Education in the twenty-first century demands that we examine school practices as never before. The research on teacher effectiveness abounds. It has influenced federal, state and local policies resulting in changed certification practices and improved professional development opportunities with a focus on student achievement results. These same conditions have impacted district and school leadership. This pragmatic book offers a road map to identify, design, and strengthen leadership skills. It is very readable, eminently sensible, and provides sound philosophical advice to support and sustain growth in leadership teams in any school or district. Some additional key features of this book include: *A hiring process model *Classroom observation process *Paradigm for leadership professional development *Process for leadership observations *Extensive research supporting book's tenets

About the Author
MARY ELLEN FREELEY is associate professor in the Department of Administration and Instructional Leadership in the School of Education at St. John's University and past president of ASCD. Prior to joining the university faculty, Dr. Freeley served for twelve years as superintendent of schools for three Nassau County districts as well as an assistant superintendent for curriculum and an elementary school principal. DIANE SCRICCA is assistant professor of educational leadership, Mercy College; previously, she was a superintendent, deputy superintendent, and an assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction on Long Island in New York. For thirteen years, Dr. Scricca was an award-winning principal of Elmont Memorial Jr.-Sr. High School in New York, a Blue Ribbon School and Education Trust, Dispelling the Myth Award winner.


Book Information
ISBN 9781475801385
Author Mary Ellen Freeley
Format Paperback
Page Count 118
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 191g
Dimensions(mm) 231mm * 151mm * 9mm