The High-Performing School:Benchmarking the 10 Indicators of Effectiveness

by: Mardale Dunsworth (Author),Dawn Billings(Author)

Publisher: Solution Tree

Publication Date: 2009/6/5

Language: English

Print Length: 384 pages

ISBN-10: 1936764938

ISBN-13: 9781936764938

Book Description

Finalist--ForeWord Reviews 2009 Book of the Year AwardGet three books in one! First, lea what research has identified as the 10 indicators of high-performing schools. Then, use rubrics to track how closely your school reflects those practices and lea what you can do to improve. Finally, use tools and strategies to create buy-in and involve all stakeholders, as well as monitor and report progress along the way. Benefits:Review up-to-date summaries of research on the characteristics and practices of effective schools. Lea how to use rubrics for determining the degree of a school's effectiveness. Gain step-by-step instructions for planning and conducting or undergoing an on-site school review. Contents:Introduction:Knowing What to Do Chapter 1:Effectiveness Indicator 1:Written Curriculum Chapter 2:Effectiveness Indicator 2:Instructional Program Chapter 3:Effectiveness Indicator 3:Student Assessment Chapter 4:Effectiveness Indicator 4:School Leadership Chapter 5:Effectiveness Indicator 5:Strategic Planning Chapter 6:Effectiveness Indicator 6:Professional Development Chapter 7:Effectiveness Indicator 7:Student Connectedness, Engagement, and Readiness Chapter 8:Effectiveness Indicator 8:School Environment Chapter 9:Effectiveness Indicator 9:Family and Community Involvement Chapter 10:Effectiveness Indicator 10:District Support Chapter 11:Leading the Way Chapter 12:Preparing for the On-Site Visit Chapter 13:Examining Data and Other Documents Chapter 14:The Process:How to Conduct a Research-Based On-Site School Review Chapter 15:Communicating Results Chapter 16:Now What? Strategic Planning and Professional Development Conclusion:Sustaining and Nurturing a Student-Focused School Appendix:Selected Tools

About the Author

Finalist--ForeWord Reviews 2009 Book of the Year AwardGet three books in one! First, lea what research has identified as the 10 indicators of high-performing schools. Then, use rubrics to track how closely your school reflects those practices and lea what you can do to improve. Finally, use tools and strategies to create buy-in and involve all stakeholders, as well as monitor and report progress along the way. Benefits:Review up-to-date summaries of research on the characteristics and practices of effective schools. Lea how to use rubrics for determining the degree of a school's effectiveness. Gain step-by-step instructions for planning and conducting or undergoing an on-site school review. Contents:Introduction:Knowing What to Do Chapter 1:Effectiveness Indicator 1:Written Curriculum Chapter 2:Effectiveness Indicator 2:Instructional Program Chapter 3:Effectiveness Indicator 3:Student Assessment Chapter 4:Effectiveness Indicator 4:School Leadership Chapter 5:Effectiveness Indicator 5:Strategic Planning Chapter 6:Effectiveness Indicator 6:Professional Development Chapter 7:Effectiveness Indicator 7:Student Connectedness, Engagement, and Readiness Chapter 8:Effectiveness Indicator 8:School Environment Chapter 9:Effectiveness Indicator 9:Family and Community Involvement Chapter 10:Effectiveness Indicator 10:District Support Chapter 11:Leading the Way Chapter 12:Preparing for the On-Site Visit Chapter 13:Examining Data and Other Documents Chapter 14:The Process:How to Conduct a Research-Based On-Site School Review Chapter 15:Communicating Results Chapter 16:Now What? Strategic Planning and Professional Development Conclusion:Sustaining and Nurturing a Student-Focused School Appendix:Selected Tools