Revisiting professional learning communities at work : new insights for improving schools /

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by DuFour, Richard,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Eaker, Robert E. | DuFour, Rebecca Burnette. Published by : Solution Tree, (Bloomington :) Physical details: xxii, 520 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. Subject(s): School improvement programs | Teachers | Group work in education | Team learning approach in education | Educational change | Educational leadership Year : 2008 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Bluefield High School Professional 371.2 DuF Available

Includes index and references (p. 473-508) and index.

The 3Rs of professional learning communities -- Revisiting professional learning communities at work -- New insights into professional learning communities at work -- The rise and fall of school reform -- Making the case for professional learning communities -- The challenge of cultural change -- Clear mission and shared vision -- Shared values (collective commitments) and common goals -- Teaching in a professional learning community -- Assessment in a professional learning community -- A tale of excellence in assessment -- Intervention and enrichment in a professional learning community -- The classroom as a learning community -- The role of the principal in a professional learning community -- The role of the central office in a professional learning community -- The role of parents and the community in a professional learning community -- Sustaining the professional learning community journey.