Transparent+Practice

__**Skill 5: Transparent practice – Jeff Clausen**__


 * //An example of the absence of transparent practice…//**

//There is a lack of drive and direction to the process. Mrs. Jones may be just going through the TDEF "dance" without giving thought to what// is //best to improve herself professionally. She has chosen areas that are easy to document (for instance "professional growth" because she is taking grad courses)// //instead of challenging herself. Documentation is sparse and late coming in.There is a desire to put in a minimum effort rather than what is needed to truly to improve. Essentially the effort is minimum and the results are diminished.//

//**An example of the presence of**// **//transparent practice//**//**…**//

//**Transparent Practice is...**//
 * Letting teachers know clear expectations of TDEF practice
 * Setting clear deadlines
 * Monitoring progress at regular intervals
 * Being consistent with other Coordinators and school TDEF policy


 * //The goal of transparent practice is...//**