance of Instructional Supervision and Evaluation: - Recognize the role of supervision and evaluation in fostering a positive school culture. • Master Idaho's Evaluation Framework: - Gain proficiency in Idaho’s Framework for Teaching, understanding its components and applications. • Develop Practical Supervision Skills: - Engage in interactive exercises to build practical skills in supervising and evaluating instruction. • Learn Evaluation Techniques: - Explore various evaluation methods and their purposes, including feedback for improvement, portfolio development, and personnel decisions. • Understand Legal Requirements: - Study Idaho laws, rules, and policies related to instructional supervision and evaluation. • Implement Effective Practices: - Identify and apply effective practices in supervision and evaluation to support instructional improvement and effective decision-making. • Enhance Leadership Capabilities: - Develop strategies for leading learning organizations, including mentoring, peer coaching, and evidence-based decision-making. • Build Assessment Literacy: - Develop a strong understanding of assessment principles and practices to effectively evaluate student learning and instructional effectiveness.