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Raise the level of rigor in your school and dramatically improve student learning with the tools in this book! In Rigor in Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders, Second Edition, each illuminating exercise is tailored to leaders looking to spread the word on rigor and beat the obstacles to achieving school-wide improvement. In this new edition, the authors answer more questions about common obstacles faced by principals, explore how technology can support rigor in your school, and provide additional information on collaborative tools for building a culture that supports rigor for all.
The tools in this book help you:
Assess where you are now
Evaluate and adjust curriculum
Design an advocacy plan
Ensure accountability with parents
Use your school's schedule to increase rigor
And more!
For both new and experienced leaders, you'll find this easy-to-use toolkit full of practical templates and strategies to implement immediately. Many tools are available as free eResources from our website, www.routledge.com/ 9781138665293.
List of contents
CONTENTS
Acknowledgments
Meet the Authors
Introduction
- Leadership for Increased Rigor
- Rigor, Research, and the Change Process
- Culture
- Ownership and Shared Vision
- Managing Data
- Professional Development
- Advocacy
- Shared Accountability
- Structures that Support Rigor
- Moving Forward for Growth
- Professional Development for Your Teachers
References
About the author
Dr. Ronald Williamson is Professor of Leadership at Eastern Michigan University. He is a former principal, central office administrator, and Executive Director of the National Middle School Association (now AMLE).
Dr. Barbara R. Blackburn is the bestselling author of sixteen books and is a sought-after consultant. She was an award-winning professor at Winthrop University and has taught students of all ages.
Summary
Raise the level of rigor in your school and dramatically improve student learning with the tools in this book!
