The Essentials for Standards-Driven Classrooms: A Practical Instructional Model for Every Student to Achieve Rigor

by Carla Moore, Michael D. Toth, Robert J. Marzano

The Essentials for Achieving Rigor model of instruction and corresponding series of books were developed to help teachers provide that caliber of truly rigorous instruction. This guide, developed by authors of the Essentials series, brings it all together, with valuable tips and guidance to help teachers leverage essential strategies to:
Conduct standards-based planning and instruction
Establish conditions for learning and criteria for success
Use formative assessment data to make decisions
Practice strategies in a unified system of instruction
Get a big-picture view of the Essentials model. This guide empowers educators and leaders to transform their schools into thriving, sustainable communities of practice.

111 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 3, 2017

Reviews

[Amy Mancini · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple, clear language make this book accessible for all teachers and administrators. While nothing in here is particularly new, it is framed in a way teachers can directly apply to their practice. It would make a great book study text.

[Debbie Morton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great overview of moving to standards-based instruction to ensure rigor in the classroom.

[Marcie Marzullo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent and specific!!! Ready for my staff meeting this month.