Functions & Challenges of Schools for the Emerging-Level Evaluator

There are specific challenges faced by secondary schools that impact the work of evaluators working in the context of GEAR UP. This course explores the connection between collecting data from schools and understanding the challenges schools face. 

This course covers:

• Challenges secondary schools face; and
• The impact of school improvement efforts and challenges.

Take this course to elevate your sensitivity of the demands that schools face so you may develop successful strategies to meet your evaluation needs.

Estimated time to complete the course
1.5 hours

Take the full series
This is the first of three courses on the functions and challenges of schools for evaluators. The courses build on each other, so we recommend taking all three courses, regardless of experience. The full series should take up to 6 hours to complete and you can take the courses at your own pace.

Certificate of Completion
To receive a certificate of completion, you must complete each lesson, all surveys, and pass the assessment with an 80% or higher for which you will have two retake opportunities.

This course was developed in partnership with Learning Forward, a professional learning association for educators.