school supervision

Examines differentiated supervision, in which teachers receive options regarding their own supervision and evaluation; discusses the system's rationale, its developmental and evaluative options, and how to develop a differentiated model for one's own school.

Describes a model for classroom walk-throughs designed to change how principals approach supervision, moving from the supervisor-subordinate relationship, to one based on an exchange between adults in professional practice.

Offers advice to instructional leaders on how to best work with teachers to improve classroom teaching and learning, describing different methods of classroom assistance, formats for observations, and approaches to working directly with teachers.

Discusses the role of principals as instructional leaders, and offers information on how to best support the work of teachers, which translates into better student learning and achievement. Includes forms and resources on CD-ROM.

Describes a system designed to foster effective teacher development while respecting individual teaching styles, focusing on the basic five-stage clinical supervision sequence.

Offers school leaders with practical tools and strategies designed to help leaders effectively supervise all their teachers.

Profiles seven educational leadership styles, presenting examples of them in action; discusses traits all good leaders share; provides questionnaires and focus questions to determine leadership qualities; and explains how to match one's own and others' leadership styles and strengths to particular tasks.