Teachers Leading Change

Doing Research for School Improvement

Inbunden, Engelska, 2005

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`Their book will be of interest to teachers who wish to be proactive rather than reactive. It will be important reading for anyone who wishes to undertake school-based research' - Times Educational Supplement

`This is a book which places teachers at the heart of inquiry for improvement. The realism, experience and optimism of each of the writers, shines through each page of the text. It is a "can-do" book which combines discussion of principles, practices and contexts with practical examples of exercises - recommended reading for those wishing to reflect upon the challenges and joys of engaging in teacher-led change' Christopher Day, Professor of Education and Co-Director of the Centre for Research on Teacher and School Development (CRSTD), The University of Nottingham

This book shows how to support teachers' leadership of school change. Within a theoretical and policy context, the authors: give practical guidance for integrating inquiry with practice; show how to encourage collaboration and critical dialogue within and between schools; focus strongly on pupil, teacher and organizational learning.

The book includes tried-and-tested ideas for aspiring and experienced teacher leaders and researchers.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2005-09-20
Mått156 x 234 x undefined mm
Vikt440 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
SerieLeading Teachers, Leading Schools Series
Antal sidor208
Upplaga1
FörlagSAGE Publications
ISBN9781412900669

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A Note on the Supporting Materials in This BookChapter One: Teachers As Leaders Of LearningChapter Two: Unlocking School CulturesChapter Three: Teacher Research - And Beyond Chapter Four: Enquiry to Support Teachers Leading Change Finding a Focus The Art of Case Study Ethical Enquiry Reflecting On Practice Voices for Change Exploring Stories, Selves and Identities Making an Impact: Interactive Enquiry for Change Gathering and Using Evidence Making Sense and Making Meaning Improving PracticeChapter Five: Teachers′ Stories of ChangeGloria′s Story: Teacher Leadership to Improve the Learning Culture in the School′s Sixth FormSarah′s Story: Dilemmas in Improving the Place and Perception of Technology in the CurriculumJonathan′s Story: Empowering A Level Biology Students to Become Independent LearnersWorking with the Culture: Developing a Model for Teacher-Led School ChangeChapter Six: Towards New Ways of Working ReferencesResources Available Online:An Audit of Professional Development ActivitySome Definitions of Leadership. The Impact of Teacher-Led Development Work: How Can Headteachers Support Teachers Leading Change?What Can Teacher Leaders Do To Build Capacity?Has Your Research Taken Full Account Of Ethical Issues?

`Their book will be of interest to teachers who wish to be proactive rather than reactive. It will be important reading for anyone who wishes to undertake school-based research′ - Times Educational Supplement`This is a book which places teachers at the heart of inquiry for improvement. The realism, experience and optimism of each of the writers, shines through each page of the text. It is a "can-do" book which combines discussion of principles, practices and contexts with practical examples of exercises - recommended reading for those wishing to reflect upon the challenges and joys of engaging in teacher-led change′ - Christopher Day, Professor of Education and Co-Director of the Centre for Research on Teacher and School Development (CRSTD), The University of Nottingham