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How Not to Get Fired Implementing Next Gen Learning
It can be very complicated implementing next gen models. In fact, the work is challenging enough that it's introducing new ways for principals and superintendents to get fired.
TRECA: Supporting Schools, Developing Leaders
Most education conferences continue to use theater seating, microphones on draped tables, and panels that go bla, bla, bla--no evidence that anyone planning the session considered anything about adult learners. It’s refreshing to work with someone like TRECA team who works hard to create powerful learning experiences for education leaders.
10 Things Superintendents Should Do Now
A discussion with a group of Ohio superintendents led to a list of ten projects we discussed for fall 2014.
The 10 Questions Every Superintendent Needs to Answer
There are (at least) ten questions that every superintendent needs to answer to maximize their contribution.
Q&A With Broad Superintendents Academy On Learning & Leadership
Broad Superintendents Academy Managing Director Christina Heitz conducted a video interview with Tom prior to his visit and the following is a summary interview.
Future Superintendents Get Lesson in Leadership
“Everything is more flexible, if I want to learn something, I Google it,” said a school district administrator, “everyone is more independent and less dependant on traditional structures.”
Good Work: The Politics of Superintending
Personalities and strategies are part of a superintendent search, but hiring a superintendent is most often a political decision. And what I came to understand is that the job is inherently about winning hearts, minds, and ultimately votes—it is all about politics.
County Superintendents Consider Innovation
ASA County Superintendents meeting in Washington DC was sponsored by the Pearson Foundation. They considered learning tech and school improvement today.
Good Work: Enough but not too much Challenge
Every job has its own unique challenges and rewards. The challenges are often self evident, but the rewards can be subtle, long-term, or indirect. Take time to remind yourself of the rewards that make the work worthwhile.
Leadership by Any Means
Comments on Larry Cuban's two part series; big districts should consider non-traditional leaders.