Discussion Post: Teaching Effectiveness Measures
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From the bullet point list below, select one topic for which you will lead the discussion in the forum this week. Early in the week, reserve your selected topic by posting your response (reservation post) to the Discussion Area, identifying your topic in the subject line. Be specific about your topic so that someone else could select the same bullet point but focus their post differently. By the due date assigned, research your topic and start a scholarly conversation as you respond with your initial or primary post to your own reservation post in the Discussion Area.
Topic:
o What are some of the pros and cons of using teaching portfolios as a measure of teaching effectiveness?
Additionally, provide a brief paragraph describing your personal experience with completing teacher evaluation forms (student ratings forms) and how that experience impacted your understanding of the material.
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.