Learning by Doing: A Handbook for Professional Learning Communities at Work® (A practical guide for implementing the PLC process and transforming schools)

by Richard DuFour, Rebecca DuFour, Robert Eaker, Thomas W. Many, Mike Mattos

Overview

25 years on, the PLC at Work® process continues to produce results across the United States and worldwide. In this fourth edition of the bestseller Learning by Doing, the authors use updated research and time-tested knowledge to address current education challenges, from learning gaps exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic to the need to drive a highly effective multitiered system of supports.

This book will help K–12 administrators, school leaders, and teacher teams:

• Build shared knowledge of both critical vocabulary and the concepts underlying the key PLC terms
• Learn new, more in-depth strategies for coaching in a PLC at Work
• Make honest assessments of student learning, examine their school culture, and implement conventional practices from a fresh, critical perspective
• Take immediate and specific steps to close the knowing-doing gap and implement PLC concepts in their school and district
• Recognize that the knowledge needed to support students in achieving higher levels is readily available, and the next step is to transform this awareness into an action plan for school improvement
• Follow the step-by-step format outlined in each chapter to advance their school’s PLC journey and drive continuous improvement

Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1: A Guide to Action for Professional Learning Communities at Work
Chapter 2: Defining a Clear and Compelling Purpose
Chapter 3: Building the Collaborative Culture of a Professional Learning Community
Chapter 4: Coaching Collaborative Teams in a Professional Learning Community at Work
Chapter 5: Creating a Results Orientation in a Professional Learning Community
Chapter 6: Establishing a Focus on Learning
Chapter 7: Creating Team-Developed Common Formative Assessments
Chapter 8: Responding When Some Students Don’t Learn
Chapter 9: Hiring, Orienting, and Retaining New Staff
Chapter 10: Addressing Conflict and Celebrating in a Professional Learning Community
Chapter 11: Implementing the Professional Learning Community Process Districtwide
Conclusion: Touching the Emotions—Creating a Culture of Caring
References
Index

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781960574145
Publisher:	Solution Tree Press
Publication date:	05/17/2024
Edition description:	4th ed.
Pages:	368
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 10.90(h) x 0.90(d)

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

“Learning by Doing is a gift to educators. The PLC at Work process and practices are critically important and applicable at all levels—state, district, school, and team. This fourth edition expands the learning and research so educators can ensure every student succeeds.”

—Janel Keating, author and educational presenter

“Learning by Doing has informed my decisions as a school leader since the first edition was released. It continues to inspire and instruct educators to engage in highly effective processes to support improved student learning within the ever-changing world of education.”

—Steve McLaughlin, superintendent, Fullerton Joint Union High School District, California

“Learning by Doing has been a game changer for so many schools, helping them go beyond theory to get to the actions needed to become PLCs. This fourth edition updated for the current climate in education is truly an example of ongoing learning impacting practice.”

—Jasmine K. Kullar, chief school leadership officer, Cobb County School District, Georgia

“As an education leader, I always appreciate the philosophical why and pedagogical why; it’s easy, however, to get lost in both without application. Learning by Doing connects the why to implementation so educators can move the needle for all students.”

—Elizabeth Sisson, principal, El Dorado High School, California