Leading Unstoppable Learning (Boost Instructional Leadership Development to Support Teachers Managing Positive Classroom Environments and School Climate)

With foreword by Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey Designed for K-12 leaders, this book examines how to develop responsive leadership characteristics that establish positive classroom environments and foster schoolwide improvement. The author shares key strategies and practices for establishing a sustainable learning culture, such as creating an inclusive school climate, inspiring teachers to become leaders, and supporting the creation of student-centered classrooms. This book focuses on the school leadership element of the Unstoppable Learning model, which includes seven total elements: (1) planning, (2) launching, (3) consolidating, (4) assessing, (5) adapting, (6) managing, and (7) leading. The book takes readers deeper into student needs through the lens of adapting learning: modifications, differentiation, and accommodations. Increase instructional leadership development: Learn how to lead in systems-thinking school climates. Study the critical characteristics of leadership development. Consider driving questions designed to spur productive discussions among school leaders and collaborative teams. Learn how to co-plan classroom unit curricula and behavior management with teachers. Use practical observation and planning forms featured throughout the book to boost leadership effectiveness. Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Leading Learning Planning Chapter 2: Leading Learning Target Launches Chapter 3: Leading Learning Consolidation Chapter 4: Leading Learning Assessment Chapter 5: Leading Learning Adaptation Chapter 6: Leading Learning Management Epilogue: A Final Word on Systems Thinking and Leading Learning References and Resources