
Passing the Leadership Test
Strategies for Success on the Leadership Licensure Exam
Rowman & Littlefield Education (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 15. June 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
146 pages
978-1-61048-739-9 (ISBN)
Description
Passing the Leadership Test: Strategies for Success on the Leadership Licensure Exam is a study guide for the School Leaders Licensure Examination (SLLA.) The book presents a comprehensive, practical guide for preparing for the SLLA. It is divided into two sections: basic principles of test preparation and the ISLLC standards with implications for school leaders and the SLLA examination. This book is a plain English, "how to" presentation for organizing and preparing for this examination (with helpful tips beneficial for any standardized examination.) Taking an informal and practical approach to the content of this book, the authors guide the reader to develop a personal plan for dealing with the SLLA. Bulleted lists of suggestions, guides, and numerous examples that will help the reader formulate a well thorough plan are all provided. The test taking strategies discussed in the Passing the Leadership Test: Strategies for Success on the Leadership Licensure Exam are beneficial for all educators who must take standardized tests, and there are strategies that educators can utilize that are beneficial to sharing with students.
Reviews / Votes
Preparing for the School Leaders Licensure Examination?Passing the Leadership Test: Strategies for Success on the Leadership Licensure Exam is a valuable resource as you engage in the due diligence necessary to fully prepare for the exam. Understanding the SLLA's foundation and design is critical to your preparation. A review of the Educational Leadership Policy Standards: ISLLC 2008 provides you with an increased foundational understanding. The components of the exam are explained in detail along with sample vignettes and scoring rubrics. The SLLC primer combined with test-taking tips and considerations make this book a must-read. -- Richard A. Flanary, Director, Professional Development Services, National Association of Secondary Schools Principals Both potential and current educational leaders will find Passing the Leadership Test: Strategies for Mastering the Leadership Licensure Assessment a valuable tool. The authors offer an interactive, personal and systematic approach for preparing for the SLLA. Though the focus is test preparation, the real-world scenarios and connection to the ISLLC standards make this material relevant for leaders at all stages in their careers. -- Deborah Bordelon, dean, College of Education, Nicholls State University Quite simply, [this book] provides the reader with a blueprint for passing the ISLLC examination. In addition, this book will benefit any educator serving in a leadership role, and I will recommend it as such. -- Annette Breaux, author of 101 Answers for New Teachers and Their Mentors This is a phenomenal publication that serves many purposes. Classroom teachers, principals, and other educators can benefit from Parts I and II; and there are numerous benefits of Part II for individuals in Educational Leadership. The discussion of the standards is so important to the work that school leaders must do for this time. -- Joanne Matthews, supertindent of school in Lafourche Parish and president of the South Central Regional of Superintendents in LouisianaMore details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
226 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-61048-739-9 (9781610487399)
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Additional editions

Leslie Jones | Eugene Kennedy
Passing the Leadership Test
Strategies for Success on the Leadership Licensure Exam
E-Book
06/2012
2nd Edition
Rowman & Littlefield Education
€28.49
Available for download

Leslie Jones | Eugene Kennedy
Passing the Leadership Test
Strategies for Success on the Leadership Licensure Exam
E-Book
06/2012
2nd Edition
Bloomsbury eBooks US
€28.49
Available for download
Persons
Leslie Jones is a professor of education at Nicholls State University in the College of Education and the Minor Cheramie Endowed Professor of Education.
Eugene Kennedy is an associate professor in The College of Education of Louisiana State University; he teaches research courses in Education.
Eugene Kennedy is an associate professor in The College of Education of Louisiana State University; he teaches research courses in Education.
Content
Table of Contents
List of Tables and Figures
Introduction
Part 1
1.Mastery of Content
2.Understanding and Preparation for The Format of Standardized Tests
3.Test Anxiety and Your Emotions
4.Physical Preparation
Part II
5. NCLB (And Where are we Now?)
6. ISLLC Standards & ELCC Standard
7. Standards Linked to Examination
8. Case Studies Linked to ISLLC Standards & Conclusion
List of Tables and Figures
Introduction
Part 1
1.Mastery of Content
2.Understanding and Preparation for The Format of Standardized Tests
3.Test Anxiety and Your Emotions
4.Physical Preparation
Part II
5. NCLB (And Where are we Now?)
6. ISLLC Standards & ELCC Standard
7. Standards Linked to Examination
8. Case Studies Linked to ISLLC Standards & Conclusion