This case study is one of twenty cases derived from Anderson and Risner's international study of teaching artists in dance, and theatre, which investigated participants' (n=172) artistic and academic preparation in dance, and theatre, initial entry into the teaching artist field, rewards, challenges, and obstacles in participants' work, artists'…

Improving systematic use of student data to inform the work of teachers, schools, and districts has become a hot topic in education reform. Learning Forward's Standards for Professional Learning stress better use of data, and particularly student performance data, within an integrated approach to improving practice. While better use of data by…

The collaboration among teachers is an integral part of the learning process. This article describes a collaborative effort among teachers in the Wayne Highlands School District in Honesdale, Pennsylvania to develop a cross curricular project. An example is provided about the collaboration among fourth grade teachers, the school librarian, and an…