Teachstone

Introduction to the CLASS

This program introduces the CLASS structure, its various uses, and the importance of effective teacher-student interactions to learning.

Duration: K-3 is available in two-, four- and six-hour versions. The Pre-K six-hour version is available now, with the two- and four-hour versions coming fall 2010.

Delivery: Face-to-face by experienced Teachstone facilitators or members of your staff who have completed the new CLASS Train-the-Trainer program

Enroll: Attend the Introduction to the CLASS through a Regional or On-site Training

This program works well in combination with either of Teachstone’s ongoing professional development program options (MTP and Looking at CLASSrooms).

Video Library

Research at the University of Virginia suggests that teacher use of the CLASS Video Library boosts effective teacher-child interactions. Each library contains brief videos that highlight effective interactions within specific CLASS dimensions.

Duration: One-month, six-month and one-year subscription options

Delivery: Videos are accessed independently via the Internet. Access to computers and high-speed Internet is required.

Enroll: Purchase Video Library subscriptions from our online store.

Sample Video: View sample videos from the Pre-K, K-3, Upper Elementary, and Secondary Libraries

Looking at CLASSrooms

Looking at CLASSrooms extends the Video Library by providing structured, self-paced video observations and feedback using interactive, multimedia tools.

Duration: Self-paced, approximately 20-40 hours

Delivery: Videos and interactive materials are accessed via the Internet. Users may work independently or in small study groups.

Available Fall 2010

Each subscription includes a hard copy of the CLASS Dimensions Guide. Access to computers and high-speed Internet is required.

MyTeachingPartner (MTP)

Teachstone’s flagship CLASS-based professional development program is MyTeachingPartner (MTP). MTP is a research-based, intensive and ongoing coaching program proven to boost effective classroom interactions and improve child outcomes. MTP coaches and teachers focus their work together on the teachers’ classroom video and the CLASS. Choose from the following MTP options:

MTP Teacher Support
Teachers receive direct coaching focused on the CLASS from Teachstone’s expert MTP Coaches. In addition to this yearlong, one-on-one support, Teachstone provides all teacher materials, video cameras, the MTP web interface, and a webinar-based kickoff event.

MTP Coach Support
Your coaches receive training and support from Teachstone as they implement MTP with your teachers. In addition to extensive training and yearlong support, Teachstone provides the MTP web interface, all coach and teacher materials, and video cameras.

Duration: 10 months

Delivery: Teacher-coach interactions occur via email, a web interface, and telephone. Coaches are supported via MTP face-to-face kick-off training, email, teleconferencing, and webinars

Enroll: Contact Teachstone to enroll in MTP