Evidence-Based Strategies for Leading 21St Century Schools

Download or read book Evidence-Based Strategies for Leading 21St Century Schools written by Lynne Schrum and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can a school best use technology for teaching and learning? This inspiring book profiles eight visionary schools that are achievers in how they approach technology. In this companion to "Leading 21st Century Schools," Lynne Schrum and Barbara Levin offer insights direct from principals, teachers, superintendents, and others involved in implementing technology in k-12 environments. Readers will find a step-by-step guide to building a 21st century school, complete with resource directories and study group questions. This book will provide evidence-based strategies for: (1) Becoming a school culture that embraces technology and 21st century skills; (2) Creating a 21st century classroom, including new instructional approaches and professional development opportunities; (3) Selecting the right technology plan, infrastructure, and devices for your school; (4) Managing costs through funding and budget strategies; and (5) Measuring progress through effective use of data. Learn from 21st century schools in action and develop your own path to integrating technology within your school! [Foreword by Keith Krueger.].