Diane Yendol-Hoppey Livres

Focusing on the facilitation of teachers' professional development, this guide offers strategies for coaches involved with inquiry-oriented professional learning communities (PLCs). It highlights the impact of action research on enhancing professional development practices. The book includes essential elements for effective PLCs, sample inquiry projects, case studies, and lessons to elevate coaching skills. Additionally, each chapter features reflection prompts to support study groups, making it a comprehensive resource for educators aiming to improve school initiatives.

This guide offers innovative strategies for on-site teacher development that are cost-effective and practical. It emphasizes the importance of professional growth within the classroom setting, providing tools and techniques that educators can implement immediately. The focus is on fostering collaboration and continuous improvement among teachers, ensuring that development is both impactful and sustainable without straining financial resources.

The PLC Book is written specifically for teachers, and articulates the essential elements and process of PLC work and how they can collaboratively achieve improved student learning.

The book offers strategies for mentors to effectively address the varied needs within mentor/mentee relationships. It emphasizes the development of practical mentoring tools and encourages ongoing professional growth and learning for mentors.

This book helps educators everywhere to understand the importance of teacher inquiry and data analysis and provides a step-by-step description of the action research process.

From framing a question to presenting research, this is a go-to guide each time Educators embark on a new inquiry. Includes real-life vignettes, self- guided worksheets, and a DVD.