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This authoritative text and practitioner resource has now been extensively revised and expanded with 70% new material covering new topics and standards in literacy leadership. Prominent experts present research-based methods for improving instruction, assessment, and professional learning experiences in PreK-12. The distinct roles of teachers, reading/literacy specialists, literacy coaches, special educators, and principals are explored, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of collaboration. Chapters highlight the standards that apply to each component of a schoolwide literacy program, give examples of what they look like in schools, and share implications for classroom practice and professional learning. Pedagogical features include guiding questions, case examples, vignettes, engagement activities, and annotated resources for further learning.New to This Edition*Now copublished with the International Literacy Association (ILA) and grounded in ILA's updated Standards 2017; expanded grade range includes PreK.*Chapters on new topics: writing instruction, sustaining schoolwide improvements, and collaborative leadership.*New chapters on core topics: the principal’s role, assessment, middle and high school literacy programs, special education, and culturally responsive instruction.*Vignettes from leaders in diverse roles, “Think About This” questions for discussion/reflection, and end-of-chapter annotated resources.

This authoritative text and practitioner resource has now been extensively revised and expanded with 70% new material covering new topics and standards in literacy leadership. Prominent experts present research-based methods for improving instruction, assessment, and professional learning experiences in PreK-12. The distinct roles of teachers, reading/literacy specialists, literacy coaches, special educators, and principals are explored, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of collaboration. Chapters highlight the standards that apply to each component of a schoolwide literacy program, give examples of what they look like in schools, and share implications for classroom practice and professional learning. Pedagogical features include guiding questions, case examples, vignettes, engagement activities, and annotated resources for further learning.New to This Edition*Now copublished with the International Literacy Association (ILA) and grounded in ILA's updated Standards 2017; expanded grade range includes PreK.*Chapters on new topics: writing instruction, sustaining schoolwide improvements, and collaborative leadership.*New chapters on core topics: the principal’s role, assessment, middle and high school literacy programs, special education, and culturally responsive instruction.*Vignettes from leaders in diverse roles, “Think About This” questions for discussion/reflection, and end-of-chapter annotated resources.

The definitive practitioner resource and text for developing excellence as a PreK-12 literacy/reading specialist is now updated to reflect key changes in the field. Delving into the literacy specialist's multiple leadership roles, the book provides strategies for teaching children experiencing difficulty with reading and writing; supporting teachers through coaching and professional learning opportunities; designing curricula; conducting assessments at the student, classroom, and school levels; and building strong school, family, and community partnerships. Pedagogical features include vignettes from exemplary practitioners, questions for discussion and reflection, follow-up activities, and ideas for instructors and workshop leaders. Reproducible forms and worksheets can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8½" x 11" size. Previous edition title: The Reading Specialist, Third Edition.New to This Edition*Broader view of literacy now encompasses reading, writing, oral language, and digital and visual literacies.*Grounded in the International Literacy Association's updated Standards 2017.*New or expanded discussions of multi-tiered systems of support, culturally responsive practice, uses of technology in instruction and professional learning, successful practices in middle and high school settings, and coaching.*Extended case example that follows one literacy specialist through her entire first year in a school.*Appendix with website resources.

The definitive practitioner resource and text for developing excellence as a PreK-12 literacy/reading specialist is now updated to reflect key changes in the field. Delving into the literacy specialist's multiple leadership roles, the book provides strategies for teaching children experiencing difficulty with reading and writing; supporting teachers through coaching and professional learning opportunities; designing curricula; conducting assessments at the student, classroom, and school levels; and building strong school, family, and community partnerships. Pedagogical features include vignettes from exemplary practitioners, questions for discussion and reflection, follow-up activities, and ideas for instructors and workshop leaders. Reproducible forms and worksheets can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8½" x 11" size. Previous edition title: The Reading Specialist, Third Edition.New to This Edition*Broader view of literacy now encompasses reading, writing, oral language, and digital and visual literacies.*Grounded in the International Literacy Association's updated Standards 2017.*New or expanded discussions of multi-tiered systems of support, culturally responsive practice, uses of technology in instruction and professional learning, successful practices in middle and high school settings, and coaching.*Extended case example that follows one literacy specialist through her entire first year in a school.*Appendix with website resources.

