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# Can recordings be used for assessment or performance management?

**No**. The Lesson Recording tool is only for ECT development, mentoring and research.

Lesson recordings **must not** be used for:

- teacher appraisal, including ECT induction assessments
- performance management
- capability or disciplinary procedures
- pupil behavioural monitoring
- deciding, reviewing or investigating pupil sanctions
- investigating classroom incidents or behavioural disputes

These prohibited uses are covered in the Data Sharing Agreement all schools must sign before the tool is unlocked for their school.

If you have concerns that lesson recordings are being used inappropriately, please submit a report using this [Whistleblowing Form.](https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/dNsVYtdS9f)

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