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McCann (English and teacher certification, Northern Illinois U.) et al. argue that the quality of teachers in classrooms is the most important factor in continuous school improvement and reform. They show high school leaders a process for raising the quality of teachers by envisioning what good teaching looks and sounds like, measuring the quality of current instruction against this standard, and working with a community of professionals to move the quality of instruction close to the ideal. They detail current trends in instruction, addressing the debate about best practices and describing distinctive practices that separate exceptional from mediocre teachers. They identify the actions needed to promote and sustain high-quality teaching, including in hiring, recruiting, and induction; the elements of a mentoring program; staff development programs; teacher evaluation to promote professional growth; how to listen to what students say to inform the quality of instruction; communication, professional conduct, collaboration, and other aspects of school culture; and how to deal with leadership challenges such as resistant teachers and building trust. Annotation c2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)