Limit search to available items
Book Cover
E-book
Author Murphy, Craig.

Title The Influential School Leader Inspiring Teachers, Students, and Families Through Social and Organizational Psychology
Published Milton : Eye On Education, Incorporated, 2020

Copies

Description 1 online resource (167 p.)
Contents Intro -- Half Title -- Series Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Contents -- Meet the Authors -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Foundations of the Framework -- Challenge of Educational Leadership -- Framework -- Conditions for Change -- Applying the Framework -- References -- Part I: Improving Your Vision -- 1. Four Distinct Perspectives -- Introduction -- Understanding the (School) System -- Exiting the Gerbil Wheel -- Social Psychology and the Four Perspectives -- References -- 2. Seeing the System in 3D -- Surface-Level Dimension
Below-the-Surface Dimension -- System Dimension -- Vignette-The Pizza Party -- Seeing the Problem in 3D -- Surface-Level Dimension -- Below-the-Surface Dimension -- System Dimension -- References -- Part II: Conditions for Change -- 3. Balancing Psychological Safety with Accountability -- Introduction -- Defining Psychological Safety -- Assessing Psychological Safety -- The Power of Disagreements -- Psychological Safety and Cognitive Dissonance -- Feedback Loops and Psychological Safety -- Psychological Safety Is Not a Timid Space -- Putting the Balance into Practice -- References
4. Strengthening Belonging -- Introduction -- Group Cohesiveness -- Social Norms and Core Values -- Normative Social Influence and Belonging -- Informational Social Influence and Belonging -- Culture of Nice -- Five Dysfunctions of a Team-Lencioni -- Belonging in Action-Solving the Cafeteria Problem -- References -- 5. Engaging in Open and Honest Communication -- Introduction -- Minimizing the Nondiscussables -- Power Differentials -- School Meetings and Assumptions -- Accepting Multiple Perspectives -- Avoiding Groupthink -- References -- 6. Encouraging Experimentation -- Introduction
A Scientist of Learning-Math Instruction -- Growth Mindset -- Improvement Science -- Experiments in Education -- References -- Part III: Applying the Framework -- 7. A Leadership Guide-Moving from Theory to Practice -- Introduction -- Step 1: Establish a Small, Diverse Committee -- Step 2: Share Assumptions and Structures -- Step 3: Develop a Shared Understanding -- Step 4: Verify the Problem Statement -- Step 5: Inquiry Conversation-Considering External Factors -- Step 6: ""How Might I Be Contributing to the Problem? -- Step 7: Map the Contribution System
Step 8: Brainstorm Possible ""Small Experiments -- Step 9: Establish a Decision-Making Process -- Reference -- 8. Preparing for Change -- Introduction -- Where to Start-Introducing the Framework to Your School -- Here Comes the Pendulum-Fostering and Maintaining Engagement -- Passing Through the Portal-The Challenges of Open and Honest Communication -- When Perspectives Collide-The Blame Game -- Taking Selfies, and Responsibility -- Really Dealing with Emotions and Feelings -- Surviving Setbacks/Failures, and Thriving Because of Them -- Racing the Clock-If We Only Had More Time -- Reference
Summary The Influential School Leader is a unique, accessible guide for any leader seeking to improve their vision and positively influence school communities in the face of adversity. A successful school today requires a nimble learning environment that is supportive, welcoming, and inspiring for teachers, students, and families. Based on numerous contributions from social and organizational psychology, this book provides a dynamic framework that prepares education stakeholders to examine problems from multiple perspectives and dimensions to create durable solutions. An ideal resource for principals, superintendents, department heads, school psychologists, and other educators in positions of leadership, this expansive toolkit is packed with pragmatic strategies and relatable vignettes
Notes Description based upon print version of record
Craig Murphy is an Associate Professor of School Psychology at William James College, USA. Dr. Murphy also serves as a consultant to numerous school districts in his roles as Clinical Director at Bi-County Collaborative in Walpole, MA, and Executive Director of the Family and Educational Wellness Center in Franklin, MA. He is a nationally certified school psychologist and licensed educational psychologist. John D'Auria is a core faculty member of the Organizational and Leadership Psychology Department and Director of the Educational Leadership Concentration at William James College, USA. A former math teacher, principal, and superintendent, Dr. D'Auria currently works as a consultant at Teachers21, where he previously served as President
Subject Educational leadership -- United States -- Psychological aspects
School management and organization -- United States -- Psychological aspects
School environment -- United States
Organizational behavior -- United States
EDUCATION / Leadership
EDUCATION / Counseling / General
EDUCATION / Parent Participation
Organizational behavior
School environment
School management and organization -- Psychological aspects
United States
Form Electronic book
Author D'Auria, John.
ISBN 1000329119
9780367814946
0367814943
9781000329131
1000329135
9781000329155
1000329151
9781000329117