Date of Award
Fall 12-2014
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Ph.D.
Degree Program
Educational Leadership
Department
Educational Leadership, Counseling, and Foundations
Major Professor
Beabout, Brian R.
Second Advisor
O'Hanlon, Ann
Third Advisor
Cambre, Belinda
Fourth Advisor
Nelson, Steven
Abstract
This case study explored the use of site-visitation as a diagnostic tool for school improvement. Nine charter schools in New Orleans were selected for the study. Based on qualitative research and systems theory, a within- and cross-case analysis of nine semi-structured interviews with school leaders were conducted. The school leaders’ experiences with the state-run site-visitation model and their use of the findings for school improvement was explored. The findings led to the development of a hybrid accountability model that encompasses the components school leaders believe will lead to school improvement. This study aims to assist educators, policy makers, and researchers to better understand site-visitation and its role in school improvement.
Recommended Citation
Chiasson, Mary Shannon C., "Site Visitation: School Leaders' Perceptions of a Diagnostic Tool for School Improvement" (2014). University of New Orleans Theses and Dissertations. 1908.
https://scholarworks.uno.edu/td/1908
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