This paper discusses a utility function estimation procedure developed to provide curriculum planning information on elementary school principals. Both theoretical and empirical studies were performed to evaluate the procedure. The results of the use of this approach to obtain data from a national sample of principals are presented. (Author)

An instrument, developed in 1965 by Arthur Blumberg and Edmund Amidon to measure teacher perceptions of supervisory conferences, has presented problems of reliability to researchers. The problem has stemmed from the lack of a valid and reliable scoring method for the instrument. The instrument was administered to 31 in-service teachers, Grades…

The effectiveness of a system of supervision of classroom teaching, involving the videotaping of instruction and an objective evaluation instrument, was investigated using eight veteran English teachers. The system was designed to correct weaknesses in supervision, based on classroom observation, conferences, and reports on the observations and…

A critical educational issue is the extent to which teacher tutors should engage in training probationary teachers and evaluating their teaching performance. Considers the needs of probationary teachers, the tutors' role and the skills he needs in that role, and the implications for educational policy. (RK)

Describes an on-site science curriculum development technique for use in elementary schools. The operation of the model, with each of the four phases in the development of curricular materials described, is provided. (CP)

Suggests how educational administrators can change their supervisory behavior to promote supportive relationships that will foster new growth patterns for women teachers who want to become administrators. (JG)

The history of each of these models is traced and their different components analyzed. Examples from field instruction illustrate their impact on supervisory behavior. It is emphasized that learning in field work is significantly related to the manner in which the role system is defined. (Author/LBH)

Argues that a supervisor's perceptions of people, organizations, and his own role will determine whether new trends and tools will contribute to greater professional and personal growth for teachers. (JG)

Argues the importance of improving teacher evaluation and educational accountability, and outlines a suggested model for effective teacher supervision and evaluation. (JG)

Offers a method of implementing the idea that supervision of resident assistants is central to the effectiveness of a residence life program, by proposing a developmental supervision strategy for supervisors in student affairs. Tabulated information offers supervisors specific strategies for processing the experiences and maximizing the…

Discusses the problems, concerns, and conditions encountered by elementary teachers of science. Supports the need for science specialists in elementary schools. Defines the roles, responsibilities, and benefits of a specialist. (ML)

The Clinical Supervision Program for Evaluation, implemented by the Department of Special Education in Quincy (Massachusetts) Public Schools, uses a management-by-objectives approach to measure teaching performance. Discussed are its historical development, philosophy, and procedural sequence. The roles of supervisors and examples of staff member…

Discusses ways in which teacher supervision and observation can help teachers to explore and see teaching as a process through such methods as taping and transcribing class activities, grouping tape or transcription excerpts, arriving at a common language to discuss them, and making multiple interpretations about them. (Author/CB)