Stage 1 Over the course of the two-day initial training, participants will get an introduction to the Danielson Framework for teaching as a tool for examining and improving teacher learning and teaching practice.  Participants will have the ability to connect with other professionals and develop a professional learning community that focuses on improving student learning.  By the end of this stage participants will:

• Understand the overall structure, the language, and Common Themes of the Framework for Teaching.

• Know the domains and components of the Framework for Teaching and be able to identify examples of practice that illustrate those components.

• Identify the essential characteristics of each of the Framework’s levels of performance.

• Know and understand the Framework for Teaching

• As a tool for supporting effective and equitable teaching practices. 

• As it relates to the Collaborative Observation Process.

• As it is used for teacher professional growth.