Edthena Launches AI-Powered Classroom Observation Tool
Professional learning platform Edthena has introduced Observation Copilot, an AI tool for principals designed to streamline the process of writing up framework-aligned teacher feedback from classroom observation notes.
Using the tool, principals take notes as they observe a teacher in the classroom, the company explained in a news announcement. Observation Copilot then creates a written draft that aligns the principal's evidence with the district's instructional framework or other framework of choice. The tool also provides suggestions for instructionally relevant next steps for teachers. The full feedback can be reviewed, edited, and shared back to the teacher via existing systems.
"The goal of classroom observation is driving meaningful teacher growth, but principals often find that the time spent preparing the feedback delays the process and weakens the impact," said Adam Geller, CEO of Edthena, in a statement. "Observation Copilot is designed specifically to save principals time without sacrificing quality of feedback to teachers. With Observation Copilot, instead of spending hours manually turning unstructured notes into formal feedback, principals can create their first draft before leaving the classroom."
"A typical observation takes me two to three hours to complete the write-up. But, using Observation Copilot, I'm down to about 20 to 30 minutes!" shared Adam Oakley, principal of Spokane Garry Middle School in Spokane Public Schools, who piloted the tool this spring.
Observation Copilot is currently available free of charge to all users. For more information, visit the website here.
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