9780807742532: The Constructivist Leader

Synopsis

Since the publication of the first edition in 1995, The Constructivist Leader has provided educational leaders at all levels with a conceptual framework for leadership defined as reciprocal, purposeful learning in community. Today, learning communities based on constructivist principles are a major part of the school improvement landscape.The Second Edition of this best-selling book enables readers to carry this constructivist vision and purpose forward, while effectively implementing standards-based reform, authentic assessment, and constructivist-based accountability. The new Second Edition features: An expanded theory of Constructivist Leadership based on a thorough examination of the most recent thinking in leadership, learning, and ethical communities. A comprehensive approach to issues of equity, diversity, and multiculturalism. Additional strategies and approaches for the implementation of constructivist leadership practice. Principles and examples to guide new approaches to accountability. New school and district stories of successful implementation of constructivist leadership. A deeper focus on the district's role in influencing policy at state and national levels and in protecting schools and classrooms from the negative impact of unwise policies and mandates. A new framework for the preparation of educational leaders.

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Review

The Constructivist Leader has taken up where John Dewey left off. - Ann Lieberman, Senior Scholar at the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and Visiting Professor at Stanford.

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9780807742549: The Constructivist Leader

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ISBN 10:  0807742546 ISBN 13:  9780807742549
Publisher: Teachers' College Press, 2002
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