Performance and Accountability in Today's Classroom A Framework for Effective Mentoring

by Strike, Kimberly T.

• ISBN13: 9781607093329
• ISBN10: 1607093324
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-01-16
• Publisher: R&L Education

Summary

This is a consumable workbook for new teachers, or veteran teachers who may need instructional coaching. The first chapter includes an assessment instrument directly aligned to National Teacher Standards and requires the teacher to set goals, be attuned to accountability, self-report on a quarterly basis, and serve as a tool for discussion between a mentor and mentee.

Author Biography

Kimberly T. Strike, Ph.D., earned her doctorate from Marquette University in curriculum and instruction, administration, and supervision with a focus on the use of technology in education. As a twenty-year veteran in education, Strike has served as a teacher, principal, professor, instructional supervisor, consultant, and provider of professional development.

Table of Contents

Foreward	p. ix
Introduction	p. xi
Professional Goal Setting and Teacher Standards	p. 1
Understanding School Culture	p. 9
Mentor-Mentee Relationship	p. 17
Understanding the Instructional Cycle	p. 29
Organizing for the New School Year	p. 39
Classroom Management	p. 47
Monitoring Student Work	p. 61
Programs and Assemblies	p. 67
Conducting Observations	p. 71
Textbooks, Technologies, and Other Resources	p. 75
Handling the Difficult	p. 81
Standardized Testing and Using Assessment Results	p. 89
Teaching	p. 95
Year 2: Professional Goal Setting and Teacher Standards	p. 105
Year 3: Professional Goal Setting and Teacher Standards	p. 113
References	p. 123
About the Author	p. 125
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