Teachers
Teachers are very important in the quality of schools and the overall educational experience. In fact, the quality of teachers is the most important thing when it comes to how good a school is. High-quality teachers usually have formal training and certifications. They take extra time to plan and prepare lessons. They are good at organizing and managing their classrooms. They use different kinds of activities and ways of teaching. They also show respect and care for their students.[] Even though many things can affect how good a teacher is, they’re often judged by how well their students do in school. A better way to know if teachers in your community are good is to look at their qualifications and on-the-job performance ratings.[]
[ED55] The Power of an Effective Teacher and Why We Should Assess It. https://www.ascd.org/books/linking-teacher-evaluation-and-student-learning?chapter=the-power-of-an-effective-teacher-and-why-we-should-assess-it
[ED57] Buddin, R., and Zamarro, G. (2010). What Teacher Characteristics Affect Student Achievement?: Findings from Los Angeles Public Schools. https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RB9526.html