Five Critical Leadership Practices by Ruth C. Ash, Pat H. Hodge - 9781138889248

Taylor & Francis

Five Critical Leadership PracticesThe Secret to High-Performing Schools\nAuthor(s): Ruth C. Ash, Pat H. Hodge\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138889248, 978-1138889248\nSynopsis\nWhat are the critical practices of leaders in high-performing schools? Based on extensive observations, interviews, and in-depth case studies of principals and superintendents who significantly increase student learning and achievement, this exciting new book provides novice and veteran school leaders with the five critical steps for effective school leadership:\n\nFocus on Direction \n\nBuild a Powerful Organization \n\nEnsure Student-Focused Vision and Action\n\nGive Life to Data\n\nLead Learning \n\nRich with voices from highly effective leaders, this book provides an accessible, research-based framework for school improvement that is correlated with the fields standards. The engaging case studies in this vital resource show the powe.