Metrics of Teacher Effectiveness and Teacher Quality Research

Discover the critical insights in Metrics of Teacher Effectiveness and Teacher Quality Research by Andrew Skourdoumbis, published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2020. This thought-provoking hardback, spanning 164 pages, delves into the complexities of accountability metrics in education. Skourdoumbis argues that an overemphasis on 'teacher effectiveness' and 'teacher quality' can skew our understanding of student achievement. The book emphasizes how such metrics often overlook broader contextual and systemic factors that influence learning outcomes, ultimately reinforcing a simplistic input-output analysis of the educational system. Ideal for educators, policymakers, and researchers, this book invites readers to rethink the metrics used in evaluating teaching and learning, fostering a more nuanced approach to educational accountability.