Judith Durrant & Gary Holden 
Teachers Leading Change [EPUB ebook] 
Doing Research for School Improvement

`Their book will be of interest to teachers who wish to be proactive rather than reactive. It will be important reading for anyone who wishes to undertake school-based research′ –
Times Educational Supplement

`This is a book which places teachers at the heart of inquiry for improvement. The realism, experience and optimism of each of the writers, shines through each page of the text. It is a ‘can-do’ book which combines discussion of principles, practices and contexts with practical examples of exercises – recommended reading for those wishing to reflect upon the challenges and joys of engaging in teacher-led change′ Christopher Day, Professor of Education and Co-Director of the Centre for Research on Teacher and School Development (CRSTD), The University of Nottingham

This book shows how to support teachers′ leadership of school change. Within a theoretical and policy context, the authors: give practical guidance for integrating inquiry with practice; show how to encourage collaboration and critical dialogue within and between schools; focus strongly on pupil, teacher and organizational learning.

The book includes tried-and-tested ideas for aspiring and experienced teacher leaders and researchers.

Cuprins

A Note on the Supporting Materials in This Book

Chapter One: Teachers As Leaders Of Learning

Chapter Two: Unlocking School Cultures

Chapter Three: Teacher Research – And Beyond

Chapter Four: Enquiry to Support Teachers Leading Change

Finding a Focus

The Art of Case Study

Ethical Enquiry

Reflecting On Practice

Voices for Change

Exploring Stories, Selves and Identities

Making an Impact: Interactive Enquiry for Change

Gathering and Using Evidence

Making Sense and Making Meaning

Improving Practice

Chapter Five: Teachers′ Stories of Change

Gloria′s Story: Teacher Leadership to Improve the Learning Culture in the School′s Sixth Form

Sarah′s Story: Dilemmas in Improving the Place and Perception of Technology in the Curriculum

Jonathan′s Story: Empowering A Level Biology Students to Become Independent Learners

Working with the Culture: Developing a Model for Teacher-Led School Change

Chapter Six: Towards New Ways of Working

References

Resources Available Online:

An Audit of Professional Development Activity

Some Definitions of Leadership.

The Impact of Teacher-Led Development Work:

How Can Headteachers Support Teachers Leading Change?

What Can Teacher Leaders Do To Build Capacity?

Has Your Research Taken Full Account Of Ethical Issues?