摘要：The purpose of this study was to investigate teacher and principal perceptions of the role of the
principal in fostering teachers‘ professional growth. A Likert-type questionnaire was used to explore
the ways 476 teachers and 135 principals see themselves as being supported in their professional
growth. New and veteran teachers and principals differ in their perceptions of what support they deem
important to teacher professional growth. Teachers indicate that having a mentor is the most supportive
factor in their growth. Principals tend to agree that listening to teacher concerns is the most supportive
factor in fostering teacher professional growth.
关键词：teacher professional growth; principal-teacher perceptions; teacher development
