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Taking Charge : Leading with Passion and Purpose in the Principalship

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Format Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10 0807752908
ISBN-13 9780807752906
Publisher Teachers' College Press
Imprint Teachers' College Press
Country of Manufacture US
Country of Publication GB
Publication Date Dec 23rd, 2011
Print length 256 Pages
Weight 329 grams
Dimensions 22.30 x 15.40 x 1.50 cms
Ksh 4,650.00
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Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

1. Knowing the student well

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

Taking Charge is a practical guide to the “craft knowledge” of leading schools from an experienced principal, school reformer, and educational consultant. Drawing on his own experiences as well as the experiences of other school leaders, Shaw captures the essence of what principals do and the leadership traits they need to take charge for school improvement. Through vivid portrayals, the book presents the strategic actions taken by principals in their first 15 months on the job and demonstrates the importance of taking action quickly. From these narratives of practice emerge four guiding principles, or “pillars,” that underpin participatory leadership in high-performing school learning communities:

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

1. Knowing the student well

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

2. Strong inclusive professional relationships

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

3. Continuous development of intellectual capital

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

4. Powerful and cohesive pedagogical responsiveness in teaching across all classrooms

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.

This book delivers a comprehensive program for successful school leadership that will speak to new and experienced principals, as well as any school leader who wants to make a difference in the life chances of all students.


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