Teachers Perspectives Of Teacher Supervision Policies Practices In Charter Schools In Pennsylvania
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Teachers Perspectives Of Teacher Supervision Policies Practices In Charter Schools In Pennsylvania
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Author : Ellen Berson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011
Teachers Perspectives Of Teacher Supervision Policies Practices In Charter Schools In Pennsylvania written by Ellen Berson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with categories.
The purpose of this qualitative case study is to discover how teachers view the teacher supervision practices that are in place in two selected charter schools in Southeast urban Pennsylvania by developing an in-depth perspective and understanding of teachers' perceptions of the efficacy and impact on the current system. Data will be gathered on nine teachers and two teacher supervisors through a series of in-depth interviews, structured observations and document examination at each of the two selected charter schools. There are no experiments being conducted, nor is there any controlling factors in this qualitative study. Instead observations and interviews will be conducted that will allow the voices of the respondents to be heard. The goal is to hear what teachers' persona perspectives are of the supervision process within their respective schools. This study moves beyond typical supervisory efficacy studies. First because of the setting in charter schools and secondly by examining the teachers' perspectives of the supervision practices and policies within their schools. In order to gain a better understanding of the context for this study, it is necessary to look at the history of the charter school movement as well as the impact charter schools are having on traditional public schools as a result of the Educational Reform Movement. The current education reform standards found within the No Child Left Behind Act (2001) has brought about a renewed focus on the systems being used to critique teacher efficacy. It is the system that is used to assess teacher quality, through teacher supervision practices and policies that this case study will address. Linda Darling-Hammond (2007) who writes extensively on teacher quality, proposes creating a "high-quality teacher-performance assessment that measures actual teaching skill." (p. 48). One that can be used for "determining teachers' competence." (p. 48). The need for this kind of assessment for teacher efficacy is important since "there does not appear any specific credential or characteristic that is a silver- bullet predicator of quality." (Goldhaber, 2006, p.1). This qualitative case study will show the reading what systems currently exist within the teacher supervision practices and policies in these two selected charter schools in Southeast urban Pennsylvania. What drives this study will be the revelations of the teachers working in these charter schools who will share their personal point of view of the teacher supervision process based on their own experiences, through document and field observations. The study in itself will not examine any quantitative links with student achievement but is nevertheless based on the idea that good teacher supervision improves teaching that ultimately impacts student achievement levels. "Educational research convincingly shows that teacher quality is the most important schooling factor influencing student achievement." (Goldhaber, 2006, p.1). Therefore it can be argued that teacher supervision can potentially improve teacher quality that in turn is directly linked to student achievement. While this study will focus on the exploration of teachers' perspectives of the teacher supervision process that exists within charter schools, the outlying factors such as teacher education, hiring and teacher retention are instrumental in student achievement cannot be ignored, however this study will concentrate only on teacher supervision practices. The significance of this study is that it may provide additional insight on teacher supervision practices, which include a broad range of approaches from instructional, collegial, peer, clinical and self-directed. This study will provide information that will answer the overarching research question, what is the state of teacher supervision in two selected charter schools in Southeastern urban Pennsylvania? Little research has been published specifically on teacher perceptions of teacher supervision practices in urban charter schools. Teacher supervision and teacher evaluation "the process by which teachers are assessed professionally" (Goldrick, 2002, p.2) in urban charter schools have not previously been the subject of rigorous examination. Out of 664 dissertations that addressed the topic of charter schools, teacher supervision practices, teacher perceptions of teacher supervision practices and the impact teacher supervision has on student achievement, only 12 studies (less than 1%) focused on these areas of research. This paucity illustrates the need to increase studies in the area of teacher supervision practices to determine if they are impacting student achievement. The significance of this study comes from learning about a previously unexplored phenomenon in the increasingly influential charter school. Although this study could extend beyond the boundaries of teachers' perspectives and potentially draw conclusions on the efficacy of teacher supervision practices based on the outcome of student achievement levels, that is not the focus or the reason for this study. The primary focus will remain on teacher's perceptions of the teacher supervisory practices in these two charter schools.
Teacher Supervision And Evaluation
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
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A Study Of Colleague Consultation An Alternative To Traditional Methods Of Teacher Supervision
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Author : Robert Salladino
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
A Study Of Colleague Consultation An Alternative To Traditional Methods Of Teacher Supervision written by Robert Salladino and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Pennsylvania categories.
This case study examined the supervisory and instructional practices of one suburban junior high school in southeastern Pennsylvania. The purpose of the research was to examine the impact of a program of Colleague Consultation on teachers' perceptions of the value of classroom observations. Participants responded to a questionnaire that was designed to gather information about the perceptions and beliefs that teachers had about the existing model for teacher supervision. Eight teachers then participated in a program of Colleague Consultation. Each teacher observed a partner three times over a period of six weeks for the purpose of providing non-evaluative feedback. Participants indicated their strong belief that colleagues are a valuable source of information about teaching and best practices. Ninety-four percent of the teachers who responded to the questionnaire believed that opportunities should be provided for teachers to observe their colleagues in-action. Teachers who participated in the Colleague Consultation process reacted positively to the experience. Participants indicated that the Colleague Consultation process caused them to be more reflective about their own teaching, motivated and validated their work in the classroom, and served as the basis for positive and productive conversations with colleagues about instructional strategies and classroom challenges.
