administration

"In this book for school leaders, Jackson presents a new model for understanding teaching as a combination of skill and will and explains the best ways to support individual teachers' ongoing professional development. Here, you'll learn how to meet your teachers where they are and help every one of them -- from the raw novice to the savvy veteran, from the initiative-weary to the change-challenged to the already outstanding -- develop the mindset and habits of master teachers" -- from back cover.

A guide for school librarians to build leadership skills, including gaining an understanding of the educational environment; growing in confidence; building credibility through strategic risk-taking; and important career issues.

Contains a concise guidebook to assist schools in improving student achievement and provides descriptions of leadership roles, assessments, and systems building.

A practical guide for collecting and using data in order to make critical choices for teaching and learning, with case studies, discussion questions, and school improvement template.

Offers teachers proven techniques and strategies to help them reach out to faculty and students and create a classroom atmosphere that is conducive for effective learning and collaboration.

"In some parts of the world, students go to school all year. Is this a good idea? Readers ask themselves this question as they explore different arguments for and against year-round schooling"--Provided by publisher.