Earl (theory and policy studies, University of Toronto) explains the role of assessment in the changing school context, discusses its influence on student learning, and offers examples of its successf
Take the confusion out of assessment, and make it work to enhance the learning process-every day! Assessment and evaluation are central to educational reform, and they represent major shifts in th
Concentrating on routine management issues faced by principals, Lemley (leadership, University of South Florida) offers advice on providing vision, defining school culture, the quality of instruction,
This powerful resource includes valuable self-assessment tools, resources, and practical applications that will help instructional leaders develop a modern, creative, team-centered school.
No-nonsense, practical advice for identifying and deterring cheating! Who cheats and why? How do they cheat? What are the consequences? What are the ways of stopping it before it starts? These cri
To better understand how high-stakes accountability has influenced teaching and learning, this book takes an in-depth look at the myriad consequences that high-stakes tests hold for students, teachers
Examining the ways principals actually make decisions, this book highlights the role of intuition and offers guidance on the use, assessment, and creative possibilities of intuitive decision-making. S
Foreword by John I. GoodladA Joint Publication With the Ontario Principals' CouncilMichael Fullan examines the moral purpose of school leadership and its critical rol
This book is based on the belief that decision making is perhaps the most critical of all teaching skills and that good assessments lie at the core of good decision making. To become better teachers t
Aimed at aspiring and practicing system administrators, this volume presents ten case studies illustrating a variety of issues faced by superintendents in school districts of all sizes. Each case is l
In this book, Starratt enters the national conversation among educational administration scholars and practitioners about what constitutes the core of their knowledge and practice. In Part I, he devel
Reshaping the Landscape of School Leadership Development: A Global Perspective traces developments in this arena as they evolved since 1980. The book is comprised of chapters authored by the leading s
This handbook offers an overview of the procedures of superintendent evaluation, outlining a three-tiered model, detailing the steps of the evaluation process, and defining criteria for good policy.
Combining theoretical perspectives and stories recounting the experience of practitioners in North America and the South Pacific, this guide presents a view of school leadership that takes both social
Featuring the leading figures in educational leadership, this resource presents research and key considerations to assist in making decisions about new programs and directions for your school.
