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Floden, Robert E.; Feiman, Sharon – 1981
This paper summarizes an examination and critique of literature related to the application of developmental theories to teacher education. Analysis of selected readings revealed a weak bond between the theoretical framework of developmentalists and concrete practices. It was concluded that, though much may be gained from a developmental theory of…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Cognitive Development, Developmental Stages, Educational Objectives

Feiman, Sharon – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 1981
Three kinds of educational research--scientific, analytic, and interpretive--are examined, and the type of inservice activity most closely related to each is discussed. Effective teaching is defined in terms of a direct instructional model for delivering skills to students. Inservice can improve teacher effectiveness by modifying teacher behavior.…
Descriptors: Competency Based Teacher Education, Conventional Instruction, Decision Making, Delivery Systems