Full Description
The purpose of this book is to clearly define an approach to school improvement that uses professional learning community (PLC) practices to achieve school improvement and success for every student. This book offers information, examples and case studies to clarify the concept of a PLC, to respond to critical issues in schools, and to support educational leaders in addressing the important mandates of accountability and school improvement. As school leaders proactively lead efforts to create learning communities, their schools, districts, and staff will incorporate knowledge, skills, and practices that focus on teaching and learning for all. The authors' findings will assist leaders, change agents, policy makers, and university faculty in guiding schools toward creating and maintaining PLCs as they sustain school improvement for student learning.
Contents
Chapter 1 Foreword
Chapter 2 Introduction
Chapter 3 Demystifying the PLC Concept
Chapter 4 Methodology and Conceptual Framework
Chapter 5 Assessing and Analyzing Schools
Chapter 6 Diagnostic and Planning Tools
Chapter 7 The Professional Teaching and Learning Cycle
Chapter 8 Case Story Overview
Chapter 9 Case Story #1: Lake Elementary (PreK-8)
Chapter 10 Case Story #2: Galena Park Middle School (6-8)
Chapter 11 Case Story #3: Ralph H. Metcalfe Elementary (K4-8)
Chapter 12 Sustainability: A Constant Process for Continuing Improvement
Chapter 13 Final Reflections for Moving Schools Forward
