Allan A Glatthorn, Ed.D., Distinguished Professor of Education, East Carolina University; author of Supervisory Leadership: Introduction to Instructional Supervision
This best-selling book by a leading teacher educator provides a comprehensive guide to all aspects of the teacher's portfolio, from basic concepts and rationale to portfolio building and practical applications.
From the review in Journal of Curriculum and Supervision
"The gaps between theory and practice and the varying perspectives held by professionals with different roles in education are frequent topics of discussion. Consequently a book that is useful to all is refreshing. [This book]…is such a text. Although the author intends it for teachers, supervisors, and administrators, it also merits the attention of teacher educators. It focuses on the use of portfolios to foster and document the professional growth of teachers and also discusses portfolios as vehicles for supervision, as well as an innovative approach to effective evaluation. "Glatthorn begins with theoretical constructs, but his book is deliberately practical. It is permeated with the idea of cooperation and collegiality, focusing on the use of the portfolio as a reflective and diagnostic tool for personal growth via supervision or peer analysis. Individuals who conduct staff development about the use of portfolios, or who teach about them, will find the excellent charts and tables included throughout the text of special interest….
"Other volumes have been written about portfolios. However, this book provides a well-organized summary of the theory, research, and logistics for the use of portfolios for professional growth."-Judy D. Butler, The University of Texas at Austin
Contents
Preface
I. Laying the Foundation
1. Understanding Teaching and the Role of the Teacher
2. Understanding Teacher's Professional Development
3. Understanding the Nature of Portfolios
II. Using the Portfolio
4. Using the Portfolio for Career Advancement and Personal History
5. Working with Supervisors in Using the Portfolio for Professional Development
6. Working with Administrators in Using the Portfolio to Evaluate Teaching
III. Focusing on the Essential Components of Teaching
7. Developing and Documenting Skill in Teaching
8. Developing and Documenting Skill in Planning
9. Developing and Documenting Skill in Assessment of Student Learning
10. Developing and Documenting Skill in Cooperating with Parents and Community
IV. Going the Extra Mile
11. Developing and Documenting Skill in Non-Instructional Responsibilities
12. Developing and Documenting Teacher Leadership
Index, 25 Figures (sample forms, questionnaires)
1996, 3RD printing 2001, 168 pages, 6x9, softcover
