This authoritative text and practitioner resource has now been extensively revised and expanded with 70% new material covering new topics and standards in Literacy leadership.
Swan Dagen was a member of the Standards Revision Committee 2017 of the Internati.
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Her research interests include effective professional learning for Literacy educators, reading specialist/Literacy coach preparation, teachers\' Literacy leadership, National Board Teaching Certification, and emergent Literacy practices.
About the Author Allison Swan Dagen, Ph D, is Professor in the College of Education and Human Services at West Virginia University, where she also serves as Program Coordinator for the Literacy Education/Reading Specialist graduate program.
Vignettes from Leaders in diverse roles, "Think About This" questions for discussion/reflection, and end-of-chapter annotated resources.
New chapters on core topics: the principal\'s role, assessment, middle and high School Literacy programs, special education, and culturally responsive instruction.
Chapters on new topics: writing instruction, sustaining schoolwide improvements, and collaborative leadership.
New to This Edition Now copublished with the International Literacy Association (ILA) and grounded in ILA\'s updated Standards 2017; expanded grade range includes Pre K.
Pedagogical features include guiding questions, case examples, vignettes, engagement activities, and annotated resources for further learning.
Chapters highlight the standards that apply to each component of a schoolwide Literacy program, give examples of what they look like in schools, and share implications for classroom practice and professional learning.
The distinct roles of teachers, reading/Literacy specialists, Literacy coaches, special educators, and principals are explored, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of collaboration.
Prominent experts present research-based methods for improving instruction, assessment, and professional learning experiences in Pre K-12.
This authoritative text and practitioner resource has now been extensively revised and expanded with 70% new material covering new topics and standards in Literacy leadership
