Teaching & Learning
Schools are, of course, known as sites of learning for students. But if school cultures are to flourish, schools and educators themselves must also engage in learning. In fact, a school culture in which educators are committed to ongoing learning and improvement is linked to flourishing not only for the school and educators, but also for students.
Teaching & Learning FSCM Constructs
Feedback – Feedback on teaching practice and classroom management is given regularly to facilitate adjustments in real-time.
Collaboration – Learning from and with other teachers drives and inspires better teaching.
Systems Thinking – When planning for change, the potential impact on the school, the classroom, students, and the overall system are considered.
Data-Driven Improvement – Data is used to gauge school results and effectiveness, determine goal attainment, and address problems the school faces.
Professional Development – PD is provided on-site and is subject- and role-specific.
Outcomes Focus – Process doesn't matter if it isn't producing results, and change is distracting if it doesn't lead to increases in student achievement.
Culture of Improvement – Guided by school leadership and focused on teh future, the school is continually improving/makes necessary changes to improve.
Individualized Instruction – Students are helped to figure out how they learn best and to identify their natural strengths.
Best Practice Orientation – Keeping up with best practices is prioritized and resources for doing so can be identified.
Engaged Learning – Students engage in activities that nurture critical thinking, evaluating information, and problem solving.
Behaviors for Learning – The classroom is orderly and well-managed, and teachers are organized and consistent in supporting student behaviors that contribute to learning.
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