The Leadership Brain: How to Lead Today's Schools More Effectively by David A. S

Description: The Leadership Brain: How to Lead Today's Schools More Effectively by David A. Sousa "How can you use the growing body of research on how the brain learns to become a more effective leader? "Cognitive neuroscientists are gaining greater insights into how the brain interacts with and learns from the environment. Now David A. Sousa, one of the foremost experts in translating this research into classroom practice, examines the brain-compatible leadership practices that sustain effective teaching and learning. "The Leadership Brain" provides a new model for a whole-brain approach to educational leadership. Examining what we know about the adult brain, and how to apply these lessons to effective school leadership and team management, this powerful resource provides you with the necessary tools to: Understand the differences in learning and retention, left and right hemispheric preferences, higher-order thinking, and the nature of creativity Initiate and lead productive change within your school Effectively shape and manage school culture Address the call for ethical and spiritual leadership Understand how thinking habits influence our actions, especially with problem solving and conflict resolution Reduce misconceptions about students with disabilities, gifted, and minority students Use information about the influence that modern society has on student learning and their different expectations "The Leadership Brain "includes valuable self-assessment tools, resources, and practical applications that will help instructional leaders develop a modern, creative, team-centered school where all students and teachers can reach their full potential. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description How can you use the growing body of research on how the brain learns to become a more effective leader? The Leadership Brainprovides a new model for a whole-brain approach to educational leadership. Author Biography David A. Sousa, EdD, is an international consultant in educational neuroscience and author of more than a dozen books that translate brain research into strategies for improving learning. He has presented to more than 200,000 educators across the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. He has taught high school chemistry and served in administrative positions, including superintendent of schools. He was an adjunct professor of education at Seton Hall University and a visiting lecturer at Rutgers University. Dr. Sousa has edited science books and published dozens of articles in leading journals. His books have been published in French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Korean, and several other languages. He is past president of the National Staff Development Council (now Learning Forward) and has received honorary degrees and awards for his commitment to research, professional development, and science education. He has appeared on NBCs Today Show and National Public Radio to discuss his work with schools using brain research. Table of Contents About the AuthorIntroduction Changing Americas Schools About this Book1. Understanding Leadership Schools Need True Leaders Attribute of a Leader Organizational Expectations Leadership Styles What Style of Leader Am I? Impact of Brain Research on Leadership Major Points in Chapter 12. Linking Leadership to the Brain Brain Structure and Function Learning and Retention Leadership and the Brain Creativity Imagery (Visualization) Major Points in Chapter 23. Brain-Compatible Curriculum Students Expectations About Learning Deciding What Should Be Learned Revising Curriculum Curriculum for Special Needs Students Integrating Technology into the Classroom The Pitfalls of Curriculum Change Major Points in Chapter 34. Brain-Compatible Instruction and Assessment Components of Brain-Compatible Instruction Assessment Major Points in Chapter 45. Teacher Evaluation Traditional Models of Teacher Evaluation Teacher Evaluation for the 21st Century Designing a Comprehensive Teacher Evaluation Program Evaluating Principals and District Office Administrators Major Points in Chapter 56. Ethical and Spiritual Leadership Ethical Leadership Brain Research and Ethical Behavior Spiritual Leadership Major Points in Chapter 67. Transforming School Culture Types of School Culture Monitoring School Culture Attitudes and Beliefs About Schooling Attitudes and Beliefs About Students Parents and School Culture Transforming Through Collaboration Working With Teams Staff Development Major Points in Chapter 78. Putting It All Together A Whole-Brained Approach to Leadership Developing and Retaining Educational Leaders Major Points in Chapter 8GlossaryReferencesResourcesIndex Review "The Leadership Brain is an incredible resource. David Sousa has taken brain research and made it meaningful to principals by showing them how a basic understanding of this field can make a difference at school." -- Principal Magazine, March/April 2004 "As educators struggle with the demands of No Child Left Behind, Sousa offers practical ideas for linking the research being done by neuroscientists to the real world of learning in the classroom." -- The School Administrator, January 2004 Review Quote "The Leadership Brainis an incredible resource. David Sousa has taken brain research and made it meaningful to principals by showing them how a basic understanding of this field can make a difference at school." Details ISBN0761939091 Author David A. Sousa Short Title LEADERSHIP BRAIN Pages 320 Language English ISBN-10 0761939091 ISBN-13 9780761939092 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 371.201 Illustrations Yes Year 2003 Publication Date 2003-04-30 Imprint Corwin Press Inc Subtitle How to Lead Todays Schools More Effectively Country of Publication United States Edition 1st Place of Publication Thousand Oaks Affiliation International Educational Consultant Publisher Corwin Publishers DOI 10.1604/9780761939092 Audience Professional and Scholarly UK Release Date 2003-06-18 NZ Release Date 2003-06-18 US Release Date 2003-06-18 AU Release Date 2003-06-17 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160682260;

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