Data Collection and Fidelity of Implementation in the SC Gateways Project

Susan Kreh BeckProject DirectorSouth Carolina Department of EducationData Collection and Fidelity of Implementation in the SC Gateways Project

Classroom Mosaic is a web-based app that provides an easy, efficient, and secure way to perform teacher observations. Observation templates can be created to suit any schools needs and instant feedback is provided to the teacher. We also offer online tools for our users to perform custom in-depth observation analysis.

Basic Features of Classroom Mosaic

No Software NecessaryBecause all of the tools are available on the website, no additional software is needed. Even if you don't have an iPhone or an iPad, our website gives you all the functionality you need to use all of the features of Classroom Mosaic on any smart phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop.

Different Access LevelsThe role-based login system allows for observations to not only be performed by principals and administrators but also by department heads and other teachers.

Import with EaseWe provide the tools you need to easily import all of your teachers and observers in a few simple steps.

The Company GoalsInnovation: We want technology to work for you, not against you. As technology progresses, we strive to advance our system to help you.Support: We are completely committed to helping all of our clients. Have questions? Need our help? Email us.Clarity: We strive to provide information that will allow you to easily analyze your observations and identify your strengths and weaknesses.

Goals ContinuedSimplicity: The interfaces have been created in cooperation with educators like you. We strive to create a product that is intuitive and can be easily utilized by any user.Progress: The system provides many tools that we believe will facilitate improvement in your school or district. By utilizing the latest technology, our goal is to allow administrators to spend less time filling out paperwork and more time observing teachers in the classroom. By providing teachers with quality feedback, the educational experience for your students can be enriched.

Instructional Activities Recording

Continuous time to add up to 20 minutesA timer starts when the first activity is chosen. A reminder flashes for data collection at the 10-minute mark.Instructional Activities

Tracking individual questionsRatio of InteractionTime on Task at 10 MinutesWe may move to every 5 minutesTime on Task at 20 MinutesContent Plan

Checklist items on teacher behaviorCan complete these items when the 20-minute observation timer is completeAssessment for Learning

Data on the use of assessment Teacher useStudent participation

AlsoExpectations RespectClosing Remarks

Additional CommentsFeaturesSwipe between screens for greater accessibility than paper formsReports on observations CAN BE sent directly to the teacher observedTimers Class rosters can be uploaded CHAMPS Fidelity ChecklistAverages the scores Unobtrusive observationData uploads to the secure server and can be downloaded to Excel.Web version is also accessible from a laptop or desktopGuidelines for Success

Attention Signal

Beginning and Ending Routines

Class Rules

Ratio of Interaction

Classroom Management Plan

Expectations for Academic Tasks

Expectations for Transitions

Management of Early-Stage Misbehavior

CHAMPs FidelityWill be measured quarterly to 3 times per yearSC Gateways Coaches will also monitor individual classroom data based on the focus of the instructional coachingProvides a tool to measure change over time For More Tools and Information ContactSusan Beck, Project Director, SC Gateways sbeck@ed.sc.govTyler Smith, Classroom Mosaic, tsmith@classroommosaic.com