Learn how meeting teachers' needs for growth translates to student success! We know that different students learn in different ways. Adult learners do too! Discover a framework for helping teachers change by differentiating approaches to development based on their learning styles and personality types. This expanded second edition includes: An online tool to discover your personality type and how it fits into a strength-based framework for working with people who do and don't think like you A new coaching cycle model with core questions for differentiating coaching and planning your next coaching move Five key elements for effectively coaching teachers for change
Move from entrenched differences to common goals! All too often, key education initiatives collapse because leaders fail to anticipate and learn from the concerns of those charged with implementation. This illuminating book shows how education leaders can bring opposing groups to common ground, resulting in a solid plan built on diverse wisdom. Acclaimed education coach Jane Kise demonstrates how polarity thinking-a powerful tool for bridging differences developed by Barry Johnson of Polarity Partnerships-provides an alternative to endless debates and either/or thinking. Rather than seeing conflicting forces, the tools help us view them as equally important-even interdependent-concepts, approaches, or models. Readers will find: Ways to recognize polarities, map the positive and negative aspects, and channel energy wasted on disagreement toward a greater common purpose Tools for introducing and working with polarities Polarity mapping to help leaders improve processes for leading change and creating buy-in Ways to use polarity with students as a framework for higher-level thinking "Jane Kise provides guidance for educators engaged in deep change and implementation of initiatives in which stakeholders have opposing perspectives. Through authentic examples of significant changes educators face today, Kise guides educators to leverage polarity thinking to promote commitment, engagement, and investment." - Joellen Killion, Senior Advisor Learning Forward "The mind, entrenched in the rigidity of either/or thinking, dwells on the divisions and ignores the connections of both/and. This engaging and practical book helps our students (and their teachers) transcend those divisions in a journey toward enriched enlightenment and greater flexibility." -Arthur L. Costa, Emeritus Professor California State University, Sacramento
Effective Collaboration, Communication, and Change Through Personality Type
"The personality type framework allows administrators to know their staff in ways that can be applied every day. Twenty years in the principalship have given me some of the same understandings as those found here, but this book allows those lessons to be learned more quickly and with less cost." -Brian Doty, Principal Caledonia Middle School, MN "This book is research-based and grounded in practice and practical application. A wonderful resource for ensuring high-quality learning environments that honor students' learning preferences." -Mark Bower, Director of Elementary Education and Staff Development Hilton Central School District, NY A dynamic model for transforming leadership teams into powerful agents for school change! How can you help your leadership team collaborate and resolve conflicts in ways that improve student achievement? The authors demonstrate how an understanding of personality types and adults' individual leadership styles can help school leaders and team members understand one another's personal working preferences, work from individual strengths, uncover new areas for development, and distribute leadership responsibilities more effectively. This text provides: Descriptions of leadership styles Ways to build a team Strategies for coping with leadership stress A model for problem solving Differentiated School Leadership is an ideal resource for principals, teacher leaders, superintendents, and those leading or serving on school improvement teams.
Effective Collaboration, Communication, and Change Through Personality Type
"The personality type framework allows administrators to know their staff in ways that can be applied every day. Twenty years in the principalship have given me some of the same understandings as those found here, but this book allows those lessons to be learned more quickly and with less cost." -Brian Doty, Principal Caledonia Middle School, MN "This book is research-based and grounded in practice and practical application. A wonderful resource for ensuring high-quality learning environments that honor students' learning preferences." -Mark Bower, Director of Elementary Education and Staff Development Hilton Central School District, NY A dynamic model for transforming leadership teams into powerful agents for school change! How can you help your leadership team collaborate and resolve conflicts in ways that improve student achievement? The authors demonstrate how an understanding of personality types and adults' individual leadership styles can help school leaders and team members understand one another's personal working preferences, work from individual strengths, uncover new areas for development, and distribute leadership responsibilities more effectively. This text provides: Descriptions of leadership styles Ways to build a team Strategies for coping with leadership stress A model for problem solving Differentiated School Leadership is an ideal resource for principals, teacher leaders, superintendents, and those leading or serving on school improvement teams.
A Framework for Instruction, Assessment, and Classroom Management
"I loved this book! It was so informative I couldn't put it down. Every teacher-beginning, experienced, urban, suburban, rural, and private-will find examples and ideas that they can use immediately." -Sharon Jeffery, National Board Certified Teacher, Plymouth Public Schools, MA "Brilliant! An absolute goldmine for teachers. Each page delivers a nugget of insight, understanding and guidance for both easy and tough teaching situations." -B. Bradley West, Professor, Michigan State University "Offers a 'suitcase' filled with ideas to enhance any learning experience. The techniques offered range from simple modifications to more comprehensive restructuring of curriculum. There is something for everyone in this book." -Amy M. Zais, Associate Principal, Eau Claire North High School, WI "Deftly illustrates how crucial the personality type and learning style of the teacher is to the learning environment in the classroom. The teacher emerges from this guide with a surer sense of self and how to help students achieve 'flow' in the classroom so they can work in their best mode while also expanding into new ones." -Lyn Fairchild, Coordinator of Independent Learning, Duke University Leverage proven teaching strategies to motivate all students! Students' learning styles are as unique as their personalities. As a result, the most successful teachers are often those who understand how to adjust their educational techniques to honor students of all intelligences and backgrounds. This comprehensive resource, based on the author's years of research and experience, presents a usable, understandable framework that assists K-12 teachers in achieving success in today's differentiated classroom. From easy-to-implement techniques to templates for planning lengthy curriculum units, teachers receive clear direction for appealing to the learning personalities in their diverse classrooms. Readers will also find: Relevant stories, exercises, and examples to illustrate differentiated classroom instruction Balanced advice for improving student growth and performance in small-group work, class discussions, and relationship building Practical ideas and activities for immediate application in the classroom Discover teaching techniques that result in success for students of all learning styles!
A Framework for Instruction, Assessment, and Classroom Management
"I loved this book! It was so informative I couldn't put it down. Every teacher-beginning, experienced, urban, suburban, rural, and private-will find examples and ideas that they can use immediately." -Sharon Jeffery, National Board Certified Teacher, Plymouth Public Schools, MA "Brilliant! An absolute goldmine for teachers. Each page delivers a nugget of insight, understanding and guidance for both easy and tough teaching situations." -B. Bradley West, Professor, Michigan State University "Offers a 'suitcase' filled with ideas to enhance any learning experience. The techniques offered range from simple modifications to more comprehensive restructuring of curriculum. There is something for everyone in this book." -Amy M. Zais, Associate Principal, Eau Claire North High School, WI "Deftly illustrates how crucial the personality type and learning style of the teacher is to the learning environment in the classroom. The teacher emerges from this guide with a surer sense of self and how to help students achieve 'flow' in the classroom so they can work in their best mode while also expanding into new ones." -Lyn Fairchild, Coordinator of Independent Learning, Duke University Leverage proven teaching strategies to motivate all students! Students' learning styles are as unique as their personalities. As a result, the most successful teachers are often those who understand how to adjust their educational techniques to honor students of all intelligences and backgrounds. This comprehensive resource, based on the author's years of research and experience, presents a usable, understandable framework that assists K-12 teachers in achieving success in today's differentiated classroom. From easy-to-implement techniques to templates for planning lengthy curriculum units, teachers receive clear direction for appealing to the learning personalities in their diverse classrooms. Readers will also find: Relevant stories, exercises, and examples to illustrate differentiated classroom instruction Balanced advice for improving student growth and performance in small-group work, class discussions, and relationship building Practical ideas and activities for immediate application in the classroom Discover teaching techniques that result in success for students of all learning styles!
