Teacher Evaluation Glossary: Key Terms, Defined
September 13, 2026
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Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.
Anthony Neely is the Founder of EvalScribe, a veteran educator, an AI integration consultant for teaching & learning, researcher, & author.