Discusses the biases that can be built into preobservation conferences in teacher evaluations. Argues for the elimination of such conferences. Points out that skillful observation combined with analytical feedback in teacher evaluation increases teacher effectiveness. (MD)

A supervisory model identifying profile, action, response, and analysis as sequential steps is outlined. Principal and teacher develop a profile of skills the teacher wants to improve and an action plan for realizing the profile. Students and principal provide feedback, and teacher and principal evaluate growth. (MJL)

In an attempt to improve the communication process and draw attention to some ideas that need further study, a communication model that deals specifically with the supervisor-teacher interaction process is presented. (Author)

In clinical supervision, the teacher is helped to identify and concentrate on a limited number of specific skills, the supervisor focuses on a manageable task for data collection, and together they evaluate results. (Author)

Suggestions for teacher-oriented supervision of classroom practices, development of new courses, and grading and assignment policies are discussed. (HTH)

Considers complex ways in which a student teacher negotiated her status and derived her authority in the multiple sites in which she worked as student, as apprentice, and as teacher. Illustrates the importance of encouraging teachers to adopt an "anthropological stance." Shows how teacher education is complicated by the layered nature of the work…

The Principal's Legal Handbook contains information and recommendations for practice in four areas. Section 1, "Students and the Law," yields interesting and informative answers on a number of issues related to students and the law: recent issues in schools relative to students' rights; the use of technology; and the latest case law and…

Curriculum, instruction, classroom climate, enhancement of self-esteem, and organizing for teaching are readily evaluated by using this manual for teacher evaluation. Five performance areas outlined in part 1 list benchmark skills associated with sound teaching skills: (1) proficiency with curriculum; (2) evaluating student growth; (3) preparation…

This paper offers guidelines in the consideration of an open or closed classroom-observation system. Factors in the definition of an observation approach include target, timing, focus, topic of observation, and data-collection system. Because there are advantages and drawbacks to any classroom-observation system, the following factors should be…

Written for classroom teachers, the manual describes a model for analyzing interaction between teachers and mainstreamed special education students. The introduction stresses that the model's observation approach emphasizes professional growth rather than institutional regulation. Seven steps of the model are discussed: determining teacher goals,…

Educational leadership entails developing teacher behaviors that support student learning. This article outlines ways of achieving this goal through positive reinforcement. (Author/WD)

Suggests that behind problems in public school science education lies the failure of effective supervision and administration. National Science Foundation documentation is used to substantiate this claim. The Connecticut plan, a state-mandated teacher evaluation plan, is described as a successfull attempt that has revitalized science teaching. (CS)

Outlines how the principal can help the beginning teacher in six areas: achieving status with peers, gaining the principal's attention, becoming oriented, making a unique contribution to the school, growing personally and professionally, and associating socially with peers. (Author/JM)

Explores a principal's response to a new teacher who seems promising but is not teaching very well. (RH)

Discusses the purpose and process of providing feedback, peer versus supervisor reviews, and the content and format of feedback, including verbal comments, checklists, and written summaries. Tips on the use of observation protocols for feedback are included. (DR)