Reviewed is literature on teacher evaluation. It is suggested that evaluation frequently arouses fear and activates defensiveness on the part of teachers. Some of the alternatives to resolve this dilemma are described. (KC)

The differences between collaborative culture and contrived collegiality as forms of joint work and interaction among teachers is defined. Peer coaching, especially one variant known as technical coaching, is used to investigate and interpret these differences. Technical coaching is seen as fostering contrived collegiality rather than…

Examines an approach used to promote multicultural self-development for preservice teachers. The authors describe the developmental process and the teaching and research settings and approaches. A brief summary and discussion of the implications for teacher education conclude the article. (GR)

Reviews educational reform literature advocating changes in the organization of teachers' work to foster teacher satisfaction and effectiveness by treating them as reasonable, capable, and autonomous persons. Focuses on participative decision making, learning for improved practice, and evaluation. Decries the lack of parallel arguments regarding…

By studying survey data from 1,000 teachers participating in a Title II workshop, researchers identified three structural features (form, duration, and collective participation) that set a proper context for professional development. Three core features of professional-development learning experience include content focus, active learning, and…

Presents citations on recent program ideas and rationales for including faculty development at community colleges. Reports that some authors view faculty development as necessary to growth, and others see it as beyond the needs of two-year college faculty. Adds that nevertheless, community colleges still attempt to contribute to faculty…

The literature describes a wide range of possible outcomes related to teacher development. From candidates' preservice training, to staff development for teachers, consistent growth and change occurs. The stages of this growth have been viewed as discreet units of training and practice. The literature suggests a number of methods for correcting…

The following papers are included in this monograph that provides a synthesis on beginning teacher induction: (1) "Teacher Induction" (Leslie Huling-Austin); (2) "Local Induction Programs" (Ralph Kester and Mary Marockie); (3) "Statewide Teacher Induction Programs" (Parmalee Hawk and Shirley Robards); (4) "The…

A review of research literature on the effective teaching of basic skills in secondary education and a description of a model staff development program provide guidelines for school administrators in improving teachers' skills. The literature identifies both classroom- and school-level factors influencing teacher effectiveness. Classroom factors…

Teacher interruptions of oral reading can have adverse effects on reader progress. Teachers can effectively monitor their own behavior by audiotaping reading lessons, analyzing behaviors, and improving instruction. Teacher self-monitoring of timing, point, and form of corrective feedback may help negotiate remedial and special education students…

The main points of the two reports on education are summarized. Both reports, the Governor's 1991 Report on Education and A Report on Elementary Education in America, emphasize the crucial role of parents and community in achieving excellence. (PS)

This report gives a brief account of the history and policies of teacher organizations in the United States. It provides profiles of several local, state, and national independent education organizations, notes the services they offer for teachers, and discusses their strengths and weaknesses. The first two sections on the National Education…

This paper briefly discusses: violence as a context for verbal abuse; the legacy of student discipline in schools; a model indicating that verbal abuse is learned; data showing teachers do verbally abuse students; and a variety of ways to deal with this problem. Factors inducing teachers to exhibit aggressive behavior are identified and include:…

This study examined the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification process, investigating 65 white and African American teachers from North Carolina, Ohio, and the District of Columbia who had sought National Board certification in one of two areas--early adolescence/English language Arts and middle…

Responding to an article by Donna Kerr (Teachers College Record, Spring 1983), Davy argues that improving teacher education demands a clear understanding of the teacher's role and of how recruiting "the best and the brightest" student relates to teaching. Teachers need intuition, imagination, and inspiration, and the ability to relate to children.…