Training Materials for Evaluators

Department Chair Training Materials

FAQ for department chairs – answers commonly asked questions organized in the following categories:  (1) old versus new process, (2) role of the TAP leader and mentor, (3) TAP curriculum, (4) the portfolio, and (5) Departmental Policies and Vote Criteria.  

Department policy examples – models that can be used as a reference when creating departmental policies; TAP leaders can also provide alternative samples.  

Semester 1 Chair Schedule – highlights the important deadlines for department chairs.  

Expectations for Departmental Letters – provides guidelines for writing strong letters.  

Department Chair Sample Letter (English) —This is a sample letter designed to illustrate the expectations for effective departmental letters 

Classroom Observation

Classroom Observation Form     

Powerpoint – Classroom Observation 

Classroom Observation Guidelines– This document provides an overview for conducting classroom observations by detailing activities that should happen before, during, and after the observation.

Classroom Teaching Sample (Speech)

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