Leading the Common Core State Standards: From Common Sense to Common Practice

By Cheryl A. Dunkle

Book Overview

Transform your school using proven core curriculum practices

This practical guide provides step-by-step guidance for overcoming the barriers to adopting the Common Core State Standards and achieving equity and excellence for all students. An experienced teacher and principal, Cheryl Dunkle shows leaders how to lead implementation of the CCSS and continuous quality improvement in schools. This practical guide addresses these key issues and more:
Communicating the CCSS to teachers and parents and attaining their buy-in Transitioning schools and districts to align with the CCSS Determining which teaching and learning practices need to change Garnering resources and support for reforms
Included are professional learning resources such as guiding questions, an annotated bibliography, and a list of helpful references.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 145220392X
• ISBN13: 9781452203928
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Corwin Publishers
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.9" x 9.8"