Steven Katz (6)

Illustrating how networked learning communities (NLCs) can impact school improvement, the authors examine formal/informal leadership roles, collaborative inquiry as an essential tool, and how NLCs support schoolwide accountability.
Publisher Synopsis
"Taking your school from great to greater-to get there, this compelling book gives you tools to use with staff for reflecting on and refining your professional practices. It provides you and your team with effective options for taking learners to the next level of improvement."

Contents: Why networks? Why now? --
How networked learning communities work --
Establishing a clear and defensible focus --
Collaborative inquiry to challenge thinking and practice --
Leadership in networked professional learning communities --
From student learning to teacher learning --
Using the network to support professional learning for leaders --
Sustaining networked learning communities.… (more)