Danielson states that Components 1e and 3c are closely aligned. Discuss why this is true.4. What are the four levels of performance for each domain? List three adjectives or descriptors that might be appropriate for each level.

Teacher Excellence and Support System

Arkansas Department of EducationThe Arkansas Teacher Excellence and Support System (TESS) provides a statewide system for observation and support of K-12 classroom and specialty teachers. Based on the work of Charlotte Danielson, TESS is designed to provide educators with a richer, more detailed view of their performance with a focus on specific strengths and opportunities for improvement.

The system relies on two key evaluation components: teacher performance (based on classroom observations and on other factors – artifacts) and student academic growth.

In 2018, TESS was substantially updated for greater school and district flexibility, while main-taining the essential framework for professional support, growth, and evaluations. These amend-ments were based on feedback from multiple stakeholders.

Relationship of TESS to EDLD 6402As a current or future administrator, it is imperative that you clearly understand the Danielson concepts that are the foundation for TESS.

Based on what you have read in Chapters 1-6 of Danielson’s book, and the Danielson article in Educational Leadership magazine, answer the following questions:

1. What are the four domains of TESS?

Which two are directly observable in the classroom? Which two are not directly observable in the classroom?

2. How many components are within the four domains? Which of the components does Danielson say is “the heart of teaching?” Discuss whether you agree or disagree with Danielson about this.

3. Danielson states that Components 1e and 3c are closely aligned. Discuss why this is true.4. What are the four levels of performance for each domain? List three adjectives or descriptors that might be appropriate for each level.

5. There are seven common themes which do not reflect the work of teaching. However, they do reflect the manner in which teachers “do what they do.” As a future administrator, it is important for you to consider these themes as you seek to define “good teaching” for your teachers. List these seven themes and discuss why each is essential to good teaching.

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