Effective Technology Tools for School Leadership: Understanding Digital and Data-Driven Strategies

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This book prepares educational leaders with the knowledge needed to critically evaluate, select, and use technological tools to be effective school leaders. Authors Jones and Kennedy explore the technology tools needed to support the full range of responsibilities of a school leader, including management and administration, personnel and evaluation, security and safety, instructional leadership, organizational culture and climate, external relationships, and action research. Each chapter unpacks advantages and pitfalls of various technological tools and includes case scenarios that contextualize these ideas for readers. Chapter content is also aligned with The Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL), the National Educational Leadership Preparation Standards (NELP), and the International Society of Technology Standard in Education (ISTE) standards. This timely and important book adds to the toolbox for educators preparing to become effective and cutting-edge school leaders. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Introduction Abstract Critical Work of School Leaders The Critical Role of School Leaders with a Standards-Based Approach Technology and the Work of the School Principal Overview of the Book Technology Tools References Chapter 2 Management and Administration Abstract Managerial and Administrative Tasks Linked to Leadership Standards Technological Tools Applicable to Many Administrative Tasks Communication and School-Board Specific Technologies Scheduling Function, Monitoring Attendance, and Enrollment Management Budgets and Finances Resources and Supplies Maintenance of Facilities Transportation Scenario 1: A School-Level Challenge on Improving Negativity Scenario 2: A School-Level Challenge on Parental Involvement Summary Technology Tools References Chapter 3 Personnel and Evaluation Abstract School Personnel and Evaluation Concepts Linked to the Leadership Standards Human Resource Management Hiring of Non-Instructional and Instructional Personnel Evaluating Instructional Personnel (Teachers and Non-Classroom Teachers Who Support Instruction) Evaluating Non-Instructional Personnel Scenario 1: Are Things Okay as They Are? Scenario 2: Ensuring Academic Integrity Summary Technology Tools References Chapter 4 School Security and Safety Abstract School Leader’s Role in School Security and Safety Linked to the Standards Security of Schools’ Information Technology System Understanding Digital Security Monitoring Transportation Monitoring Access to School Buildings and Facilities Monitoring Activity on School Grounds Electronic Communications Scenario 1: The Safe School Bus Scenario 2: Prevention of School Bullying Summary Technology Tools References Chapter 5 Instructional Leadership Abstract Instructional Leadership Linked to the Leadership Standards Monitoring Classroom Instruction Providing Professional Development and Support for Teachers Promoting Collaboration and Mentoring among Teachers and Students Facilitating Individualized Instruction and Support for Students Monitoring Student Achievement Scenario 1: The Case of the Ineffective Special Educator: Instructional Challenges of a First-Year Principal Scenario 2: An Average District with a High Performing School Summary Technology Tools References Chapter 6 Organizational Culture and Climate Abstract Leadership Standards Linked to the Tenants of Organizational Culture Monitoring and Analysis of the Academic Climate of a School Monitoring and Analysis of the Safety Climate of a School Scenario 1: Addressing Negativity in the Culture of the School Scenario 2: Preparing for a New Leadership Role Summary Technology Tools Appendix A: Instructional Leadership Behavioral Checklist Step One: Step Two: Step Three: Step Four: Step Five: Step Six: Step Seven: Appendix B: School Culture Assessment Survey Appendix C: The Organizational Climate (https://www​.waynekhoy​.com​/ocdq​-re/) References Chapter 7 Leadership for External Relationships Abstract External Relationship of School Leaders Linked to the Leadership Standards External Relationships and the Role of Technology Mass Messaging Mobile Apps and School Communications School Website Social Media Scenario 1: Using Technology to Build Relationships with Community Partners Scenario 2: The New Principal at Frost Summary Technology Tools References Chapter 8 Technology and Its Uses for Action Research and Traditional Research Abstract What Is Action Research? Action Research Designs Nine-Step Model Sagor’s Model Ferrance’s Model Stringer’s Model Technology and Academically Oriented Research for Leaders Data Mining and Learning Analytics Examples of Action Research from the Field Example 1: 3rd Grade Math Teacher – Nine-Step Model School Example 1: Discipline Referrals by Teachers – Nine-Step Model School Example 2: Stringer’s Model Written by Dr. Jeremye Brooks Summary References Index