Seven Steps to Effective Instructional Leadership
by By McEwan, Elaine K.
Category: Education , Administration , General

Make a substantive impact on the lives of your students and your staff. This practical, hands-on guide can help you become more effective as an instructional leader. Here are research-backed activities to help you: establish and implement your instructional goals; be there for your staff; create a learning-oriented school culture and climate; communicate your school's vision and mission to staff and students; set high expectations for your staff; develop teacher leaders; and maintain a positive attitude toward students, staff, and parents.Integrate these seven steps into your daily behavior. Chapters on each step include discussion and advice from instructional leaders, research data, and practical suggestions you can use right now in your own school.