Title: The power of teacher rounds : a guide for facilitators, principals, & department chairs /
Authors: Troen, Vivian, 1940-; Scheur, Aviva.; Boles, Katherine,; Pinnolis, Jacob.; Elmore, Richard F.,; Boles, Katherine.
Year: 2014
Subjects: Observation (Educational method); Teachers In-service training United States
Abstract: With teacher rounds, educators benefit from the observant peer learning that’s common in other demanding fields. From practical strategies to ready-to-use templates, this invaluable book offers a complete toolkit for leading a thriving teacher rounds program. Readers will learn how to:
Contents: What is teacher rounds? -- Why do rounds? -- Who does rounds? -- How to prepare for rounds -- How to implement rounds -- Year-end wrap-up -- Cases and guides to case analysis -- Role of the principal -- Rounds for department chairs: improving high school teacher development and supervision -- Appendices: A. CCSS speaking and listening standards 6-12 -- B. Glenda's host teacher preparation form -- C. Glenda's record of practice -- D. Observation workshop: learning to see, unlearning to judge -- E. Example of a problem of practice aligned to the common core state standards -- F. Alex's host teacher preparation form -- G. Alex's student slides -- H. Alex's sample of e-mail responses from students.