Northwest Regional Comprehensive Center

This symposium will engage participants in considering teacher effectiveness issues - What is it? How is it measured? What is the SEA role in setting policy and developing guidance?

During the symposium, SEA teams will have the opportunity to:

• Explore findings from recent literature research
• Learn from colleagues in other states
• Consider needed actions

SEA Teams

The symposium is designed to promote interaction among and between SEA teams. Each state may send up to eight team members to attend. Travel and lodging costs for up to three team members will be provided by NWRCC. Travel and lodging costs for additional members will be provided by the SEA.

Expected Outcomes

The expected outcomes for SEA teams attending the symposium are to:

• Develop a shared understanding of the multiple components included in a comprehensive and robust definition of teacher effectiveness
• Increase understanding of methods for measuring teacher effectiveness
• Identify action steps to promote effective dialogue among stakeholders about improving teacher effectiveness

Registration for this symposium will open on March 15, 2010

The agenda, hotel information, confirmed presenters, and other details will be posted at this site as they become available. We look forward to seeing your team in May!