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Focus on Pedagogy
Dec 20, 20242 min read
The LoTi® Digital Age Survey: A Data-Driven Approach to Tracking Technology Implementation
The LoTi® Digital Age Survey is a powerful tool embedded in the EPiC™ Support Dashboard, designed to measure the instructional use of...
Dec 6, 20242 min read
The EPP Candidate Observation Tool: Enhancing Observation Efficiency and Data Tracking
The EPiC™ Support Dashboard equips Educator Preparation Programs (EPPs) with multiple measures to ensure that the teacher preparation...
Nov 26, 20243 min read
Giving Thanks for Evidence-Based Scoring: How the EPiC™ Key Assessment Eliminates Subjectivity in Teacher Candidate Evaluations
As we approach Thanksgiving, a time for reflection and gratitude, there’s something important in the world of teacher preparation that...
Aug 28, 20242 min read
Ensuring Equity and Access in Teacher Assessments with EPiC™
Providing all educators with the tools and support they need to succeed is crucial. The EPiC™ Key Assessment and its aligned support...
Aug 16, 20242 min read
Improving Instruction: How EPiC™ Guides Future Planning
Effective teaching goes beyond delivering lessons day after day; it requires teachers to actively participate in a revolving cycle of...
Aug 2, 20242 min read
Learning Through Targeted Feedback: The EPiC™ Approach
Effective feedback for classroom students, facilitated by dedicated teachers, not only highlights areas of improvement but also...
Jun 25, 20242 min read
Discover EPiC™—A Modern, Reliable, and Affordable Preparation Assessment Solution
As statewide policies requiring that Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs) use specific state-approved teacher preparation assessments...
Jun 21, 20242 min read
Leveraging Assessment Data to Drive Student Success with EPiC™
Teachers play a pivotal role in shaping the future by assessing and understanding their students' learning needs. The ability to craft...
Jun 13, 20242 min read
Evaluating Standards-Based Assessments and Rubrics with EPiC™
The importance of creating effective, standards-based assessments and rubrics cannot be overstated. These tools are essential for...
Jun 4, 20242 min read
Focus on Coaching & Feedback with the EPiC™ Support Dashboard
According to renowned educator Sir Ken Robinson, "Coaching provides the support and encouragement people need to explore their potential...
May 30, 20242 min read
Focus on Reflective Practice: Leveraging EPiC™ for Enhanced Instructional Effectiveness
Reflective practice involves a cyclical process of self-observation, self-evaluation, and self-improvement that is a cornerstone of...
May 24, 20243 min read
Harnessing the Power of Higher-Level Questioning with EPiC™
In a rapidly evolving world, the jobs of tomorrow have yet to be created. To navigate this uncertainty, today's students must cultivate...
Apr 18, 20241 min read
Charting a Path to Growth: A Teacher's Experience with the EPiC™ Key Assessment
What do teacher candidates actually think about the EPiC™ Key Assessment ? In a recent interview with Kevin McKinley, a seasoned educator...
Apr 12, 20242 min read
Empowering Respectful Classrooms: Focus on Nurturing Classroom Relationships with EPiC™
Where knowledge meets enthusiasm and curiosity sparks learning, lies a pivotal truth: the heartbeat of every successful classroom is...
Apr 3, 20243 min read
Engaging Students in Meaningful Learning with the EPiC™ Support Dashboard
In the realm of education, an orderly classroom might give the illusion of engaged students, but the truth is far more complicated. True...
Mar 29, 20242 min read
Navigating the Maze: Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom with the EPiC™ Support Dashboard
As educators, we are tasked with addressing varying academic readiness levels and accommodating special student populations such as...
Mar 22, 20243 min read
Ensuring Effective Lesson Planning Through Standards Alignment With the EPiC™ Support Dashboard
Effective lesson planning stands as the cornerstone of impactful teaching. Yet, all too often, educators fall into the trap of...
Mar 15, 20242 min read
Flipping the Script: How EPiC™ Disrupts Conventional Rubic-based Scoring
Historically, teacher preparation programs have used conventional scoring rubrics to rate their teacher candidate's culminating...
Feb 29, 20242 min read
Crafting the EPiC™ Key Assessment: Transforming Teacher Preparation in Georgia
As educators, we understand the pivotal role assessments play in shaping not only student learning but also the effectiveness of teacher...
Feb 21, 20242 min read
Streamlining CAEP Self-Study Reporting with EPiC™: A Guide for Educator Preparation Programs
In the realm of educator preparation, accreditation holds paramount importance. It signifies a commitment to quality, adherence to...
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