eSchool News highlights some of the 10 most significant ed-tech developments of 2014, and the emergence of the teacher leader is No. 3
Each year, the eSchool News editors compile 10 of the most influential ed-tech developments and examine how those topics dominated K-12 ed-tech conversations. No. 3 on our list for 2014 is the teacher leader’s new role.
School leadership is expanding, and some of today’s most celebrated local, district, and state leaders say that a school’s success depends on strong teacher leadership.
When teachers feel supported and empowered, their instructional practices can change for the better, and this has a direct impact on student engagement and achievement.
(Next page: How teacher leaders took charge in 2014)
Keep reading to find out how teacher leaders are empowered in today’s schools:
Strategies to build strong teacher leadership [1]
Trying to change teacher practice? Enlist ‘Bob’ [2]
How school leaders can support the digital transition [3]
10 ways to create engaging schools [4]
Tips to align district leadership with unions [5]