This investigation using Grounded Theory focuses on developing, designing and testing out an evaluation method used as a framework for this study. This framework evolved into the instrument entitled, "Classroom Teacher's Performance Based Evaluation Form (CTPBEF)". This study shows the processes and procedures used in CTPBEF's…

Describes components of the Administrator Performance Evaluation and Teacher Performance Evaluation (APE/TPE) system and delineates the functions and responsibilities of the subcommittees necessary for carrying out the program. (JD)

Focuses upon general improvement of classroom instruction, advocating a more personal and analytical supervisory approach. Advocates a change from the present supervisory practices of fear and distrust, in which power stifles creativity and innovative thought, to that of consultation and collaboration based on social management principles of…

Interviews with 25 primary and 21 intermediate teachers, all with at least 5 years experience, reveal teachers' perceptions of teacher evaluation and their willingness to participate in teacher evaluation. Results serve as a basis for illuminating particular teacher evaluation practices with an eye toward improvement of teaching. (Author/NEC)

Peer evaluation has great potential as a method of improving classroom instruction and enhancing the self-esteem and professional growth of teachers. The peer evaluation format would be more formative than summative and might include team teaching, videotaping, and reflective teaching--a carefully structured method of peer teaching. (JHZ)

This study found that student perception of the characteristics related to effective teaching was independent of student characteristics. (Author)

Study based on the premise that the individual teacher needs to understand both his self" and also the way he is perceived by his students. (Authors)

School administrators served as subjects to determine the effectiveness of teacher evaluation procedures. Examination of teacher's lesson plan had no effect on teacher assessment. However, prior assessment of lesson plan via an evaluation instrument improved effectiveness of evaluation of teacher's task sequencing skills, subject knowledge, and…

Describes and applies several alternative distribution criterion to secondary analysis of pre- and post-achievement scores from 15 sixth-grade classrooms. Illustrates examples where a teacher could be considered "effective" under one criterion, but "ineffective" under another. Also addresses policy implications concerning use of alternative…