Categories

LEADERSHIP, systemic change, CULTURE

Areas

PRACTITIONER:teaching design and practices, PRACTITIONER:group practice and professional learning

Authors

Bryan Goodwin, Elizabeth Hubbell, Laura Lefkowits, Danette Parsley, Howard Pitler, Mel Sussman

Published

2009

Publisher

MidContinent Research for Education and Learning

Abstract

At McREL, we analyze research on the science of education and translate it into effective teaching, schooling, and leadership practices. But we have learned that the effectiveness of any practice is dependent on the school culture. Culture is not “touchy-feely”—it makes a difference. In this issue, we take a critical look at school culture. We offer concrete guidance for improving school culture and provide examples of what happens when school leaders fail to acknowledge its importance in their endeavors.

Files

• http://ea.niusileadscape.org/docs/FINAL_PRODUCTS/LearningCarousel/ChangingSchoolsSummer09.pdf