Course Overview
Teacher leadership is not an isolated task. Growing as a leader involves building connections with colleagues while remaining grounded in improving learning for all students. Explore the complexities of communicating with adult learners as you examine characteristics of teacher leaders. Critically analyze the conditions that encourage individual commitment to action that have impact on improving classroom practices and student success.
Course Objectives
In this course participants will have opportunity to:
- Analyze the characteristics of teacher leaders;
- Explore effective practices to foster sustained collaboration; and
- Critically reflect on readings and observations of leadership practices
Course Materials
Berry, B., Byrd, A., & Wieder, A. (2013). Teacherpreneurs: Innovative teachers who lead but don’t leave. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass. Subscription to the Teaching Channel
Instructor
Kathleen Murphy
B.S., M.Ed.Licensed in Elementary Education, ESL, Reading Specialist K-12, Special Education.
Literacy and ESL Coach and Consultant. Practicum Supervisor for new teacher candidates.
"My current educational goal is to provide quality professional development that will support teachers and enable them to improve student achievement."
My personal interests include grandchildren, reading, travel and theater.
Instructor
Gina Bergskaug
B.A., M.A. Curriculum & InstructionC.A.G.S Educational Leadership, 9-12 chemistry, K-12 Principal, K-12 Director of Curriculum, K-12 Superintendent 21 years.
Gina focuses on rethinking instructional approaches, empowering teachers and students to take risks, and engaging in reflective practices.
Gina's personal interests are her 4 children and their many activities, running, and cooking.