ERIC Number: ED602395
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2019-Aug
Pages: 62
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: N/A
EISSN: N/A
Available Date: N/A
Developing Ambitious Mathematics Instruction through Web-Based Coaching: A Randomized Field Trial. EdWorkingPaper No. 19-119
Kraft, Matthew A.; Hill, Heather C.
Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University
This paper describes and evaluates a web-based coaching program designed to support teachers in implementing Common Core-aligned math instruction. Web-based coaching programs can be operated at relatively lower costs, are scalable, and make it more feasible to pair teachers with coaches who have expertise in their content area and grade level. Results from our randomized field trial document sizable and sustained effects on both teachers' ability to analyze instruction and on their instructional practice, as measured the Mathematical Quality of Instruction (MQI) instrument and student surveys. However, these improvements in instruction did not result in corresponding increases in math test scores as measured by state standardized tests or interim assessments. We discuss several possible explanations for this pattern of results.
Descriptors: Web Based Instruction, Coaching (Performance), Mathematics Instruction, Program Effectiveness, Standardized Tests, Scores, Teacher Competencies, Teaching Methods, Teacher Attitudes, Program Implementation, Teaching Skills, Mathematics Achievement, Elementary School Teachers, Middle School Teachers
Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University. Brown University Box 1985, Providence, RI 02912. Tel: 401-863-7990; Fax: 401-863-1290; e-mail: AISR_Info@brown.edu; Web site: http://www.annenberginstitute.org
Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative; Numerical/Quantitative Data
Education Level: Elementary Education; Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: National Science Foundation (NSF)
Authoring Institution: Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University
Grant or Contract Numbers: DRL1348144
Author Affiliations: N/A