What is Developmental Supervision

Supervision is a vital component of effective education and should be implemented as a regular practice to strengthen teachers' instructional methods in the face of ongoing accountability demands and responsibilities, which can hinder the primary purpose of teaching and learning. Supervision has evolved from rigid oversight to more supportive and tailored approaches that encourage teachers to reflect on their practices. As the key educators of students, teachers must remain current with the latest educational trends, pedagogy, methods, and best practices to achieve educational goals. This chapter aims to revitalize essential supervisory models within schools and underscores the importance of integrating adult learning theories and stage theories of adult and teacher development into supervisory processes, ultimately improving teaching and learning outcomes.