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A hallmark volume by one of the nations most accomplished school improvement scholars This is the most thoroughly researched, well-crafted, and useful volume on continuous improvement available Smylie does for continuous improvement what Fullan did for change - Joseph Murphy, Professor , Vanderbilt University Focusing on school change that improves teaching and learning, this guide for headteachers integrates evolutionary change theory with the research on continuous improvement Mark A Smylie begins with a succinct overview of organizational change that provides readers with the foundation they need tembark on a school change initiative Interviews with educators involved with organizational change provide insightful examples and first-person responses tthe challenges inherent in school change Continuous School Improvement alsaddresses the major implementation problems that leaders face, such as: - Building trust - Creating a culture of mutual responsibility - Building support - Setting goals - Responding tteachers stress in the face of change
