Description
`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.
Table of Contents
A Note on the Supporting Materials in This Book
Chapter One: Teachers As Leaders Of Learning
Chapter Two: Unlocking School Cultures
Chapter 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 Practice
Chapter Five: Teachers′ Stories of Change
Gloria′s Story: Teacher Leadership to Improve the Learning Culture in the School′s Sixth Form
Sarah′s Story: Dilemmas in Improving the Place and Perception of Technology in the Curriculum
Jonathan′s Story: Empowering A Level Biology Students to Become Independent Learners
Working with the Culture: Developing a Model for Teacher-Led School Change
Chapter Six: Towards New Ways of Working
References
Resources Available Online:
An Audit of Professional Development Activity
Some 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?
