The purpose of this study was to determine the utility of a specific conferencing model, Developmental Conferencing, as implemented by principals in a Florida school district. To address this purpose, three objectives were identified: (a) a review of the literature to determine support for the conceptual framework of the model, (b) an investigation of the use of the model by principals trained in its use, and (c) a determination of what modifications, if any, should be made to the model. / The research methodology was based on a multiple embedded case study design represented by three pairs of participants, a principal and an employee in each pair. The embedded units in the design were the five functions of the Developmental Conferencing Model (DCM). A cross case comparison was used to indicate the extent of replication among the cases. / The study included training and coaching of the principals and observation and audio taping of principal conferences. Analysis strategies employed were pattern matching and inductive analysis. / Strong support for the conceptual framework of the Developmental Conferencing Model was provided by the literature review, confirming the philosophy, functions, and components of the model. It was concluded that the principals did implement the DCM and its strategies. It also was concluded that the success of the Developmental Conferencing Model rests in the strength of the model itself and the appropriate training of and follow-up support to administrators implementing the model. / Source: Dissertation Abstracts International, Volume: 51-12, Section: A, page: 3989. / Major Professor: William R. Snyder. / Thesis (Ph.D.)--The Florida State University, 1990.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:fsu.edu/oai:fsu.digital.flvc.org:fsu_78390 |
| Contributors | Work, Rhonda S., Florida State University |
| Source Sets | Florida State University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Text |
| Format | 282 p. |
| Rights | On campus use only. |
| Relation | Dissertation Abstracts International |
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