The review process used by EQA is composed of several distinct components:
Team Selection
Each of the visiting teams is individually constructed with the specific district in mind and typically has approximately 150 combined years of experience in public education. All districts are notified ahead of time as to the membership of the visiting team. The superintendent also is provided with biographies of the examiners detailing their experience and background, and can request a change in the team's composition.
A visiting team is typically composed of five to seven examiners. These examiners are selected based on their extensive district experiences. Prior to working with EQA, most examiners held senior positions in Massachusetts public schools such as superintendent of schools, assistant superintendent, business manager, director of curriculum, principal, etc. These examiners have varied backgrounds in urban, rural, regional, or vocational education. Once selected by EQA, examiners are given rigorous training and are sent on reviews as an observer to see experienced examiners in action. Most examiners complete five to eight reviews per year, participate in a spring symposium, and receive additional professional development during the summer.
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