Educational Discourse

Just began the book “The Three Minute Clasroom Walk Through” by Carolyn J. Downey, Steffy, English, Frase & Poston.

The beginning is very interesting as the model Downey uses is described, the influences that shaped the model are introduced and the stages of development are outlined. I particularly like the approach that has the teacher-supervisor in a collaborative relationship, working toward teacher self-efficacy with support from the supervisor.  I also like the fact that it focuses on influence and acknowledges that we cannot make someone do something with any longterm effect. Instead, we need to influence their thoughts through observed questioning which leads the person to reflection and change coming from within.  Stay tuned.

MrC