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List of contents
Foreword by George Couros
Preface
Introduction
1. We Are All Lead Learners
2. Teachers as Lead Learners
3. #Edleaders as Lead Learners
4. Lead Learners Build Relationships
5. Lead Learners Create Conditions for Change
6. Lead Learners Are Culturally Competent
7. Lead Learners Encourage Student Voice
8. Lead Learners Communicate Effectively
About the author
Joe Mazza is the Leadership Innovation Manager at The University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education. Mazza is also internationally recognized as a leader in family-school partnerships and engagement, including his service as an advisor to both the Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL) and National Association for Family, School and Community Engagement (NAFSCE) in Washington, DC. He speaks regularly at conferences and also has a huge social media presence through Twitter, Voxxer, and Facebook.
Derek McCoy is Principal of West Rowan Middle School in Salisbury, NC. He has been recognized as a 2014 NASSP Digital Principal.
Summary
This book reveals how teacher-leaders and building leaders can create a positive school culture that encourages learning, engagement, and growth. Authors Joe Mazza and Derek McCoy show that all educators are lead learners with the power to inspire change and act as positive role-models. You’ll find out best practices for making the most of your role as a lead learner, from building relationships, to communicating with parents, to encouraging student voice. You’ll also discover how to connect with other educators through technology and social media to help you learn and grow in your role. As you read, join the conversation and interact with the authors using #leadlearner.
