Empowering mathematics teacher development: The necessity of content-specific supervision and feedback.

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Title: Empowering mathematics teacher development: The necessity of content-specific supervision and feedback.
Authors: Ocran, Patrick (AUTHOR), Lavigne, Alyson L. (AUTHOR)
Source: Theory Into Practice. Winter2026, Vol. 65 Issue 1, p67-81. 15p.
Subjects: Pedagogical content knowledge, Supervision, Mathematics education, Mathematics teachers, Psychological feedback, Reflective teaching
Abstract: Feedback is a significant element in the supervision process; yet, teachers rarely receive content-based feedback from their supervisors. As mathematics education continues to advance and encounter emerging challenges, the role of effective supervision becomes more crucial. We highlight the importance of content-specific supervision and feedback in the development of mathematics pre- and in-service teachers. We apply pedagogical content knowledge, developmental supervision, and reflective theory to illustrate how supervisors can provide meaningful and actionable feedback to mathematics teachers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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