The answer is simple: H.E.A.T.
Applied to student learning, H.E.A.T. represents
- Higher order thinking,
- Engaged learning,
- Authentic connections, and
- Technology use.
Using the retired David Letterman’s Top 10 List concept, consider how H.E.A.T. data collected from 5-7 minute classroom walkthroughs can simplify all facets of the instructional curricula.
- Use H.E.A.T. data to monitor daily levels of student learning
Provides an easy way to gauge both teaching innovation and student learning aligned to popular teacher evaluation rubrics such as Danielson and Marzano - Use H.E.A.T. data to corroborate teacher self-assessment data
Enables stakeholders to compare perceptions versus reality relating to student learning and teaching practices - Use H.E.A.T. data to set and monitor Student Achievement Goals
Allows leaders to set realistic student achievement targets based on changes in the H.E.A.T. levels during the school year - Use H.E.A.T. data to develop differentiated professional development
Lets stakeholders plan personalized learning for teachers based on the H.E.A.T. metrics - Use H.E.A.T. data to quantify continuous improvement in the classroom
Offers statistical measures to determine areas of significant growth - Use H.E.A.T. data as topics for ongoing grade-level PLC meetings
Engages all stakeholders in the process of continuous improvement - Use H.E.A.T. data to promote peer coaching across grade levels
Provides simple metrics to discuss teaching and learning using a common vocabulary - Use H.E.A.T. data to provide informal feedback about teaching and student learning
Lets teachers conduct their own self-reflection on their professional practice - Use H.E.A.T. data to interpret math and literary benchmark results
Correlates the level of student learning (H.E.A.T.) and teaching innovation with formative achievement results on benchmark tests - Use H.E.A.T. data as a guide to developing lesson plans
Gives teachers a simple rubric to use when planning lessons