Addressing the growing interest in qualitative research methodology, the paper describes the process and results of a team evaluation of a college day-care center. The purpose of the study was twofold: to conduct research which would provide team members an opportunity to develop skills in qualitative research methods and to assess the child care…

This study explored how interns in an elementary Professional Development School (PDS) learning community experienced supervision through collegial interactions, conversations, co-teaching, and collaborative reflection with multiple mentors. Each intern was supervised by a Professional Development Associate who provided supervisory support for the…

Examined the perceptions of master teachers and student teachers regarding strengths and weaknesses of a Clinical Master Teacher program that empowered classroom teachers to be the main supervisor during the final internship. Surveys of and interviews with master teachers and interns indicated that the program was perceived as successful and had…