Teacher Leaders' Influence on Teachers' Perceptions of the Teacher Evaluation Process

• In Event: 29.051 - Teacher Leadership, Learning, and Change

Abstract

This paper presents findings drawn from a mixed-methods case study that examined how the involvement of teacher leaders in teacher evaluation influences teachers’ perceptions of the evaluation process. Findings from this study contribute to what is known about the ways that teacher leaders can positively influence the meaning and purpose of teacher evaluation. The findings also may assist states and districts that are designing and implementing teacher evaluation programs per federal mandates and/or incentive programs. Further, study provides an example of how teacher evaluation can be implemented to empower teachers to improve their teaching and take responsibility for achieving equitable educational outcomes for all of their students.

Authors

• Jill Bradley-Levine, Ball State University

• Gina Gabriele Romano, Indiana University - Bloomington

• Michelle Reichart, Ball State University