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Blair, R. J. R. – Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 2013
There have long been suggestions that reduced levels of empathy are associated with an increased risk for antisocial behavior (e.g., Miller & Eisenberg, 1988). The article by Rhee and colleagues on typically developing children (Rhee et al., 2012) is important because it is one of the few studies to longitudinally examine the relationship…
Descriptors: Empathy, Antisocial Behavior, Correlation, Risk
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Connor, Carol McDonald – School Psychology Quarterly, 2013
In this commentary, I make five points: that designing observation systems that actually predict students' outcomes is challenging; second that systems that capture the complex and dynamic nature of the classroom learning environment are more likely to be able to meet this challenge; three, that observation tools are most useful when developed to…
Descriptors: Classroom Observation Techniques, Teacher Effectiveness, Educational Environment, Predictor Variables
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Schofield, Hilary L.; Start, K. B. – Journal of Experimental Education, 1979
Explanations are offered for observed discrepant and null findings in the area of predictive information about teacher effectiveness. It is argued that if tautologies are to be avoided, only product variables are appropriate criteria of success. Some recommendations regarding future research are offered. (Author/GSK)
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Evaluation Criteria, Observation, Performance Factors
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Hodson, D. – School Science Review, 1986
Reexamines the traditional role of observation in science and science education. Proposes that since observation is based on some view of the world, it is not innocent and unbiased, but theory-dependent. Discusses possible implications for the science curriculum when reconsidering the role and status of observation in science. (TW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Discrimination Learning, Foreign Countries
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Eraut, Michael; Hoyles, C. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1989
Discussion of group processes in computer assisted instruction highlights a research program being developed in the United Kingdom to explore computer groupwork with 9-to 12-year-olds. Variables to be considered in the research strategy are described, data collection methods are explained, and student attitudes and teacher roles are discussed. (24…
Descriptors: Classroom Observation Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Data Collection, Elementary Education