Michigan 5D+ Teacher Evaluation Guide

Master Michigan's 5 Dimensions of Teaching and Learning framework with research-based evaluation tools and professional growth strategies.

MDE Aligned
5 Dimensions
Research-Based

Michigan 5D+ Observation

3.8/4.0
Purpose
Student Engagement
Curriculum & Pedagogy
Assessment
Environment & Culture
Observations Completed
147
Time Saved
42 hrs

Michigan's 5D+ Evaluation Framework

The 5 Dimensions of Teaching and Learning provides a research-based framework for evaluating educator effectiveness through comprehensive observations and student-centered practices.

1

Instructional Core

Focus on teaching practice and student learning

  • Purpose-driven lessons
  • Student engagement strategies
  • Curriculum alignment
  • Assessment for learning
2

Student Growth

Evidence of student learning and progress

  • State assessment data
  • Local assessment measures
  • Student learning objectives
  • Progress monitoring tools

The 5 Dimensions of Teaching and Learning

Michigan's comprehensive framework organizes effective teaching into five interconnected dimensions with 13 subdimensions for detailed evaluation.

1

Purpose

Clear learning targets and success criteria

  • • Learning targets
  • • Connection to standards
  • • Relevance
  • • Success criteria
2

Student Engagement

Active participation and ownership of learning

  • • Intellectual work
  • • Engagement strategies
  • • Talk
3

Curriculum & Pedagogy

Standards-aligned instruction and effective practices

  • • Standards
  • • Teaching approaches
  • • Differentiation
  • • Scaffolding
  • • Gradual release
4

Assessment for Learning

Ongoing assessment and feedback practices

  • • Formative assessment
  • • Self-assessment
  • • Data use
  • • Adjusting practice
5

Environment & Culture

Safe, supportive learning environment

  • • Use of space
  • • Routines & rituals
  • • Classroom culture
  • • Behavior management
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Professional Collaboration

Continuous improvement and growth

  • • Professional learning
  • • Collaboration
  • • Communication
  • • Reflection

Michigan Performance Levels

4

Distinguished

Innovative practice

3

Proficient

Effective practice

2

Basic

Developing practice

1

Unsatisfactory

Ineffective practice

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Our platform provides everything Michigan districts need to conduct compliant 5D+ evaluations efficiently and effectively.

5D+ Digital Forms

Pre-built Michigan evaluation forms aligned to all 5 dimensions and 13 subdimensions

  • • All subdimensions included
  • • 4-point rating scale
  • • Evidence collection tools

Observation Cycles

Manage multiple observation cycles with automated scheduling and reminders

  • • Formal observations
  • • Informal walkthroughs
  • • Learning walks

Student Growth Data

Track and analyze student achievement data aligned to teacher effectiveness

  • • M-STEP integration
  • • Local assessment tracking
  • • Growth percentiles

Collaborative Feedback

Foster professional growth through structured feedback and coaching

  • • Peer observations
  • • Coaching cycles
  • • PLC integration

MDE Compliance

Built to meet all Michigan Department of Education requirements

  • • State-aligned rubrics
  • • Required documentation
  • • Annual reporting

Individual Development Plans

Create and monitor personalized professional growth plans

  • • Goal setting tools
  • • Progress tracking
  • • Resource alignment

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