The EvalScribe Teacher Evaluation Blog — AI, Frameworks, & Observation Tips
Danielson vs. Marzano: A Side-by-Side Comparison of the Two Biggest Teacher Evaluation Frameworks
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 12/08/2026Danielson vs. Marzano compared: domains, rating scales, philosophy, and which districts use each — the two frameworks behind most U.S. teacher evaluations.
How to Write a Teacher Evaluation: A Step-by-Step Guide (With Examples)
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 12/08/2026A step-by-step guide for principals and APs on writing a teacher evaluation from evidence: map notes to the rubric, let the rating follow, and write feedback teachers can act on. With before-and-after examples, a phrase bank, and a rewrite trainer.
AI for Washington Teacher Evaluations (TPEP): The State 8, the Frameworks, and Where AI Helps
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 07/08/2026How Washington's TPEP works: the State 8, the three approved frameworks, four levels, comprehensive vs. focused cycles, and where AI helps.
AI for South Dakota Teacher Evaluations (SD Framework for Teaching): The Two Components, the Ratings, and Where AI Helps
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 06/08/2026How South Dakota teacher evaluation works now: the SD Framework for Teaching (Danielson-based), the two required components (professional practice and student growth via SLOs), the rating scales, and where AI helps with the write-up.
