Kansas Educator Evaluation Protocol (KEEP)
Kansas's state-developed teacher evaluation protocol aligned to the Kansas Professional Education Standards. KEEP provides a framework for observing and evaluating teacher performance across multiple professional standards, with districts adapting implementation to local context.
Available for all Kansas school districts as the state-developed evaluation protocol.
How Observation Copilot Helps
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- Organizes observation notes by the KEEP professional standards
- Generates evidence-based feedback aligned to the Kansas evaluation rubric
- Maps evidence from your notes to specific KEEP indicators
- Creates targeted next steps tied to specific Kansas professional standards
- Reduces post-observation write-up time for Kansas principals
Framework Domains
KEEP at a Glance
Construct 1: Learner and Learning
Understanding how learners grow and develop and providing learning experiences that support intellectual, social, and personal development.
Construct 2: Content Knowledge
Understanding the central concepts and structures of the discipline and creating meaningful learning experiences.
Construct 3: Instructional Practice
Connecting concepts and using differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking and collaborative problem solving.
Construct 4: Professional Responsibility
Using multiple methods of assessment to monitor student progress, guide instruction, and engage learners in self-assessment.
Rating Scale
KEEP Rating Levels
Used In
States Using KEEP
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