Together they review the observational data and begin to plan how the teacher can start a self-improvement agenda. Planning conferences, classroom observation, and feedback conference are the major activities of clinical supervision. The major aim of these activities is the improvement of teachers' classroom instruction. In this respect, clinical supervision is a key technique for promoting professional development of teachers. Outlined below are a few of the positive outcomes resulting from clinical supervision in the school setting.
Clinical supervision allows teachers to see what they are actually doing while they are teaching.
Many times what teachers think they are doing is quite different than what is actually occurring, this type of supervision allows teachers to take a clear look at their teaching. Teachers involved with clinical supervision are able to receive feedback on their teaching which allows them to diagnose and solve basic instructional problems. Many times teachers can correct their own instructional blocks, but just like their students they sometimes may need additional feedback on particular issues. Clinical supervision allows teachers to develop instructional strategies. These strategies are effective in promoting learning, motivating students, and managing the classroom.