In order to build and sustain a successful mathematics program, mathematics leaders need to collaboratively establish a cohesive vision for teaching and learning and put that vision into action. This book details the necessary steps mathematics leaders must take to change traditional practices; meet new curricular, instructional, and assessment challenges; and engage students, families, and community members in mathematics education.
Benefits
- Discover the big ideas and essential understandings of the four keys of effective mathematics leadership and how the four keys connect to each other.
- Answer questions to assess mathematics leadership.
- Consider scenarios that illustrate how mathematics leaders can take the visionary leadership actions described in this book.
- Explore the relationships among district-, site-, and team-level engagement.
- Appraise the necessary steps to move mathematics leadership from vision to action.
- Use appendices that present planning templates and menus of professional development opportunities.
Contents
Foreword by Timothy D. Kanold
Introduction
Part I: Establish a Clear Vision for Mathematics Teaching and Learning
Part II: Support Visionary Professional Learning for Teachers and Teacher Leaders
Part III: Develop Systems for Activating the Vision
Part IV: Empower the Vision of Family and Community Engagement
Epilogue
Appendix A: Vision for Teaching and Learning Mathematics
Appendix B: Cognitive Demand
Appendix C: Planning Template for Change
Appendix D: Mathematics Professional Development Plan for a School Year