Independent School Teachers Perceptions Of Supervision And Evaluation
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Author : Anne E. Graybeal
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017
Independent School Teachers Perceptions Of Supervision And Evaluation written by Anne E. Graybeal and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with categories.
This dissertation addressed the teacher supervision process in one independent school in the United States. It explored teachers' approaches to giving and receiving feedback, their perceptions of students' motivation for learning versus their own, and the significance of their professional identities as teachers.The study was motivated by three research questions: (1) What forces shape and mediate independent school teachers' perceptions of the evaluation process? (2) What do independent school teachers describe as the intersections between student assessment and teacher evaluation? (3) What are the implications of independent school teachers' experiences of evaluation for the practice of teacher supervision? The goal was to inform the evolution of more a robust model of independent school teacher supervision and to expand the literature on independent school teaching and learning. The focal population was a group of fifteen Upper School teachers at an independent, co-educational, non-sectarian PK-12 independent school in a Midwestern city in the United States. The study included individual interviews, focus groups, and document review.What emerged was a recognition that, while parallels exist between the feedback that participants give to students and the feedback they prefer to receive from supervisors, their motivations for professional learning differ significantly from those of their students. Participants' conceptions of their professional identities, as well as their relationships with administrators and with the institution, yielded useful insights about ways to evolve systems of teacher supervision in independent schools. Systems that offer teachers the opportunity to reflect on their professional identity and experience and that make clear connections between supervision and school mission may be particularly productive.
Teacher Supervision And Evaluation
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language : en
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Release Date : 1994
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Handbook Of Education Politics And Policy
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Author : Bruce S. Cooper
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2008-06-30
Handbook Of Education Politics And Policy written by Bruce S. Cooper and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-06-30 with Education categories.
Written by a mix of established and rising stars in school politics, policy, law, finance, and reform this comprehensive Handbook provides a three part framework that helps organize this relatively new and loosely organized field of study. A central theme running through the book is how to harness politics to school equity and improvement. Key features include: Thematic Discussions – detailed discussions of key topics in educational politics are organized by themes and competing perspectives. The overarching themes are 1) the goals of the U.S. political system (justice, equity, opportunity, efficiency and choice); 2) the means and resources for reaching these goals; and 3) the political behaviors and compromises that seek to mitigate ideological differences and conflicts of interest. Research Oriented – in addition to summarizing the latest research connected to key topics, each chapter exemplifies and reports on the methods and techniques for further exploration of these topics. Reform Oriented – throughout the book and especially in the summarizing chapter, authors provide suggestions for improving the political behaviors of key educational groups and individuals: unions, superintendents, politicians, school boards, teachers, and parents.
Resources In Education
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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001
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Dissertation Abstracts International
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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2008
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Culturally Responsive Instructional Supervision
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Author : Dwayne Ray Cormier
language : en
Publisher: Teachers College Press
Release Date : 2024
Culturally Responsive Instructional Supervision written by Dwayne Ray Cormier and has been published by Teachers College Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024 with Education categories.
"This practical book is for instructional leaders who want to embrace their role as equity leaders and actively work to dismantle harmful educational practices. It shows how to establish diverse and representative supervision teams that provide formative feedback to support teachers on their journey toward becoming culturally responsive practitioners"--
Key Strategies To Improve Schools
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Author : Edward L. Harris
language : en
Publisher: R&L Education
Release Date : 2005-07-14
Key Strategies To Improve Schools written by Edward L. Harris and has been published by R&L Education this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-07-14 with Education categories.
School improvement initiatives are often the focus of political agendas, professional conferences, and publications. While a plethora of school improvement resources and techniques exist, most explanations for employing school improvement strategies in differing contexts are extremely vague at best and non-existent at worst. Here, author Edward Harris explains and illustrates strategic, practical approaches for adapting and applying research-based school improvement strategies. While consideration is given to the principal's role in the school, the notion of school leadership is viewed in broader terms and includes teacher roles as well. The interrelationship of organizational culture and school leadership is also a key component of this book. One of the goals is to bridge the gap between the "theory" and "practice" of school leadership. Harris provides an explanation of Mary Douglas's typology of grid and group, substantive analytical tools and procedures to examine one's social context and assess school culture, and practical examples and suggestions for contextualizing and adapting school improvement strategies. This book features in-depth, practical applications and explanations of the following school improvement strategies: ·Increasing student engagement and motivation ·Providing focused, sustained professional development ·Implementing organizational and management practices ·Building links ·Monitoring and accelerating improvement This book is useful for teachers, administrators, and anyone involved in teacher leadership preparation programs.