Surviving Observation Island
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| Title: | Surviving Observation Island |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Catherine M. Gross, Audrey Amrein-Beardsley, Courtney Stone, Grace L. Beall |
| Source: | Phi Delta Kappan. 2025 107(3-4):58-62. |
| Availability: | SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | N |
| Page Count: | 5 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Evaluative |
| Descriptors: | Observation, Measures (Individuals), Teacher Evaluation, Models, Evaluation Methods, Bias, Validity, Reliability |
| DOI: | 10.1177/00317217251405529 |
| ISSN: | 0031-7217 1940-6487 |
| Abstract: | Catherine M. Gross, Audrey Amrein-Beardsley, Courtney Stone, and Grace L. Beall examine teacher observation systems through the lens of the reality show "Survivor," outlining how high-stakes evaluations can mirror the competitive, subjective, and sometimes unfair nature of the show. Drawing on a systematic review of three major U.S. models -- Danielson, Marzano, and TAP -- they analyze the systems' reliability, validity, fairness, and potential biases. While observation models can improve instruction and support teacher growth, they should be used cautiously, especially in high-stakes contexts, to ensure they produce accurate, equitable, and research-supported outcomes. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1493570 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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