Teachers Bringing Out the Best in Teachers

Learn what effective headteachers do to influence, motivate, and empower teachers entirely from the teachers' perspective. Based on an in-depth study in which teachers detail the strategies extraordinary principals used to help them become more effective in the classroom. This second edition incorporates the most up-to-date literature, keeping the core study timely and provocative. Easy-to-follow guidelines are included in each chapter. Strategies and related practices illustrate how to:o Use the power of praise o Influence by expecting and involving o Encourage professional autonomy o Lead by standing behind o Suggest rather than direct o Use formal authority positivelyThis book is a must-have resource for any practising or aspiring headteacher.