Classroom Instruction Research: What’s Holding Up Student Learning?

  • Students mostly working by themselves
  • Unstructured lessons
  • No formal checking for understanding
  • Little student interaction
  • No coral reading
  • No justifying answers
  • Teaching worksheets only
  • Limited teacher modeling of thought processes

Observations from 45 Classrooms

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* In 62% of 45 classes, students were working by themselves.

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What’s Happening At Your School? Find Out With A School Walkthrough

Walkthroughs quantifies existing instructional practices.

Admins will learn how to shift from generic observations to measuring specific, research-based strategies that improve instruction.

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After Walkthroughs, Reform Shifts to Instruction

After we take you on a walkthrough and collect observations, you’ll be able to design a school reform targeted to effective instruction at your school.

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Enhance Effective Instruction with School Walkthroughs

Actionable Feedback

Deliver precise feedback that enhances teaching effectiveness and boosts student outcomes.

Consistent Practices

Ensure uniformity in instructional strategies across your school for cohesive teaching methods.

Immediate Improvements

Witness rapid advancements as teachers gain clarity on expectations and instructional goals.

Credible Leadership

Strengthen your leadership by confidently guiding and supporting effective teaching practices.

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Frequently Asked Questions
How much are school walkthroughs?

School walkthroughs are complimentary and have no fees.

Where are school walkthroughs available?

We provide free school walkthroughs for schools in California. Contact us for other locations.

How are multiple schools in the district done?

Bring in 5 or 10 principals to one school and do the walk around together with us. This is a reform launcher at many schools; admins quantify what’s going on in the classroom and can see what to work on.