Across the country, education organizations, early intervention programs, and school districts are grappling with how best to support teachers- especially in the wake of burnout, workforce shortages, and growing performance gaps. Amid these challenges, one solution continues to gain traction: digital tools for instructional coaching.
A recent report from New America, titled Observing Classrooms Through a Digital Lens, shines a spotlight on how video-based observation and feedback platforms are reshaping professional development. And yes- TORSH Talent is one of the featured solutions leading this shift.
From Surveillance to Support: A Shift in Coaching Culture
The report emphasizes a crucial distinction that we at TORSH deeply believe in: observation tools should be used to support—not evaluate—teachers. When done right, digital observation platforms can empower educators by:
- Giving them ownership of their growth through self-reflection
- Enabling asynchronous feedback, which is especially valuable in hybrid and rural settings
- Making coaching more equitable, accessible, and scalable
As one district leader noted in the report, tools like TORSH Talent enable coaches to “spend less time traveling and more time giving actionable feedback.” That’s the kind of impact that resonates, especially when resources are stretched thin.
Research-Backed Benefits of Video-Based Coaching
New America’s findings echo what our partners experience every day:
- Flexible Coaching Models: Video allows for coaching to happen anytime, anywhere—without being limited by schedules or geography.
- Data-Driven Growth: Recorded observations, tagged moments, and growth tracking help educators and coaches monitor progress over time.
- Retention & Support: Novice and veteran teachers alike benefit from ongoing, non-evaluative feedback that boosts confidence and reduces isolation.
- Scalability: Districts can scale effective PD practices without overburdening staff.
These aren’t just product features—they’re transformational shifts in how professional learning is delivered.
TORSH Talent: Highlighted in National Policy Conversations
We’re proud that TORSH Talent is recognized in Observing Classrooms Through a Digital Lens as a key player in this evolving coaching ecosystem. The report’s case studies highlight how our platform is used in both urban and rural districts to support real-time and asynchronous coaching, mentor matching, and meaningful reflection.
Our mission has always been to build tools that help educators grow—not just check a box. Being named in this report reinforces what we hear from our partners: TORSH helps create a culture of continuous improvement.
What This Means for Education Leaders
If you’re a school or district leader exploring ways to invest in sustainable teacher development, this report—and the success stories within—offer a clear takeaway:
Digital observation tools are not just a pandemic workaround. They’re a long-term strategy for improving educator effectiveness, retention, and equity.
Whether you’re designing a new coaching program or scaling an existing one, the right technology can make all the difference. And with TORSH Talent, you don’t have to start from scratch.
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