Staff, School, and Workshop Influences on Knowledge Use in Educational Improvement Efforts.

Walberg, Herbert J.; Genova, Wllliam J.

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Publication Date: 1982

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Staff, School, and Workshop Influences on Knowledge Use in Educational Improvement Efforts.

Walberg, Herbert J.; Genova, Wllliam J.

Journal of Educational Research, v76 n2 p69-78 Nov-Dec 1982

Variables that affect the use of knowledge gained by educators at workshops were investigated. Knowledge use is significantly associated with: (1) school climate variables such as staff treatment, goal direction, and problem solving; and (2) workshop features such as clear explanations, job relevance, and amount and qualities of instruction. (FG)

Descriptors: Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Information Utilization, Inservice Teacher Education, Participant Satisfaction, Program Effectiveness, Program Evaluation, Staff Development, Teacher Workshops, Training Methods, Use Studies

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Numerical/Quantitative Data

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Language: English

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