Supervision and the Improvement of Teaching and Learning

Catalog description

This course focuses on the role of the supervisor or teacher-mentor in bringing about changes about desirable changes in teaching and learning. Use is made of significant research and best practice to explore the areas of promoting human potential, communication, the measurement of classroom behavior, the utilization of a variety of techniques to promote teacher self-analysis and assisting teachers to deal with innovative approaches in curriculum and instruction, including the use of modern technology. The tension between curriculum development and evaluation is also highlighted in this course and the role of professional development will also be explored. The course will also apply knowledge of adult learning principles and motivation theory to ensure appropriate and effective professional development opportunities. PL: Fall, Spring, and Summer.