Classroom observation was designed to support teachers’ professional growth. At its best, it provides structured feedback, encourages reflection, and strengthens instructional practice. Within the ...

Different observation tools are available to suit various needs. Policy makers in states from coast to coast are demanding more rigorous teacher evaluations that lead to real improvements in ...

For many teachers today, classroom observation no longer feels like professional support. It has become a moment of performance, something to be rehearsed, perfected, and survived. Lessons are ...

Inclusive education is widely supported, but many teachers still struggle to make it work. A new book offers practical guidance ...

Growing up, I was always taught to be inclusive to everyone, especially my classmates who I would see every day. My godbrother has autism, and being inclusive has always been important to me because I ...

What is Inclusion in the Classroom and Why is it Important? Inclusion in the classroom means that all children, no matter their racial, religious, or ethnic background, gender, learning style, or ...

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a powerful law, assuring that all children will be provided with an appropriate education. Because of IDEA, The NYC Department of Education is ...

Instructional leaders need to know what is happening when the bell rings and the door closes — in every classroom, in every building, every day. And the best way to do that is through careful but ...

This course focuses on the pedagogical knowledge and skills necessary to teach diverse learners in public schools and other educational settings. Through fieldwork observations, readings, and ...