From nationally known experts, this book provides guidance for leveraging the power of instructional coaching and helping coaching programs succeed. It addresses the crucial importance of developing practices that align instructional goals (content) with school, district, and community factors that influence the work of K-12 teachers and coaches (context). The authors present a framework and practical tools for embedding coaching into the fabric of school life, in service of creating equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students. Instructive features throughout the chapters include Framing Questions, Voices from the Field vignettes, Stop and Reflect opportunities, and Reflection Activities and Questions. Reproducible planning forms can be copied from the book or downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

From nationally known experts, this book provides guidance for leveraging the power of instructional coaching and helping coaching programs succeed. It addresses the crucial importance of developing practices that align instructional goals (content) with school, district, and community factors that influence the work of K-12 teachers and coaches (context). The authors present a framework and practical tools for embedding coaching into the fabric of school life, in service of creating equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students. Instructive features throughout the chapters include Framing Questions, Voices from the Field vignettes, Stop and Reflect opportunities, and Reflection Activities and Questions. Reproducible planning forms can be copied from the book or downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

Now in a revised and updated second edition for today's changing K-12 landscape, this book gives instructional coaches an innovative framework for building strong relationships and enacting positive change in schools. Emphasizing a systems approach, Rita M. Bean and Jacy Ippolito explain the multiple roles of the coach as change agent, facilitator, designer, and advocate. Vivid examples show how effective coaches draw on these mindsets in working with individual teachers and groups and in developing, implementing, and sustaining schoolwide instructional programs. The book is rich with “Voices from the Field” vignettes; chapter-opening questions; and end-of-chapter discussion prompts, learning activities, and resources. Reproducible coaching tools can be copied from the book or downloaded from the companion website.New to This EditionBroader scope--addresses coaching across all instructional areas, not just literacy. Discussions of virtual instruction and coaching, the coach's role in supporting equity, and other timely topics. Significantly revised case study chapter, with three new cases. Incorporates current research, lessons learned in the field, and the ongoing development of the mindsets model.

Now in a revised and updated second edition for today's changing K-12 landscape, this book gives instructional coaches an innovative framework for building strong relationships and enacting positive change in schools. Emphasizing a systems approach, Rita M. Bean and Jacy Ippolito explain the multiple roles of the coach as change agent, facilitator, designer, and advocate. Vivid examples show how effective coaches draw on these mindsets in working with individual teachers and groups and in developing, implementing, and sustaining schoolwide instructional programs. The book is rich with “Voices from the Field” vignettes; chapter-opening questions; and end-of-chapter discussion prompts, learning activities, and resources. Reproducible coaching tools can be copied from the book or downloaded from the companion website.New to This EditionBroader scope--addresses coaching across all instructional areas, not just literacy. Discussions of virtual instruction and coaching, the coach's role in supporting equity, and other timely topics. Significantly revised case study chapter, with three new cases. Incorporates current research, lessons learned in the field, and the ongoing development of the mindsets model.

Addressing key challenges facing today's school leaders, the third edition of this authoritative text and practitioner resource has been thoroughly revised with 50% new material. Prominent experts present research-based, culturally responsive methods for improving instruction, assessment, and professional learning in PreK–12. Chapters address instructional components of an effective schoolwide literacy program aligned with the science of reading and explore the distinct roles of teachers, reading/literacy specialists, literacy coaches, special educators, and principals. The volume focuses on how literacy leaders at all levels can take a systems approach to continually improving literacy schoolwide. Pedagogical features include chapter-opening guiding questions; vignettes illustrating key concepts; extended case examples; engagement activities; and annotated resources for further learning.New to This EditionIntroduces a Framework for Effective Literacy Leadership that runs throughout the chapters.Chapters on new topics: literacy leadership for birth to age four, differentiated instruction within an MTSS framework, and building word knowledge to support multilingual students.New chapters on core topics: primary grade literacy, intermediate grade literacy, writing as a core literacy skill, and family–school partnerships.Three Leadership in Action extended case examples from real schools.