Abstract

Teaching effectively is a concept that is difficult if not controversial to define and equally difficult to measure To most educational planners effectiveness is the measure of factors that enhance a child s learning irrespective of their background Moore DeStafano Adelman 2010 While many models of school effectiveness exist the Five-Factor model suggests that leadership acquisition of basic skills a secure environment high student expectations and frequent performance assessment are critical elements of effectiveness Scheerens 2000 The United States generally has these five factors however only the element of high student expectations customarily exists in Guatemala