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| Rieck, William A. | 1 |
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Rieck, William A. – American School Board Journal, 1989
The only valid reason for supervising and evaluating teachers is to improve instruction. Boards of education can improve teaching and learning in schools by setting up a teacher evaluation system, letting administrators do their jobs, and giving backup with funding. (MLF)
Descriptors: Board of Education Role, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Improvement, Principals
Leary, James L. – American School Board Journal, 1987
Discusses several factors (aside from state immunity statutes) reducing the threat of education malpractice suits in recent years, including improved community attitudes and involvement in schools, more facilitative leadership roles for principals, increased importance of staff development, and expanded options for students through new…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Educational Malpractice, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Innovation
