Organizational change and the development of faculty evaluation systems

摘要: I n t r o d u c i While most institutions of higher education support the concept faculty evaluation, such appraisal systems are seldom well received. These negative reactions often dismissed as resistance to accountability, but they can be based on knowledge many real problems associated with performance evaluation programs (Baird, Beatty & Schneier, 1982) and policies affecting their implementation (Centra, 1980; Miltman, 1981). Addressing these through applicat ion organizational change theory diffusion strategies which participatory permit construct combine practical experience expert suggestions so fit existing empirically derived principles. The resulting more likely reflect needs context institution. In this article, in described. Assumptions features newer alternative presented. A strategy for developing involving use committees structured phases input is discussed. recommendations here part a review relevant literature authors' experiences devising system School Allied Health Sciences at University Texas--Houston. Problems P e f m Appraisal