But the formative evaluation process calls for the teacher to reflect on strengths and weaknesses and use peers to get feedback on progress made towards goals of professional growth and improved teaching skills. Educator teams from these districts were trained to implement an FTE model in at least one school in their district. They took their goals seriously and really grew together. The formative evaluation process encourages teachers to present a stronger and more varied instructional program that improves student achievement. Formative teacher evaluation programs are valuable because the self-driven feedback process enhances professionalism, fosters collegiality among peers, and strengthens teaching skills.
Formative evaluation is growth oriented.