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This book has something for everyone—the teacher leader heading school improvement committees, the curriculum director working with teacher task forces, the superintendent working with community groups testablish vision and set priorities A very hands-on book with practical tools for leaders in any setting! - Mary Devin, Associate Professor Kansas State University Gives a multitude of techniques for collaborative planning and preparing for change This is an exceptional resource for school leaders tread and reflect on -Regina S Birdsell, Assistant Executive Director Connecticut Association of Schools Use these practical tips and real-world examples tfacilitate meaningful school change! This updated edition of the bestseller on school reform focuses on collaboration at three crucial levels: district, school, and classroom Recognizing the power of multilevel support, reform expert Edie L Holcomb provides a structure that helps teams of educators assess a situation, gather information, plan and implement change initiatives, evaluate progress, and sustain change In easy-to-understand language, Asking the Right Questions, Third Edition, effectively highlights the issues that need tbe addressed when implementing school improvement initiatives Building on her highly successful framework, the author presents a new discussion on shaping practice, creating effective decision-making structures, and reviewing improvement plans The new edition alsincludes: - Innovative strategies such as symbolic displays, configuration maps, priority grids, and open space technology - Additional examples of change scenarios from the field - Review questions and chapter summaries that highlight key points - A CD-ROM with figures, customizable forms, and a chapter-by-chapter discussion guide tfacilitate individual and group study From simple policy changes tbroad reform, this invaluable guide helps teachers, principals, and administrators work together tvisualize and enact changes that improve student achievement
