Teacher evaluation systems play a crucial role in improving instruction and student achievement. Evidence for the Marzano Focused Model: Reforming Teacher Evaluation in a Time of Change explores how the Marzano Focused Teacher Evaluation Model (FTEM) enhances accuracy and efficiency in teacher assessments. This study examines the correlation between teacher observation ratings and student growth, demonstrating how the streamlined model maintains strong predictive validity while reducing the complexity of evaluations. With a research-backed approach aligned to the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the FTEM provides school leaders with a practical tool for driving instructional improvement.
