A reliable indicator of high-quality early education is impactful interaction between children and adults. The CLASS® tool by Teachstone Inc. creates a common language and metric to define and assess quality interactions, across three domains: Emotional Support, Classroom Organization, and Instructional Support.
Below is a list of selected Teachstone links, providing in-depth coverage of a variety of CLASS®-related topics:
CLASS® Overview:
- The Complete Guide to CLASS®
- Common Questions about CLASS®
- PreK-3rd Grade CLASS Coding Tips
- CLASS® Resources by Age
- Teachstone Podcasts: “Teaching with CLASS®” & “Impacting the Classroom”
- Implementation Strategies: View the video and request the 2024 Guide
CLASS® Observer Resources:
- Tips for CLASS® Observer Testing
- Observer Reliability Support Page
- Notetaking for CLASS® Observers
- K-3 Observer Practice Quiz
- E-book: Real World Examples- Emotional Support
- E-book: Real World Examples- Classroom Organization
- Podcast episode: Scoring and Supporting Instructional Support
- Fact vs. Fiction: CLASS Reliability Test Pass Rates
- The Story of CLASS® 2nd Edition
CLASS® Educator Resources:
- Back to School CLASS® Guide
- PreK-3 CLASS® Inspired Learning
- Scaffolding Strategies
- Making Real World Connections – Example & Template
- Concept Development – Creating
- Increasing Self and Parallel Talk
- Classroom Transitions – English & Spanish
- Read Aloud Strategies