Greater Context Adds Value and Clarity to Teaching

By The Danielson Group Team In 1996, when Charlotte Danielson first published the Framework for Teaching, Bill Clinton was re-elected President of the United States; the average gas price was $1.71 […]
HOW ONE DISTRICT LEVERAGED THE DG RESOURCES TO REIMAGINE OBSERVATION AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

An Assistant Superintendent’s Take on Why the FFT Matters More than Ever By Dr. Matthew Friedman The Danielson Group is partnering with the South Orange & Maplewood School District in New Jersey to implement […]
PL-I DIDN’T LEARN THIS IN COLLEGE!

A Coach’s Perspective On The Professional Learning with Impact (PLI) Project By Sarah Bombick with an introduction from Teresa Lien The Danielson Group (DG) is partnering with Learning Forward in a […]
TEACHERS NEED SUPPORT NOW. SCHOOL LEADERS CAN GIVE IT TO THEM.

As we enter the holiday season and prepare for a mid-year break from classrooms, it’s impossible not to reflect on the barrage of stories we’ve seen this year on the waning […]
School Leaders: Educators Need Intellectual Engagement, Too.

An Interview with Framework Specialist, Cheryl Swift
Engaging Your Students: Mind, Heart, Hands-On Learning

In our experience supporting schools around the country in their pursuit of excellent and equitable teaching, school leaders and educators often cite lack of student engagement as the biggest problem […]
Interviews With The Experts: Creating Welcoming & Inclusive Classrooms (Part II)

Part II: Maria Akinyele (Assistant Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships) interviews Brian Johnson (Assistant Director of Learning Design and Development) Earlier this month, we explored the foundation of creating […]
Interviews with the Experts: Creating Welcoming & Inclusive Classrooms (Part I)

Part I: Brian Johnson (Assistant Director of Learning Design and Development) interviews Maria Akinyele (Assistant Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships) As a new school year begins, students across the […]
Reflecting On Feedback: Updates To The FFT And How They Apply To Your School

Over the last decade, new research has taught us more about how effective teaching can transform student learning and well-being, especially in a rapidly changing world. Throughout the process of […]