Inside Greenville County's System for Improving Instruction Through Classroom Observation Data

Inside Greenville County's System for Improving Instruction Through Classroom Observation Data

Author: BE Podcast Network October 3, 2025 Duration: 28:25

Ben Gustafson, founder of Classroom Mosaic, returns to the show along with Jeff McCoy, associate superintendent for Greenville County Schools in South Carolina. 

Jeff and Ben discuss:

  • How Greenville "electronicized" observation with Classroom Mosaic 
  • Greenville's objective to get more insight into classrooms and transform instruction
  • Helping principals become better instructional leaders and the impact on student achievement
  • Excellent support for new administrators and new coaches
  • How to use proven frameworks and modify them for local needs

Hear more about Classroom Mosaic:
We help K-12 leaders support, develop, and retain their teachers. For over a decade, we've worked with educators worldwide from districts large (100k students) and small (150 students) to transform instructional practice, guide professional development, and impact student learning.

We believe every student deserves a great education. And a great education starts with great teachers supported by great leaders. Learn more: 

About today's host:
Scott Schuette is a Learning and Development Executive with years of experience driving the creation of innovative, multi-million dollar learning platforms and education programs for major corporate enterprise companies. 


He is cohost of The Fabulous Learning Nerds, a podcast sharing new ideas, learning tools, approaches and technology that increase learner engagement and impact — All while having FUN! Listen to the show and subscribe here: https://fabulouslearningnerds.transistor.fm 


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