
Mirror Images
New Reflections on Teacher Leadership
Corwin Press Inc
1st Edition
Published on 16. November 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-4129-9404-0 (ISBN)
Description
Reflections on the new teacher leaders
What inspires teachers to see themselves as leaders? Mirror Images takes a comprehensive look at what teacher leadership means today and how teachers can transform the future of their profession. Included are ten iconic images of teacher leadership roles to help teachers move beyond teaching as they were taught. The authors make a compelling case for the importance of teacher leadership today, based on these current conditions:
Top-down change is less effective today than ever
Teacher leadership in schools is a force, not a position
Old stereotypes of teaching keep teachers from striving for more
Leadership, learning, and change are united
This book challenges you to avoid simply becoming a replica of teachers you have seen in the past. Instead, embrace your own vision for what is possible and become the teacher leader you were destined to be.
What inspires teachers to see themselves as leaders? Mirror Images takes a comprehensive look at what teacher leadership means today and how teachers can transform the future of their profession. Included are ten iconic images of teacher leadership roles to help teachers move beyond teaching as they were taught. The authors make a compelling case for the importance of teacher leadership today, based on these current conditions:
Top-down change is less effective today than ever
Teacher leadership in schools is a force, not a position
Old stereotypes of teaching keep teachers from striving for more
Leadership, learning, and change are united
This book challenges you to avoid simply becoming a replica of teachers you have seen in the past. Instead, embrace your own vision for what is possible and become the teacher leader you were destined to be.
Reviews / Votes
"Teachers are the heart and soul of education, and a school without teacher leaders absolutely cannot move forward. Teachers, working hand-in-hand with competent and motivated administrators, can and will make all the difference for the young learners in our schools."-- Mary Johnstone, Principal "This book provides vignettes that inspire, motivate, and empower teachers to make a difference in students' lives." -- Alice Manus, Associate Principal "A great guide for teachers who are interested in or are currently in leadership roles. It's a book that provides support and encouragement for teachers trying to make effective changes in their school systems." -- Kylie Lake, Primary Teacher, Specialist for literacy, math, and social emotional learning "Many classroom teachers have aspirations that don't include wanting to run the school as principal or assistant principal; they just want to make an important contribution towards improving education because they know they are capable. Teacher Leadership 2.0 empowers those who wish to advocate for student learning and effect positive change." -- Melanie Mares Sainz, Academic Coach "This book demonstrates the influence committed teachers have with their students and colleagues as they become true leaders in the profession." -- Charlotte Danielson, Educational Consultant "This insightful book is packed with practical ideas and concepts that could benefit teachers and schools in hundreds of ways! This book is affirming and encouraging to all teachers: Follow the leader!" -- Angie Boles, First Grade Teacher "The perfect storm in which we find ourselves is the perfect opportunity for teachers to provide collaborative leadership, and this book describes ways in which educators can lead where they are, for the benefit of students. This book also provides a framework for teacher leaders to facilitate data-driven conversations with their colleagues. Ultimately, the research contained in this book provides an excellent framework for any district looking to capitalize on or expand the professional learning community process." -- Todd Nichols, Superintendent "As a teacher, the daily grind can leave you feeling as if you are simply a worker drone set out to follow orders given by those in charge. Mirror Images breaks that stereotype by defining the myriad of ways that teachers use their strengths to be leaders in today's schools on a daily basis. Every teacher - rookie or veteran - can identify with at least one, if not many, of the teacher leaders defined by Dr. Reason, which empowers teachers to realize that they can individually make an impact on the way a school is run. Mirror Images is a guide book for teachers looking to use their strengths in order to make a difference in the field of education." -- Jessica Beazley, Secondary Math Teacher
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Thousand Oaks
United States
Publishing group
SAGE Publications Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
332 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4129-9404-0 (9781412994040)
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Persons
Learn more about Casey Reason's PD offerings
Casey Reason is a writer, researcher, and consultant who has worked with international thought leaders on breakthrough strategies designed to improve performance and overcome resistance to change. Dr. Reason's approaches are founded on the emerging body of research in brain science and adult learning theory. Casey's work as an instructional designer was prominently featured in a Forbes.com article in 2010 and he has been a featured speaker in conferences all over the world for the past ten years. Casey is a former high school principal and assistant superintendent. His book, Leading a Learning Organization: The Science of Working with Others was released in January of 2010 and was selected by Phi Delta Kappa International to be a 2010 PDK Book Club selection. Dr. Reason lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his twin sons, Brice and Kiah.
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Dr. Reason explains the motivation for Mirror Images.
Behind the meaning of Mirror Images.
Thoughts on Mirror Images and Teacher Leadership.
Clair "Tuffy" Reason attended the University of Toledo, where he received his bachelor's degree in education and was a Mid-American Conference Champion Division I basketball player. In the Army, Tuffy was a member of the Border Patrol in West Germany and served as a reporter for the Stars and Stripes military newspaper. After college and the army, he worked in commercial radio as a sportscaster, news writer, and talk show interviewer at stations in Ohio and Michigan. Tuffy then earned his master's degree in education from Bowling Green State University and taught English and Speech at Clay High School in Oregon, Ohio for 26 years. He also was a teacher and administrator at Lourdes College in Sylvania, Ohio and at Bowling Green State University. He, with his wife Janice, live in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he continues work as a writer, editor, and program planner for Highpoint Learning, Incorporated.
Casey Reason is a writer, researcher, and consultant who has worked with international thought leaders on breakthrough strategies designed to improve performance and overcome resistance to change. Dr. Reason's approaches are founded on the emerging body of research in brain science and adult learning theory. Casey's work as an instructional designer was prominently featured in a Forbes.com article in 2010 and he has been a featured speaker in conferences all over the world for the past ten years. Casey is a former high school principal and assistant superintendent. His book, Leading a Learning Organization: The Science of Working with Others was released in January of 2010 and was selected by Phi Delta Kappa International to be a 2010 PDK Book Club selection. Dr. Reason lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his twin sons, Brice and Kiah.
Related Videos:
Dr. Reason explains the motivation for Mirror Images.
Behind the meaning of Mirror Images.
Thoughts on Mirror Images and Teacher Leadership.
Clair "Tuffy" Reason attended the University of Toledo, where he received his bachelor's degree in education and was a Mid-American Conference Champion Division I basketball player. In the Army, Tuffy was a member of the Border Patrol in West Germany and served as a reporter for the Stars and Stripes military newspaper. After college and the army, he worked in commercial radio as a sportscaster, news writer, and talk show interviewer at stations in Ohio and Michigan. Tuffy then earned his master's degree in education from Bowling Green State University and taught English and Speech at Clay High School in Oregon, Ohio for 26 years. He also was a teacher and administrator at Lourdes College in Sylvania, Ohio and at Bowling Green State University. He, with his wife Janice, live in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he continues work as a writer, editor, and program planner for Highpoint Learning, Incorporated.
Content
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Preface
1. The Learning Advocate
2. The Believer
3. The Transformationalist
4. The Synergizer
5. The Method Master
6. The Fully Invested Owner
7. The Present Balance Keeper
8. The Servant
9. The Inquisitor
10. The Detective
Conclusion
References
Index
About the Authors
Preface
1. The Learning Advocate
2. The Believer
3. The Transformationalist
4. The Synergizer
5. The Method Master
6. The Fully Invested Owner
7. The Present Balance Keeper
8. The Servant
9. The Inquisitor
10. The Detective
Conclusion
References
Index