Re: [tips] Teacher evaluations and learning

2010-12-13 Thread sblack
On 13 Dec 2010 at 2:10, Allen Esterson wrote: And, I would add, between Asian and British schooling as well. Some idea of the differences, and an indication that China is likely to experience a surge in scientific achievements in the coming years, can be seen from this article:

Re: [tips] Teacher evaluations and learning

2010-12-12 Thread Jim Clark
Hi There is a great book by Charters and Waples (1929) which asked students (among others) about the qualities of good teachers. It is actually on-line if one wants to wade through its 700 pages. http://www.archive.org/details/commonwealthteac027990mbp Here's a brief idea about how Allan

Re:[tips] Teacher evaluations and learning

2010-12-12 Thread Allen Esterson
Jim Clark writes on the striking contrast is the emphasis on clarity in Beijing (50) and sensitivity in Chicago (42). Only one of many differences, of course, between Asian and American schooling. And, I would add, between Asian and British schooling as well. Some idea of the differences, and