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The efficacy of the scientific method is well established, of course, and it is not surprising that many educators are drawn to this super-philosophy as a way of formulating effective solutions to convoluted problems. For instance, Glickman and his colleagues add that, "The use of trial and error in a laboratory setting is the key to evaluating the outcome of action. Therefore, experimentalists do not view knowledge as absolute or external to human capabilities. Rather, knowledge is a result of the interaction between the scientific person and the environment" (p. 97).
Conclusion
The research showed that educational supervisors are faced with a complex set of challenges in their day-to-day work that demands a viable educational super-philosophy. For this purpose, the research also showed that experimentalism provides educational supervisors with the framework they need to evaluate alternatives and identify optimal solutions in different settings. Although the approach is democratic by definition, it is the ultimate responsibility of the educational supervisor to determine which opinions should be afforded serious consideration. Finally, a consistent theme that emerged from the relevant literature was the temporary nature of the optimal solutions identified by the experimentalist process wherein knowledge is not absolute and the dynamic nature of the human condition will also require...
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To include: the study of mathematics, science, English, geography, second languages, history, reading comprehension, writing and vocabulary. To achieve these different objectives, administrators will work hand in hand with educators to create lesson plans that will inspire their students. During this process, is when the administrator will evaluate each individual teacher and identify areas where they can improve. This will help them more effectively reach out to their students.
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