NIET Instructional Framework
The Iowa Instructional Framework from the National Institute For Excellence In Teaching (NIET) describes elements of strong classroom practice such as questioning, presenting instructional content, and academic feedback. It creates a shared understanding of what high-quality instruction looks like and a roadmap for improvement.
The framework is integrated into professional development, teachers’ Individual Career Development Plan conversations, the peer review process, the teacher mentor program, and the instructional coaching Impact Cycles.