Often there is a need of a road map for describing the various practices in instruction, curriculum, and assessment. It describes the variations that a program can take. It is important to note that these maps should not be used for teacher evaluation. They are diagnostic tools that may be used for the purposes described below. By themselves, teachers can review their teaching and compare it with those presented in the map.
Teachers can use the maps to observe in colleagues classrooms.
The maps serve as the guide for planning, observing and follow-up dialogue. The developers of this IC Map are teachers, DSO, and DoDEA personnel within the DoDEA System. Teacher collects data that reflect both process and product for individuals and groups. Teacher clearly states goals for groups and individuals. Teacher collects data that reflect both process and product for groups.