A growing number of school districts--including large ones like those in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Hawaii--have become recent converts to new principal-evaluation systems that tie school leaders' appraisals to student test scores. As of this school year, student achievement accounts for 40 percent to 50 percent of principals' evaluations…

The speaker begins his presentation by reviewing the literature on merit programs, both for teachers and for administrators, and summarizing the pros and cons of such programs. He then discusses the development of the merit pay program operating in his district. The initial and most important step in planning that program was developing a…

Management by objectives (MBO) is defined and an MBO program adapted for clinic services of a college of podiatric medicine is presented. Major steps with specific examples for goal setting, action planning, self-control, and periodic review are outlined. (Author/MLW)

Companies are scrutinizing resources they allocate to performance programs and are asking questions like: "What is the value?" and "How do you know?" This article advocates for an increased focus on the return on expectations (ROE) via evidence of the three Cs: consensus, correspondence, and consistency. (Author/AEF)

An objective, measure-oriented job performance appraisal plan permits management to evaluate worker performance more accurately and precisely, and provides a means for assessing the degree-of-match between employee qualifications and job skills requirements for hiring, advancement, and dismissal decisions. Deficient appraisals may be costly,…

Discusses characteristics of four common administrator evaluation procedures: management by objectives, traditional rating scales, self-evaluation, and administrator outcomes models. Outlines three broad responsibility areas for special-education administrators that warrant evaluation. Introduces a comprehensive, team-based model that begins with…

Defines and analyzes different approaches to contracting of foster care. The approaches are based on meeting standards specified in the contract. Using group foster care as an example, proposes a design for performance-based contracting that achieves intended objectives, yet is consistent with the values of the social work profession. (HTH)

The goals and output evaluation to aid in the effective allocation of scarce resources at the University of Leeds (in Britain) is the focus of the book. The first chapter describes the purpose of the book, defines the terms effectiveness and efficiency, and presents the theoretical background of the study. The following goals and performance…

Three systems of appraisal of employees are described with reference to major characteristics and the most appropriate application context. The first system, the developmental action program, is designed to be utilized on a job allowing the employee considerable discretion in reaching the job's objectives, and perhaps some autonomy in establishing…

The Koan technique was originated by Zen masters to help students open up to new possibilities and to help the individual realize his/her full potential. The staff developer should be engaged in the same process. Important factors in the evaluation process of staff development are listed. (JN)

The use of Management by Objectives (MBO) for evaluating the public relations, publications, internal and external relations, alumni relations, development, and special events programs of the University of Georgia is discussed. (Author/SF)

Discusses techniques for improving training program design and administration through effective evaluation. Describes three sample case studies that compare trainers, facility/location, and course content; trainee reactions are plotted on a graph. Presents trainee feedback forms that identify aspects of a session, rate effectiveness, and record…

This practicum report describes an effort to develop an effective teacher and administrator evaluation system for a small suburban school system in Connecticut. Besides meeting the requirements of a mandate from the state legislature, the system was also intended to enable the local school board to implement an incentive pay plan. A narrative…

Explains how clear communication of job performance expectations and evaluation can help employees improve productivity. (JM)

Public demands for accountability in school systems led the Capital School District in Dover, Delaware, to begin investigating management systems in 1974. This investigation led to the adoption of a management by objectives system in 1975 and the addition of program budgeting in 1976, providing the district with the tools of administrative…