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ROWMAN & LITTLEFIELD Supervision and Evaluation for Learning and Growth Strategies for Teacher and School Leader Improvement 2015 Edition by Daniel R. Tomal, Robert K. Wilhite, Barbara Phillips, Paul A. Sims
This CHOICE award-winning author has teamed up with national school resource experts to write a comprehensive book on supervision and improvement of learning. Everything you need to know about supervision and student learning, professional development, coaching and evaluation, standards, and creating an environment for professional growth are covered. The book starts with a history of supervision and then addresses models and standards for effective teaching, state and federal frameworks, supervision and evaluation for effective instruction, and strategies for effective professional learning and growth plans. Benefits and Features of Book: *A comprehensive book covering all aspects of teacher supervision and professional development including an original framework for instruction. *Each chapter objectives are aligned with the new ELCC, ISLCC, TLEC, and InTASC for accreditation and Learning Forward standards on professional learning.*Many federal and various state data sources are included.*Each chapter contains a comprehensive case study and exercises for practical application.*Provides a blend of academic, theory and practical perspectives on how to implement and execute supervision and evaluation.*Several handy resources are included in the appendixes. Table of contents :- Foreword PrefaceAcknowledgmentsChapter 1 Defining Supervision, Evaluation, and Professional Learning Chapter 2 Standards and Models for Teacher Evaluation Chapter 3 Professional Learning and Growth for Teacher ImprovementChapter 4 Differentiating Professional Learning and Growth Plans Chapter 5 Implementing a Professional Learning and Growth Plan Chapter 6 Teacher Evaluation and Professional GrowthChapter 7 A Professional Learning and Growth Expedition Appendix A: InTASC Standards Appendix B: ISLLC StandardsAppendix C: ELCC StandardsAppendix D: Teacher Leader Model StandardsAppendix E: Sample Professional Learning and Growth Plans