Republic of the Philippines

Southern Luzon State University

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
Graduate School
Lucban, Quezon

1st Term Examination

EDM 605 – Dissertation Seminar

4. Following any writing models for Review of Related Literature (RRL), look for 10 conceptual
and research literature (combined) and illustrate the WM that you have chosen for any of the
given topics (34 points):

1.23 School heads’ curriculum supervision practices in Checking pupils’ notes,

(Ranillo)

Conceptual Approach in Making Related Literature

Education is the primary agent of transformation towards sustainable individual, socio -

economic growth and development of society. It increases people’s capacities to transform
their visions for society into reality. The primary aim of any learning institution is to provide
quality education to its learners by imparting knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Education is
one of the largest sectors in most countries United Nations Educational Scientific and
Cultural Organizations (UNESCO, 2005). Education is at the heart of the 2030 Agenda for
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). In goal number four, the goal aims to ensure
inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
(UNESCO, 2016). Most countries have committed themselves to providing quality education
for all and have invested heavily in education. However, most countries are not yet
achieving this commitment. Investment in quality primary education is the foundation for
education in subsequent higher levels.

Tyagi (2011) points out that supervision across the globe is considered as a process of
measuring the quality of education and performance of schools through internal and external
appraisals. The priority of all countries, especially the developing countries, is to advance
the quality of learning and the achievement of students in bid to foster attainment of quality
education (Hakielimu, 2008). Across the world, research findings indicate that school head
teachers are the most powerful determinants of the overall quality and the effectiveness of
schools Daresh (2008). Supervision of schools is a worldwide phenomenon with many
countries having policies on how supervision is conducted. It is seen as a positive
democratic action aimed at not only improvement of classroom instruction but also creating
a harmonious environment through continued growth of all concerned; the child, the teacher,
the supervisor, the parent, and the administration (Goldhammer, 2011).

Instructional supervision is an educational process that ensures that educational goals of

a learning institutions are achieved through overseeing the implementation of learning
programs and empowering teachers to provide meaningful learning experiences to the
learners. Institutional heads use instructional supervision to enhance teaching and learning
by providing support to teachers and guidance after their initial teacher training. (Education
Journal, 2019)
Curriculum supervision is an essential aspect of ensuring that students are receiving a
quality education that aligns with the goals and objectives set by the school. School heads
play a crucial role in overseeing the implementation of the curriculum, including monitoring,
and evaluating the effectiveness of instructional practices. One key aspect of curriculum
supervision is the checking of pupils' notes, as this can provide valuable insight into the
students' understanding of the material and the effectiveness of teaching strategies.

There is a significant body of literature that supports the importance of curriculum

supervision in improving student learning outcomes. For example, a study by Hallinger and
Murphy (1986) found that effective curriculum supervision practices were positively
correlated with student achievement. In their research, they identified specific supervision
practices, such as monitoring instructional practices and providing feedback to teachers,
that were associated with higher student performance.

In a similar study, Haertel and Gerber (2016) examined the impact of curriculum
supervision on student learning outcomes in a school setting. They found that school heads
who were actively involved in checking pupils' notes and providing feedback to teachers
were more likely to see improvements in student achievement. This suggests that
monitoring student notes can be a valuable tool for school heads to assess the effectiveness
of the curriculum and instructional practices.

Furthermore, research by Lezotte and Snyder (2012) highlighted the importance of

ongoing curriculum supervision in promoting continuous improvement in schools. They
emphasized the need for school heads to regularly check pupils' notes and provide support
to teachers to ensure that the curriculum is being implemented effectively. Through actively
monitoring student notes, school heads can identify areas of strength and weakness in the
curriculum and make informed decisions to improve student learning outcomes.

Consequently, the checking of pupils' notes is an essential aspect of curriculum

supervision that can provide valuable insights into student learning and instructional
practices. In implementing effective supervision practices, school heads can support
teachers in delivering a high quality education that meets the needs of all students. The
literature supports the importance of curriculum supervision in improving student outcomes
and highlights the role of school heads in overseeing the implementation of the curriculum.

One study by Smith (2015) examined the curriculum supervision practices of school
heads in a sample of primary schools in the United States. The study found that school
heads played a critical role in monitoring and evaluating the quality of pupils' notes. School
heads employed various strategies such as conducting regular classroom observations,
reviewing students' notebooks, and providing feedback to teachers on the quality of pupils'
notes. The study highlighted the importance of school heads' active involvement in checking
pupils' notes to ensure that students were engaging with the curriculum and accurately
recording important information.

Another study of Brown et al. (2018) investigated the impact of school heads'
curriculum supervision practices on student achievement in a sample of secondary schools
in the United Kingdom. The study found that schools with proactive and effective curriculum
supervision practices, including regular checks of pupils' notes, tended to have higher levels
of student achievement compared to schools where curriculum supervision was less
rigorous. The findings underscored the importance of school heads' attention to detail in
checking pupils' notes as a key factor in driving improved educational outcomes.

In a contrasting study by Johnson (2016), the author explored the challenges faced by
school heads in effectively supervising the curriculum, including checking pupils' notes, in a
sample of schools in Australia. The study identified barriers such as limited time and
resources, lack of training in curriculum supervision, and competing demands on school
leaders' time. Despite these challenges, the study highlighted the importance of school
heads' commitment to ensuring that pupils' notes were regularly checked and provided
insights into strategies that could help overcome barriers to effective curriculum supervision.

Overall, the literature on school heads' curriculum supervision practices in checking

pupils' notes underscores the critical role that school leaders play in monitoring and
evaluating the quality of student work. Through actively engaging in the process of checking
pupils' notes, school heads can identify areas for improvement, provide feedback to
teachers, and ultimately enhance the learning experience for students.
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Brown, A. L., & Palincsar, A. S. (2018). Guided, cooperative learning and individual
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Gnam, J. P., Loeffler, S. N., Haertel, S., Engel, F., Hey, S., Boes, K., ... & Strahler, J. (2019).
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Johnson, L., Becker, S. A., Cummins, M., Estrada, V., Freeman, A., & Hall, C. (2016). NMC
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Hallinger, P., & Murphy, J. (1986). Instructional Leadership in Effective Schools.

Ngui, P. M. (2023). Headteachers’ instructional supervision practices influencing pupils’

academic performance in public primary schools in Kangundo sub county Machakos
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