Doing What Works: Ten Common-Sense Leadership Practices to Improve Student Learning: 10 Common-Sense Leadership Practices to Improve Student Learning - Softcover

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While new ideas and innovative programs and pedagogies are exciting, the simplest methods are often the most effective. In Doing What Works, author Chris Weber outlines ten practical, common-sense practices proven to transform student learning and propel school success. Each chapter includes examples from real school leaders and classroom teachers, as well as a series of suggested next steps.

Use this resource to explore and implement effective learning techniques for every student:

• Rediscover common-sense strategies and practices proven to strengthen schools and increase student learning.
• Receive recommendations and real-world examples to strengthen understanding of the ten specific practices outlined in the book.
• Explore how to prioritize content to maximize learning and ensure students learn behavioral skills alongside academic skills.
• Study strategies that inspire students to take ownership of their learning and empower parents to become active participants in their child’s education.
• Observe ways to provide rigorous tasks to enrich student learning and communicate clear learning targets.

Contents:
Acknowledgments
Table of Contents
About the Author
Introduction
Chapter 1: Teaching Less so Students Learn More
Chapter 2: Predicting and Preventing Challenges
Chapter 3: Letting Students Do the Talking and the Learning
Chapter 4: Keeping Learning Targets Visible and Still
Chapter 5: Nurturing Behavioral Habits That Affect Motivation
Chapter 6: Fostering Two-Way Feedback
Chapter 7: Emphasizing Skills Alongside or Above Content
Chapter 8: Promoting Rigorous Learning Tasks
Chapter 9: Empowering Parents as Partners in Education
Chapter 10: Inspiring and Enabling Staff Engagement
Epilogue
References and Resources
Index

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