PLC Book

The secret to your PLC's success? You. Commitment to improving student outcomes is a natural part of being a teacher. So when you bring your experience, skills, and questions to a professional learning community, you help shape the future of the team-and that makes all the difference for your students. Unlike other PLC resources, this book isn't just for leaders-it's designed to help every member of the team be a driving force for success. With it, you'll work together to Give voice to important issues and dilemmas Decide where to focus your work Develop and implement a plan for gaining insight into your area of focus Take action based on individual and collective learning Share results with others outside the PLC Successful PLCs buzz with a collaborative energy that comes from the engagement of teachers. With this guide, you'll make the most of your contributions. &quote;The PLC Book is an essential resource for all principals and teachers who wish to create a powerful culture of adult and student learning in their schools. . . . A must-read for all who are currently engaging in or wish to begin Professional Learning Communities in their schools.&quote; - Todd Whitaker, Professor Indiana State University &quote;The PLC Book is destined to be an essential text in the fields of teacher education, teacher professional development, school administration and a handbook for teachers and others engaged in the pursuit of systemic educational change.&quote; - Frances Rust, Senior Fellow & Director of Teacher Education Program University of Pennsylvania