Professional Development for School Improvement
Author | : Stephen P. Gordon |
Publisher | : Allyn & Bacon |
Total Pages | : 322 |
Release | : 2004 |
ISBN-10 | : UVA:X004707092 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book Professional Development for School Improvement written by Stephen P. Gordon and published by Allyn & Bacon. This book was released on 2004 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book integrates knowledge from professional development and school improvement to describe frameworks that can increase the capacity of individuals, teams, and organizations to grow and develop. The text argues that both professional development and school improvement should have as their primary purpose the improvement of teaching and learning. Eleven frameworks for professional development are presented, along with strategies for integrating multiple frameworks in comprehensive programs. School leader development is addressed as a prerequisite for professional and school development.