What is a typical focus of consultee-centered consultation?

• A. Attitude and behavior change of the professional
• B. Curriculum development
• C. Policy implementation
• D. Student outcomes assessment

Answer: (A)

Consultee-centered consultation concentrates on the professional client, with the aim of changing the consultee’s attitudes and behavior to better support students. The idea is to help the teacher or other educational professional reflect on their beliefs, clarify challenges they face in working with students, and develop and practice new strategies or approaches. Through guided questioning, feedback, modeling, and follow-up coaching, the consultant supports professional growth, self-efficacy, and more effective practice. While improved student outcomes may result, the primary focus is the consultee’s development rather than directly altering curriculum, policy, or measuring student performance. This distinction sets consultee-centered work apart from approaches that center on curriculum development, policy implementation, or student-outcome assessment.