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Learning From Finland: A Book Review, John M. Winslade
Learning From Finland: A Book Review, John M. Winslade
Journal of Critical Issues in Educational Practice
A review of Pasi Sahlberg’s (2015) Finnish Lessons 2.0: What can the world learn from educational change in Finland (2nd Edn.).
Appreciative Inquiry: A Path To Change In Education, Pamela L. Buchanan
Appreciative Inquiry: A Path To Change In Education, Pamela L. Buchanan
Journal of Critical Issues in Educational Practice
Appreciative Inquiry (AI) introduces a new approach to educational change. Most state and federal initiatives for educational change grow out of a deficit model determined to fix problems. The emphasis of AI is upon what is right with the organization and forms the basis for new initiatives and further change. This model proposes a cycle of inquiry used by leaders who distribute leadership across their constituents. Organizational learning is a process of individual and collective inquiry that modifies or constructs organizational theories-in-use and changes practice.
The study explored the relationship of AI, distributed leadership, and organizational learning qualities that exist …
Imparting Practical Wisdom And Resilience To Our Students, Charles (Derrick) Lawson
Imparting Practical Wisdom And Resilience To Our Students, Charles (Derrick) Lawson
Journal of Critical Issues in Educational Practice
The powerful impact of communicating a teacher’s belief in a student is presented. By sharing trade books and novels with metaphoric messages, teachers can impart practical wisdom and enable students to develop resilience when facing challenges.