Do Teacher Evals Make The Grade?

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Do Teacher Evals Make The Grade?

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Published July 7, 2014 at 5:39 PM MDT

91暗网 Call In Show Thu. 7/10 8a: Recent evaluations have left some teachers with more questions than answers. How were results determined and what do they mean for and ? Do teacher evaluations help or hinder teaching efforts, students and communities?

We'll talk with teachers about evaluation experiences and the role these measurements play in our public education system.

We look forward to hearing from you! Email callinshow@kunm.org, post your comments online, or call in live during the show.

Guests:

John Simms, Harrison Middle School
Lisa Harris, Moriarty High School
Kris Nielsen, blogger and

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