educational leadership

"[Teacher-librarian Jennifer Casa-Todd argues that] equipping students for their future begins by helping them become digital leaders now. [Moreover, she stresses that] in our networked society, students need to learn how to leverage social media to connect to people, passions, and opportunities to grow and make a difference ... [She presents stories of] kids who are leveraging social media inpositive and powerful ways"--Back cover.

"[Teacher-librarian Jennifer Casa-Todd argues that] equipping students for their future begins by helping them become digital leaders now. [Moreover, she stresses that] in our networked society, students need to learn how to leverage social media to connect to people, passions, and opportunities to grow and make a difference ... [She presents stories of] kids who are leveraging social media inpositive and powerful ways"--Back cover.

Introduces an intentional and targeted teaching approach designed to foster discussion among educators about what they do in the classroom. Also examines its use for teacher self-assessment and for peer feedback in professional learning communities.

"Teachers are powerful change agents in the on-going process of school improvement. This ... companion guide to Donohoo's ... Collaborative Inquiry for Educators helps school leaders develop a sustainable professional learning culture. Practical suggestions and in-depth research shed light on your path as you explore the benefits and challenges of adopting authentic teacher collaboration across schools and districts. Learn valuable lessons from leaders in the field and discover: A rationale and framework for engaging in inquiry; the vital conditions needed to ensure systemwide collaboration; Common pitfalls and the four stages of school improvement"--Amazon.com.

Drawing on his experience as a teacher and a principal as well as research in education, the author explains the advantages of collaborative leadership and how schools can start practicing this type of leadership.

A guide for principals on the education of English language learners (ELLs), describing how to create a culture that encourages ELL advocacy and achievement, providing case studies that describe school leaders who have made positive changes, and offering tips and resources to improve professional development and strengthen the connections between home, school, and community.

Presents a message about the importance of applying common sense practices to school reform, through a story in which a growing crowd of people try to advise a rider on what to do when his horse dies.