Why threaten the teacher with observation?
Mario Rinvolucri.
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Author:Mario Rinvolucri.
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Submitted/Published by:Perspectives - BC Prague, No 8
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Year:1998
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Document type:Article
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Language:English
Description
Rinvolucri questions the traditional approach to classroom observation, highlighting the "observer effect" and its impact on teachers and students. He argues that observation is not equivalent to evaluation and suggests a counselling model where supervisors listen empathetically to teachers' post-lesson reflections. This approach aims to empower teachers and focuses on their perspective rather than external judgments. By adopting this method, Rinvolucri proposes a more efficient and humane model for teacher training.

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