The Art and Science of Teaching

1. The Art and Science of Teaching Marzano’s principles in action at Wahoo Public Schools John Harris – Wahoo Middle School Principal

2. The Art and Science of Teaching The Journey 2010 – District joined Marzano Academy Administration and selected staff attended 2011 – District read Art and Science of TeachingCertified and non-certified through PLC time 2012 – Staff began to implement tenets of Marzano’s research - writing essential learnings and proficiency scales - PLC teams began class walkthroughs - Evaluation tool revision and implementation

3. The Art and Science of Teaching The Impetus In 2010, WPS district administrators and school improvement team members finalized the district’s five-year plan to improve student achievement. We had to change the way we did business.

4. Accountability Goal ACCOUNTABILITY 90% OF WPS STUDENT RATED IN MEET OR EXCEED ON ESSENTIAL SKILLS NeSA - S NeSA - W NeSA - R ACCOUNTABILITY ACCOUNTABILITY ACCOUNTABILITY MISSION NeSA - M 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 The mission of Wahoo Public Schools: Inspiring our students to thrive.

5. The Art and Science of Teaching The Focus Improving Student Achievement and Teacher Effectiveness Effectiveness surveys (HumanEx) Brain research trainings (Dr. Dennison Bhola) Created and trained Data Team leaders Implemented reading and math intervention programs Infusion of technology (computers, Learning Lab, SmartBoards) Staff trainings (Anita Archer, 2nd cadre to Marzano Academy) That’s a lot!

6. The Art and Science of Teaching The Focus Identify KEY ELEMENTS within the Art and Science of Teaching that will best support reaching desired outcome. - Establish and communicate clear learning goals - Establish and maintain classroom rules/procedures - Engage all students in classroom learning - Establish and maintain effective student relationships

7. The Art and Science of Teaching The Research From the Marzano research…. Pink = Items that match Wahoo district focus items

8. The Art and Science of Teaching Instructional Rounds “Collaboration allows teachers to capture each other's fund of collective intelligence.” - Mike Schmoker

9. The Art and Science of Teaching Instructional Rounds Purpose: Staff members have opportunity to witness colleagues applying their craft. Do: Keep the observing group small Observe only 10-15 minutes Focus on Marzano elements Reflect as a group after observation Participate at least once a quarter Don’t: Evaluate colleague Share information outside of the group

10. The Art and Science of Teaching Instructional Rounds Purpose: Staff members have opportunity to witness colleagues applying their craft. Instructional Rounds – 2011 ASCD http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/feb11/vol68/num05/Making-the-Most-of-Instructional-Rounds.aspx

11. The Art and Science of Teaching Instructional Rounds Potential struggles: Scheduling “What time of day should we go?” “Who should be in our group?” Idea: Principal for the period Implementation of observed components “My content area is different?” “They don’t have MY kids.” Idea: Reflective professional goal setting

12. The Art and Science of Teaching Reflection/Goal Setting “Follow effective action with quiet reflection. From the quiet reflection will come even more effective action.” - Peter Drucker

13. Staff members were given their own copy of the district’s evaluation form and encouraged to reflect and rate themselves by Oct 1.

14. Staff members will be encouraged to use their copy of the evaluation form as a journal; principal and teacher will review after each observation.

15. The Art and Science of Teaching The Differences Staff More research-based instruction More data-focused decision making More collaboration outside grade level teams More accountable to school mission

16. The Art and Science of Teaching The Differences Students More awareness of lesson goals More instructional and assessment goal setting More active learners

17. The Art and Science of Teaching The Differences Administrators More focused on developing effective teachers More data-focused decision making More aware of power of collaboration

18. The Art and Science of Teaching Conclusion “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll wind up some place else.” - Yogi Berra John Harris – Wahoo Public Schools joharris@esu2.org 402.443.3101 (w) 402.440.8004 (c)