The Principal as Mathematics Leader
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"Getting down from the ivory tower and stepping out of the principal's office, these authors offer some of the most important and useful books about leadership that principals can buy."
—Andy Hargreaves, Thomas More Brennan Chair in Education
Boston College
"Addresses some of the most important challenges facing school leaders today. The authors bring a remarkable combination of deep, practical experience and academic sophistication to these challenges."
—Ken Leithwood, Professor
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
"This series of little volumes provides a valuable resource for new principals who would become accomplished instructional leaders and seasoned principals looking to strengthen their leadership capacity."
—Roland S. Barth, Founding Director
Harvard Principals' Center
"This series allows school principals to integrate theory and practice themselves, resulting in highly insightful and practical strategies that will make a difference in schools. Practitioners: lead thyselves!"
—Michael Fullan, Professor Emeritus
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
Discover the formula for improved mathematics instruction and outcomes!
Mathematics teaching and learning have changed so significantly over the past two decades that school leaders may find it difficult to keep up. Part of the Leading Student Achievement series, this book provides solid support for leading mathematics instruction schoolwide.
Appropriate for school leaders who would like a stronger foundation in mathematics education as well as for experienced mathematics coaches and leaders, this guide outlines research related to mathematics education and offers:
- Strategies for observing and evaluating mathematics instruction in classrooms
- Suggestions for supporting teacher growth and development, including co-teaching, lesson study, and job-embedded professional learning
- Tools and templates to use in working with faculty
The Principal as Mathematics Leader is an essential resource for all who are committed to achieving results through stronger mathematics programs.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Introduction
- 1. A Vision for Learning Mathematics
- Mathematics Reform
- Teacher Change in Mathematics
- Teachers? Attitudes and Perceptions About Mathematics Teaching and Learning
- Teachers? Understanding of Mathematics Content and Pedagogy
- The Principal?s Role
- 2. Observing and Evaluating a Mathematics Classroom
- Identifying Teacher Practices in Exemplary Mathematics Classrooms
- Problem Solving
- Mathematics Manipulatives
- A Balanced Program
- Technology
- Literature Connections
- Assessment and Evaluation
- The Principal?s Role
- 3. What Can Principals Do?
- Gap Analysis
- Schoolwide Mathematics Improvement Plan
- Supporting Teacher Growth and Development
- High-Yield Strategies
- Professional Learning Communities or Teams
- Job-Embedded Learning
- Co-Teaching
- Teacher Moderation: Collaborative Assessment of Student Work
- Lesson Study
- Book Study
- Other Strategies
- 4. Tools for Success
- Resources
- Memberships
- Books
- Mathematics Manipulatives
- Worldwide Web Resources
- Math Puzzles and Bulletin Boards
- Mathematics Buddies
- School Homework Club and Peer Tutoring
- Math Clubs
- Mathematics Pictures and Video Recordings
- Mathematics Fairs and Career Days
- Home and School Connections
Principal Resources
- Resource 1: OAME Vision Statement
- Resource 2: Observing and Evaluating a Mathematics Classroom
- Resource 3: Gap Analysis: The Effective Mathematics Classroom
- Resource 4: Children?s Books With Mathematics Themes
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
Description
"Getting down from the ivory tower and stepping out of the principal's office, these authors offer some of the most important and useful books about leadership that principals can buy."
—Andy Hargreaves, Thomas More Brennan Chair in Education
Boston College
"Addresses some of the most important challenges facing school leaders today. The authors bring a remarkable combination of deep, practical experience and academic sophistication to these challenges."
—Ken Leithwood, Professor
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
"This series of little volumes provides a valuable resource for new principals who would become accomplished instructional leaders and seasoned principals looking to strengthen their leadership capacity."
—Roland S. Barth, Founding Director
Harvard Principals' Center
"This series allows school principals to integrate theory and practice themselves, resulting in highly insightful and practical strategies that will make a difference in schools. Practitioners: lead thyselves!"
—Michael Fullan, Professor Emeritus
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
Discover the formula for improved mathematics instruction and outcomes!
Mathematics teaching and learning have changed so significantly over the past two decades that school leaders may find it difficult to keep up. Part of the Leading Student Achievement series, this book provides solid support for leading mathematics instruction schoolwide.
Appropriate for school leaders who would like a stronger foundation in mathematics education as well as for experienced mathematics coaches and leaders, this guide outlines research related to mathematics education and offers:
- Strategies for observing and evaluating mathematics instruction in classrooms
- Suggestions for supporting teacher growth and development, including co-teaching, lesson study, and job-embedded professional learning
- Tools and templates to use in working with faculty
The Principal as Mathematics Leader is an essential resource for all who are committed to achieving results through stronger mathematics programs.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Introduction
- 1. A Vision for Learning Mathematics
- Mathematics Reform
- Teacher Change in Mathematics
- Teachers? Attitudes and Perceptions About Mathematics Teaching and Learning
- Teachers? Understanding of Mathematics Content and Pedagogy
- The Principal?s Role
- 2. Observing and Evaluating a Mathematics Classroom
- Identifying Teacher Practices in Exemplary Mathematics Classrooms
- Problem Solving
- Mathematics Manipulatives
- A Balanced Program
- Technology
- Literature Connections
- Assessment and Evaluation
- The Principal?s Role
- 3. What Can Principals Do?
