Asking the Right Questions: Tools and Techniques for Teamwork (1-off Series)

By Edie L. Holcomb

Book Overview

"Edie Holcomb has extensive experience in the change process--what she teaches actually works." Deb Larson and Tom Mooney, Members The School District of McFarland′s K-12 Improvement Committee McFarland, Wisconsin Describes the essential aspects of school change in simple, straightforward language. Provides common starting ground for educators who have similar goals but different skills. Includes real-world examples along with an annotated bibliography for locating research-based references. Holcomb gives you the information you need to ask and answer the hard questions * What do we want from school change? * How does our school compare with what we want? * Where should we start? * How do we measure our progress? * How can we stay focused and not let our efforts become diluted? Helps you answer these questions: * Where are we now?* Where do we want to go?* How will we get there?* How will we know we are "getting there"?* How can we sustain the focus and momentum we′re building? Holcomb gives you group processes that really work and lists tips for facilitators and team leaders. A matrix helps you review available skills and determine what additional skills and training your team may need. This compact, "how-to" guide contains anecdotal examples from actual schools to help you through the tough spots and stay focused as you lead your staff toward lasting change. If you′re looking to build a team for school-based change, this book is for you. It has the tools and practical, down-to-earth advice you need to begin the complex process of change in your school or district.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803963580
• ISBN13: 9780803963580
• Release Date: March 1996
• Publisher: Corwin
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 0.5" x 6.3"