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Archer, Jeff; Cantrell, Steve; Holtzman, Steven L.; Joe, Jilliam; Tocci, Cynthia M.; Wood, Jess – Learning Professional, 2017
Classroom observation has changed dramatically in recent years. Trivial checklists have given way to research-based rubrics that describe important aspects of teaching and, for each aspect, explain the difference between more and less effective practice. Instead of asking if the lesson objective was posted, these new instruments typically ask to…
Descriptors: Teacher Effectiveness, Scoring Rubrics, Academic Achievement, Decision Making
Felmer, Patricio, Ed.; Liljedahl, Peter, Ed.; Koichu, Boris, Ed. – Research in Mathematics Education, 2019
Recent research in problem solving has shifted its focus to actual classroom implementation and what is really going on during problem solving when it is used regularly in classroom. This book seeks to stay on top of that trend by approaching diverse aspects of current problem solving research, covering three broad themes. Firstly, it explores the…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving, Faculty Development, Mathematics Teachers
Clark, Amy; Henderson, Peter; Gifford, Sue – Education Endowment Foundation, 2020
"Improving Mathematics in the Early Years and Key Stage 1" reviews the best available evidence to offer five recommendations for developing the maths skills of 3-7-year olds. Recommendations include integrating maths into different activities throughout the day -- for example, at registration and snack time -- to familiarise children…
Descriptors: Mathematics Skills, Young Children, Early Childhood Education, Teaching Methods
Wyer, Peter C,; Naqvi, Zoon; Dayan, Peter S.; Celentano, James J.; Eskin, Barnet; Graham, Mark J. – Advances in Health Sciences Education, 2009
Evidence-based practice (EBP) requires practitioners to identify and formulate questions in response to patient encounters, and to seek, select, and appraise applicable clinical research. A standardized workshop format serves as the model for training of medical educators in these skills. We developed an evaluation exercise to assess the ability…
Descriptors: North Americans, Workshops, Evidence, Simulation

Jarvis, Donald K. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1992
Based on a review of studies on junior faculty development programs, this paper focuses specifically on development of research skills. It stresses the importance of administrative support, good management, orientation toward the future, collegiality, mentoring, group projects, research centers, travel money, time for research, financial support,…
Descriptors: Beginning Teachers, College Administration, College Faculty, Faculty Development
Jaeger, Richard M.; Cole, Cynthia M. – 1987
This study assessed the perceptions of faculty employed by the historically black institutions of the University of North Carolina, concerning the personal utility of activities to increase their educational research participation or to gain educational research skills and knowledge. The study was part of a pilot project to develop strategies to…
Descriptors: Black Colleges, College Faculty, Demonstration Programs, Educational Research
Brown, Bettina Lankard – 2001
Group effectiveness skills, including interpersonal communication, negotiation, and teamwork, are essential in today's diverse classroom and workplace. Various ways have been identified to prepare learners to be effective in group situations and to aid teachers to prepare themselves to be skillful group facilitators. The following are some…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education, Faculty Development, Group Dynamics

Blachowicz, Camille L. Z. – Reading Teacher, 1983
Describes an inservice technique that models for teachers how they can use the Directed Reading Thinking Activity to develop students' predictive strategies. (FL)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Critical Reading, Critical Thinking, Elementary Education
Ovando, Martha N. – 1990
A program successful in developing the teaching skills of both experienced and new faculty members at The Autonomous University of the North East (Universidad Autonoma del Noreste) at Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico, is described. The program has incorporated several literature-based features of effective programs: presentation of supportive theory of…
Descriptors: Adjunct Faculty, College Faculty, Faculty Development, Foreign Countries
Dukes, Carlton W. – 1986
Teaching college faculty the principles and applications of computers for computer-based instruction (CBI) in workshops or classrooms is discussed, along with implications of establishing an ongoing program based on sequential levels of knowledge acquisition. Five hierarchical categories for the acquisition of knowledge, based on a model by Hubert…
Descriptors: College Faculty, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Boultbee, Glynis Wilson; Anderson, Robert – 1989
This handbook and companion workbook were developed to help faculty members at Red Deer College incorporate learning skills objectives into the curriculum. The handbook consists of two learning modules, each including statements of objectives, lists of learning activities, and information sheets. Module 1: defines learning skills as strategies…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Class Activities, Community Colleges, Faculty Development

Morgan, M. Virginia – College Teaching, 1994
A multimedia module for training college faculty in discussion-leading techniques consists of a computer-based component, demonstration videotape, and practice session. Use of the module with an initial group of teachers has resulted in increased confidence in discussion skills, rearrangement of participants' classrooms, and positive participant…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Discussion (Teaching Technique)

Reiman, Alan J.; Thies-Sprinthall, Lois – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 1993
Describes theory and a research program that uses guided reflection to promote the development of mentor teachers. Significant findings from a quasi-experimental study and a replication study are presented. The paper can assist teacher educators, policymakers, and school personnel who are searching for a teacher induction model. (GLR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Curriculum Development, Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education
Boice, Robert – 1992
This book offers a range of proven support strategies designed to help new faculty members thrive. Suggestions range from campuswide programs for nurturing newcomers to projects that help them to help themselves. Outlined is a structured mentoring program to build collegiality through social support networks. Also presented are specific techniques…
Descriptors: College Faculty, Faculty College Relationship, Faculty Development, Faculty Handbooks
Bledsoe, Gerie B. – 1991
The National Education Association (NEA) believes that faculty development programs, if designed by the faculty, implemented on a voluntary and equitable basis, and adequately funded, can contribute to improving teaching and learning on college and university campuses. The ideal of continuing self-improvement by college and university faculty is a…
Descriptors: College Faculty, Decision Making, Educational Change, Educational Trends
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