This important work identifies the critical elements of sustainability—the necessary goal of systemic reform—which requires a long-term commitment tchange for the benefit of students - Lois Adams-Rogers, Deputy Executive Director, Council of Chief State School Officers
The recent emphasis on educational reform has lead tmany books on initiating school improvement, but relatively few on how tsustain reform efforts sthat improvements have a lasting impact
Changing for Good offers a detailed examination of current schoolwide reform efforts and identifies strategies for introducing, managing, and sustaining successful school renewal programs Based on a six-year study of 74 schools, the book provides a model for generating the necessary district support, schoolwide leadership, teacher commitment, and performance outcomes tcultivate improvement that lasts Applicable at all levels, this model helps readers:
- Align reform efforts with educational standards and accountability guidelines
- Create a research-based improvement plan
- Support change by developing a shared vision
- Promote distributed leadership
- Celebrate gains tencourage cooperation
The most beneficial school improvements are the ones that endure With this exceptional resource, educational administrators and leaders can create a school environment that embraces meaningful change, sustains positive reform, and ensures successful learning outcomes
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