Road Map to PLC Success

Häftad, Engelska, 2017

AvSean McWherter,Sean Mcwherter

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Educators often have trouble properly implementing Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) because they simply don’t know how the process is supposed to work. By cutting through the fluff and generalities, this book provides a clear road map that takes school leaders step-by-step through the entire PLC process. Each chapter addresses a foundational component or protocol necessary for building successful team-based learning communities, using real life examples to help teachers and leaders understand how to integrate this process and avoid common pitfalls that inhibit implementation. Whether you’re just starting the PLC process or you’re looking to get more out of your PLCs, this book will lead you to continued student and teacher growth, regardless of current achievement levels, socioeconomic status, or impending curricular changes.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2017-03-09
Mått152 x 229 x 11 mm
Vikt204 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor120
FörlagTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN9781138223554

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ContentsMeet the AuthorPrefaceAcknowledgementsChapter 1: What page are you on?ExpectationsCommon Terms with Uncommon MeaningsFormative AssessmentsSummative AssessmentsChapter 2: Getting StartedLogisticsChapter 3: Understanding the Process part 1 Pace YourselfPacing GuideUnpacking StandardsLearning Targets and AlignmentCurriculum GuidesCommon Lesson PlansConclusionChapter 4: Understanding the Process part 2Common AssessmentsDetermining ProficiencyPlanning Common AssessmentsMaking Common AssessmentsLength of AssessmentsStandards per AssessmentVetting Common AssessmentsCommon Reassessments (Quizzes vs. Tests)QuizzesTestsRaising the BarConclusionChapter 5: Understanding the Process part 3Using the DataUsing Common Assessment DataToo ColdToo HotJust RightFour Letter WordsMake Time to Target Student NeedsScheduling for Students with Special NeedsHow Does Grading Work?What Students are Reassessed?How are Students Reassessed?Minimum Grading PolicyConclusionChapter 6: Guiding the ConversationIntroductionThe First Meeting The Second MeetingThe Third MeetingMeeting OverlapsChapter 7: Avoiding Common PitfallsIntroductionFocus on Core InstructionBeware the Land of NiceCollaborationGetting StartedToo much Too SoonPresenceFunctionality All or Nothing VS Something is Better Than NothingChapter 8: putting it all TogetherMapping out the Process, Foundations, and ProtocolsUnderstanding the ProcessPlan your ProtocolsCommitment

Analyzing common assessment results through the data-driven decision making process in order to adjust instruction and improve student learning is the essential purpose of a true PLC. The value of McWherter’s book is in its practical, how-to approach that all administrators and teachers can follow to ensure that their PLCs are functioning at maximum potential: laying the proper foundation first, following established protocols, and avoiding the pitfalls that block effective collaboration. Larry Ainsworth, author of Common Formative Assessments 2.0: How Teacher Teams Intentionally Align Standards, Instruction, and Assessment "A Road Map to PLC Success is a great tool for educational leaders and administrators. It breaks down the steps in creating or revamping the Professional Learning Community (PLC) in the school setting. PLCs have been around and well-established for over a decade, yet most are not meeting their full potential. This book helps leaders understand the process of creating a successful PLC. It offers real-life examples and is easily readable. I’d highly recommend for anyone wanting to start the PLC process or revive their current PLC." Amy Ramsdell, Ed.D., Assistant Principal, Ozark High School, MO