As to why the principals did not link their observations to
any discussion about instructional practice, or any attempt at broader efforts to unite teachers around a vision for the school, teachers said, for example, «He is supportive of my teaching philosophy.»
Not exact matches
Designed primarily by Deborah Garson, head of research and instruction services at Gutman Library, and Kristin Lofblad, LTC's manager of
instructional and research technology, WLE uses online learning best
practices, which encourage students to work independently on online and offline writing - related activities, and to participate collaboratively in conversations
about writing via online
discussion boards facilitated by HGSE doctoral students.
Reflective Partners is a professional development approach that asks teachers to engage in purposeful reflection
about their
instructional practices; collaborate with colleagues; intentionally plan lessons; observe their own teaching by way of recording their lessons regularly; and use a common language (CLASS) to frame reflection, observation and
discussion.
For example, the clips could be used by principal training programs and universities as a classroom
discussion tool; by principal mentors or staff developers to generate
discussion about strategies to improve teacher performance and student outcomes; and by superintendents to develop school improvement plans or to model effective
practice as
instructional leaders.