How Schools Transform: Practices, Research and Actions that Change Schools - Hardcover

by Michael Anderson (Editor), Miranda Jefferson (Editor)

How Schools Transform explores the process of transformation. This book moves beyond the whyof transformation to consider how it is achieved by a range of schools around the world. Each chapter showcases a school-based example of transformation. Assessment, pedagogy, curriculum, leadership, values and learning are explored before considering the key principles required across schools to make transformation a reality. Bringing together examples from around the world, the contributing authors give relatable insights into the mechanics, approaches and principles that drive authentic and sustainable transformation of all sizes. These chapters include teacher voice, student voice, embedded cases, emerging themes, resonances and reflections and ways forward. How Schools Transform weaves real stories and authentic approaches that make transformation the reality and not just rhetoric.

Author Biography

Michael Anderson is Professor of Education at the University of Sydney, Australia. He is co-founder and academic leader of 4C Transformative Learning.

Miranda Jefferson is co-founder and innovative practice leader of 4C Organizations and 4C Transformative Learning. She has been involved in leading innovation in organizations and schools for over 20 years.