APEXST and CFGs

Analyzing student and teacher learning can be accomplished through an evidence-based process. This article describes APEXST (Advancing High-Leverage Practices by Examining Student Thinking)... See More

Analyzing student and teacher learning can be accomplished through an evidence-based process. This article describes APEXST (Advancing High-Leverage Practices by Examining Student Thinking) model which is a five stage collaborative model of inquiry that should be appropriate for all levels of achievement. Critical Friends Groups (CFGs) are formed which contain of 8–12 educators who gather for about two hours a month to discuss improving their practice through collaborative learning. Each of the five steps is described. This is an interesting approach and might require further research into implementing it.