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This book aims at providing the framework and the tools for the
transformation of the workplace. The core framework here proposed
to teachers, school administrators, counselors, parents, and
education leaders from kindergarten to college consists of building
domestic knowledge. Unearthing and fostering an organization's own
knowledge, the book posits, translates into collectively shared
understandings, skills, and dispositions which, in the aggregate
translates into local capacity. The more members of an organization
become involved in knowledge production, the denser its ability to
deliver its stated mission. When an organization systematically
implements a critical, intentional, and collective action to dig
into its own day-to-day practices and brings up to the surface
knowledge that has not been systematized, the higher the chances
for the organization to create a shared sense of purpose and the
know-how to deliver its promises. Thus, the book walks the reader
from the very first to the last step of this knowledge making
through an innovative approach to collaborative action research.
This book aims at providing the framework and the tools for the
transformation of the workplace. The core framework here proposed
to teachers, school administrators, counselors, parents, and
education leaders from kindergarten to college consists of building
domestic knowledge. Unearthing and fostering an organization's own
knowledge, the book posits, translates into collectively shared
understandings, skills, and dispositions which, in the aggregate
translates into local capacity. The more members of an organization
become involved in knowledge production, the denser its ability to
deliver its stated mission. When an organization systematically
implements a critical, intentional, and collective action to dig
into its own day-to-day practices and brings up to the surface
knowledge that has not been systematized, the higher the chances
for the organization to create a shared sense of purpose and the
know-how to deliver its promises. Thus, the book walks the reader
from the very first to the last step of this knowledge making
through an innovative approach to collaborative action research.
'The authors show that by thinking critically about how we interact
with others and by making the necessary changes in our own
behavior, leaders can model respectful and collaborative ways of
addressing and responding to others and gradually change the norms
of the whole community' - Gordon Wells, Professor of Education
University of California, Santa Cruz Unlock the power of language
to promote equity in your school! This enlightening book shows how
everyday speech can be a transforming force in today's schools,
creating a more equitable environment for people of all
backgrounds. Written by experts on language and diversity, this
resource combines research-validated tools and real-world insights
for addressing verbal communication issues within the classroom and
schoolwide. Readers will find: - Case studies and vignettes that
show how language contributes to school change and shapes community
relationships - Thought-provoking exercises that strengthen
language awareness and leadership skills - Guidance on effectively
coaching students and colleagues on equity issues and the use of
appropriate language. By using language to overcome barriers,
foster collaboration, and promote respect, leaders can make a
significant difference in the quality of life and work in schools.
'The authors show that by thinking critically about how we interact
with others and by making the necessary changes in our own
behavior, leaders can model respectful and collaborative ways of
addressing and responding to others and gradually change the norms
of the whole community' - Gordon Wells, Professor of Education
University of California, Santa Cruz Unlock the power of language
to promote equity in your school! This enlightening book shows how
everyday speech can be a transforming force in today's schools,
creating a more equitable environment for people of all
backgrounds. Written by experts on language and diversity, this
resource combines research-validated tools and real-world insights
for addressing verbal communication issues within the classroom and
schoolwide. Readers will find: - Case studies and vignettes that
show how language contributes to school change and shapes community
relationships - Thought-provoking exercises that strengthen
language awareness and leadership skills - Guidance on effectively
coaching students and colleagues on equity issues and the use of
appropriate language. By using language to overcome barriers,
foster collaboration, and promote respect, leaders can make a
significant difference in the quality of life and work in schools.
Teacher leadership is not easy but it is an essential component of
today's accountability driven schools. Teacher leaders can be
formal or informal leaders, but their goal remains the
same--maximizing student learning and improving the school culture.
And who better to teach us about the obstacles, challenges, and
victories of teacher leadership than teachers themselves? Krovetz
and Arriaza place teachers' voices and stories at the center of
this book, using these moving narratives to illustrate the key
concepts of teacher leadership. The book is organized around the
habits of mind of inquiry, equity, and advocacy as a means of
developing effective teacher leaders. Further, the authors include
information on how teacher leaders can document and sustain their
growth as teacher leaders. Based on the authors' work with hundreds
of teacher leaders, this essential guide is ideal for school
leaders and leadership teams.
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