Description
Improve student outcomes with collective teacher efficacy.
If educators’ realities are filtered through the belief that they can do very little to influence student achievement, then it is likely these beliefs will manifest in their practice. The solution? Collective efficacy (CE)—the belief that, through collective actions, educators can influence student outcomes and increase achievement. Educators with high efficacy show greater effort and persistence, willingness to try new teaching approaches, and attend more closely to struggling students’ needs. This book presents practical strategies and tools for increasing student achievement by sharing:
- Rationale and sources for establishing CE
- Conditions and leadership practices for CE to flourish
- Professional learning structures/protocols
Table of Contents
List of Figures and Tables
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Chapter 1. Collective Teacher Efficacy
What Is Collective Teacher Efficacy?
Why Is Collective Teacher Efficacy Important?
Efficacy Shaping Information
In Conclusion
Chapter 2. Consequences of Collective Teacher Efficacy
Greater Effort and Persistence
Willingness to Try New Approaches
Conveying High Expectations
Fostering Learner Autonomy
Decreasing Disruptive Behavior
Increased Commitment
Enhanced Parental Involvement
In Conclusion
Chapter 3. Fostering Collective Teacher Efficacy
Six Enabling Conditions for Collective Teacher Efficacy
Fostering Collective Efficacy: A Theory of Action
In Conclusion
Chapter 4. Enhancing Collective Efficacy Through Professional Learning
Seven Characteristics of Effective Professional Learning
Efficacy Enhancing Collaborative Learning Structures
Efficacy Enhancing Protocols
In Conclusion
Chapter 5. Leaders Utilize a Collaborative Inquiry Framework to Organize Actions
Getting Started
Stage 1: Plan
Stage 2: Act
Stage 3: Observe
Stage 4: Assess
In Conclusion
Resources
A. Template for Documenting Student Learning
B. Team Success Analysis Protocol
C. Observer as Learner Protocol
D. Evidence Analysis Protocol
E. Diversity Rounds Protocol
F. Developing a Shared Vision Protocol
G. School Visits Protocol
H. World Café Protocol
I. Assignment Analysis Protocol
J. The Enabling Conditions for Collective Teacher Efficacy Questionnaire
K. Leadership Theory of Action
L. Characteristics of Collaborative Leadership Inquiry Continuum
References
Index
