Literacy Leadership Matters

How Principals Can Support Teachers and Strengthen Reading Instruction in Elementary Classrooms
1. Auflage 2023
ISBN: 978-1-55138-361-3
Verlag: Pembroke Publishers

Buch, Englisch, 144 Seiten, Format (B × H): 208 mm x 274 mm, Gewicht: 399 g

Many school principals have little background in literacy instruction. And yet, they find themselves leading teachers at a time of shifting literacy priorities. This practical book offers literacy fundamentals, builds confidence, and empowers principals to become instructional leaders. It deals with all aspects of literacy: from understanding the science of reading to planning, resources, oral language, word study, reading, writing, and creating a shared literacy vision. Each chapter In this comprehensive resource includes staff meeting discussion points to guide conversation with teachers, things to look for when working with the teachers and students within their schools, and much more.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Filewych, Karen

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Lehrerausbildung, Unterricht & Didaktik Lehrerausbildung
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Schulen, Schulleitung Schulleitung, Schulentwicklung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction: Instructional Leaders 1 Creating a Shared Literacy Vision 2 The Role of Language in Our Classrooms 3 Planning and Resources 4 Oral Language 5 Word Study 6 Reading 7 Writing 8 Literacy in the Content Areas 9 Supporting Literacy Success for All 10 Encouraging Home Literacy Experiences.

Über Autor(innen)

Karen Filewych is an Edmonton educator, author, and presenter. She has more than twenty-five years of educational experience as an elementary teacher, school administrator, and language arts consultant. In 2007, Karen completed her Master of Education degree at the University of Alberta with a focus in literacy. She enjoys sharing her love of literacy and empowering others through professional development for teachers and writing residencies for students.