Head of Department's Pocketbook - Couverture souple

Best, Brin; Thomas, Will

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1906610444 ISBN 13 : 9781906610449

Editeur : Teachers' Pocketbooks, 2011

Synopsis

Book by Brin Best Will Thomas

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

The position of head of department or subject leader is a key middle management role in schools. Described by the National College for School Leadership as 'the engine room of change' that can transform teaching and learning, department heads play a key part in raising standards and maximising student achievement. This revised new edition of the Head of Department's Pocketbook is about cultivating and maintaining a climate for effective teaching and learning, improving management and leadership skills and incorporating time to reflect, all of which contribute towards becoming a more effective head of department. For authors Brin Best and Will Thomas building and sharing a vision are essential components of success. Using a range of cartoons, diagrams, mnemonics and other visual devices, this A6 book is a practical guide to excellent practice for new and existing heads of departments. It is packed with tips on areas such as goal-setting; creative thinking; building team spirit and performance management. There is also advice on preparing for inspection; effective documentation; planning a budget; working with students, colleagues and parents; managing data; and health and safety issues. At the end of the book a helpful self-evaluation tool enables a closer look at departmental practice which in turn aids the formulation of action plans for improvement. Both authors are highly successful in the world of education. They have run their own departments and are now consultants and educational trainers who write extensively on educational issues.

Revue de presse :

...an indispensable text for its target audience, upon whom most of the pressure of school improvement falls. Highly Recommended. --Times Educational Supplement, January 23, 2004

If heads of department are a school's engine, then this pocketbook must be top grade oil - the useful advice and practical tips within such an accessible format will be a real boon to aspiring, novice or even experienced leaders wanting to help the smooth running of their departments. --Simon Percival, Training and development consultant

If you have a vision for your department but are not sure how to get there, then buy this book. It will show you what to do. --Julian Rouse, Head of science, Worcestershire

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Teachers' Pocketbooks
• Date d'édition: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1906610444
• ISBN 13: 9781906610449
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 128