Abstract:

The aim of this study is to describe peer observation and also to evaluate process of peer observation In this study it is tried to clarify the definition of peer observation relationship with concepts such as peer coaching peer consultation peer supervision and mentoring of peer observation implementation processes benefits and restrictions of peer observation According the results of this study peer observation is a voluntary process which can be graded as pre observation interview observation and post observation interview It is argued that the peer observation makes contribution to teachers? professional development self esteem self awareness and cooperation between teachers Peer observation has also some restrictions such as not having enough and constructive discussion people?s being sensitive for criticism peer?s not having enough qualification for peer observation Although it?s having some restrictions peer observation should be implemented in the Education System of Turkey as a new teacher development model And teachers should also be educated for observation communication and constructive criticism before the application of peer observation

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