Cultivating Teachers' Observational Skills: The Path to Efficient Teaching

Author: Gary D. Borich (USA)
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book has been revised multiple times and is considered a classic in the field of classroom observation. From the perspective of cultivating teachers' observational skills, it outlines a path toward efficient teaching. The book is divided into two main parts: The first four chapters provide a macro introduction to the necessity, dimensions, preparation, and methods of classroom observation. The following eight chapters, supported by the content of the first four chapters, delve into each dimension in detail, explaining the specific operational procedures for classroom observation under each dimension. The author treats observation as a system, integrating the fundamental principles of observational skills, in-depth research, and practical teaching experience from aspects such as classroom management, clarifying the curriculum, teaching types, task setting, and learning processes. This ensures that the book retains its theoretical value while further highlighting its strong practical relevance and instructional guidance.