Improve Learning by Building Community - A Principal's Guide to Action (Paperback, New)

Written for head teachers, both new and experienced, Improve Learning by Building Community provides a blueprint for building effective learning communities committed to partnering with both the internal school community-faculty and staff-and the external school community-families, community organizations and service agencies, and school council educators. Based on research and best practices, the book helps school administrators articulate and implement a vision that utilizes community-wide support and participation to support student learning and achievement. Reflecting the author's work with head teachers, this resource provides case studies in each chapter with Practical Tips, Points for Practice, and Points to Ponder and provides specific guidance in areas such as: - Shaping a school culture that supports teamwork - Examining and understanding the external environment - Working with parents and community organizations - Honoring all school staff members, at all levels - Drawing on community support services - Collaborating with council staff

General

Imprint:	Sage Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2010
First published:	April 2010
Editors:	John C. Daresh • Jane Lynch
Dimensions:	254 x 177 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	152
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-1-4129-6961-1
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Organization & management of education > General
LSN:	1-4129-6961-1
Barcode:	9781412969611

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