- Gap Analysis
- Schoolwide Mathematics Improvement Plan
- Supporting Teacher Growth and Development
- High-Yield Strategies
- Professional Learning Communities or Teams
- Job-Embedded Learning
- Co-Teaching
- Teacher Moderation: Collaborative Assessment of Student Work
- Lesson Study
- Book Study
- Other Strategies
- 4. Tools for Success
- Resources
- Memberships
- Books
- Mathematics Manipulatives
- Worldwide Web Resources
- Math Puzzles and Bulletin Boards
- Mathematics Buddies
- School Homework Club and Peer Tutoring
- Math Clubs
- Mathematics Pictures and Video Recordings
- Mathematics Fairs and Career Days
- Home and School Connections
Principal Resources
- Resource 1: OAME Vision Statement
- Resource 2: Observing and Evaluating a Mathematics Classroom
- Resource 3: Gap Analysis: The Effective Mathematics Classroom
- Resource 4: Children?s Books With Mathematics Themes
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
Reviews
January 2009 | 128 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 01/02/2026 | 9781412963114 | $37.95 |
| Lifetime | 01/02/2026 | 9781452293851 | $35.00 |
"Getting down from the ivory tower and stepping out of the principal's office, these authors offer some of the most important and useful books about leadership that principals can buy."
—Andy Hargreaves, Thomas More Brennan Chair in Education
Boston College
"Addresses some of the most important challenges facing school leaders today. The authors bring a remarkable combination of deep, practical experience and academic sophistication to these challenges."
—Ken Leithwood, Professor
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
"This series of little volumes provides a valuable resource for new principals who would become accomplished instructional leaders and seasoned principals looking to strengthen their leadership capacity."
—Roland S. Barth, Founding Director
Harvard Principals' Center
"This series allows school principals to integrate theory and practice themselves, resulting in highly insightful and practical strategies that will make a difference in schools. Practitioners: lead thyselves!"
—Michael Fullan, Professor Emeritus
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
Discover the formula for improved mathematics instruction and outcomes!
Mathematics teaching and learning have changed so significantly over the past two decades that school leaders may find it difficult to keep up. Part of the Leading Student Achievement series, this book provides solid support for leading mathematics instruction schoolwide.
Appropriate for school leaders who would like a stronger foundation in mathematics education as well as for experienced mathematics coaches and leaders, this guide outlines research related to mathematics education and offers:
- Strategies for observing and evaluating mathematics instruction in classrooms
- Suggestions for supporting teacher growth and development, including co-teaching, lesson study, and job-embedded professional learning
- Tools and templates to use in working with faculty
The Principal as Mathematics Leader is an essential resource for all who are committed to achieving results through stronger mathematics programs.
Table Of Contents:
- Preface
- Introduction
- 1. A Vision for Learning Mathematics
- Mathematics Reform
- Teacher Change in Mathematics
- Teachers? Attitudes and Perceptions About Mathematics Teaching and Learning
- Teachers? Understanding of Mathematics Content and Pedagogy
- The Principal?s Role
- 2. Observing and Evaluating a Mathematics Classroom
- Identifying Teacher Practices in Exemplary Mathematics Classrooms
- Problem Solving
- Mathematics Manipulatives
- A Balanced Program
- Technology
- Literature Connections
- Assessment and Evaluation
- The Principal?s Role
- 3. What Can Principals Do?
- Gap Analysis
- Schoolwide Mathematics Improvement Plan
- Supporting Teacher Growth and Development
- High-Yield Strategies
- Professional Learning Communities or Teams
- Job-Embedded Learning
- Co-Teaching
- Teacher Moderation: Collaborative Assessment of Student Work
- Lesson Study
- Book Study
- Other Strategies
- 4. Tools for Success
- Resources
- Memberships
- Books
- Mathematics Manipulatives
- Worldwide Web Resources
- Math Puzzles and Bulletin Boards
- Mathematics Buddies
- School Homework Club and Peer Tutoring
- Math Clubs
- Mathematics Pictures and Video Recordings
- Mathematics Fairs and Career Days
- Home and School Connections
- Principal Resources
- Resource 1: OAME Vision Statement
- Resource 2: Observing and Evaluating a Mathematics Classroom
- Resource 3: Gap Analysis: The Effective Mathematics Classroom
- Resource 4: Children?s Books With Mathematics Themes
- References
- Index