LibGuides: EDL-9400: Lesson 4 Resources

Lesson 4 Resources

Article: How Collective Teacher Efficacy Develops: The Path to Developing Empowered Team Dynamics can be Just as Important as the Destination
DeWitt, P. (2019). How collective teacher efficacy develops: The path to developing empowered team dynamics can be just as important as the destination. Educational Leadership, 76(9), 31-35.
Examines the process by which school leaders can empower teachers and promote efficacy. Topics covered include teaching teams, self-confidence, and strategic planning shared between faculty and principals.
Implementing Successful Evidence-Based Instruction
Watch Segment 12 of the Video (48:00-52:00)
Films on Demand (2007). Implementing successful evidence-based instruction. Segment 12.
Evidence-based practices are the core of strong inclusive secondary schools and this video presents ideas on successful implementation.

Website Post: 7 Tips for Creating a School Newsletter
Cooper, J. (2016). 7 tips for creating a school newsletter. Campus Suite. Retrieved from https://www.campussuite.com/blog/7-tips-for-creating-a-school-newsletter
Website Post: School Newsletter Guidelines
Aurora Public Schools. (2017). School newsletter guidelines. APS Communication Department. Retrieved from https://communication.aurorak12.org/marketing/school-strategies/print-web-publications/newsletter-guidelines/

Report: Leadership Development in Practice: Trends and Innovations
Weindling, D. (2003). Leadership development in practice: Trends and innovations. National College for School Leadership. https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/4154887.pdf
Needs analysis is widely regarded as an important element of leadership development. Presented here are the development and use of stage theories linked to a planned series of programs for the effective transition into the leadership roles.