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Harnessing the Power of Collective Teacher Efficacy
A Five-Step Process for Developing Strong Teams in a PLC at Work®
This guidebook of practical research-supported advice and user-friendly tools shows educators how to build collective teacher efficacy in a practical, step-by-step way, whether they are just starting their PLC journeys or are in high-performing PLCs and looking to deepen their practice.
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Build collective teacher efficacy
Discover how to build the collective efficacy of teacher teams through the five-step research-supported process of CLEAR: clarify, listen, explore, activate, and review. Using this book’s practical strategies, user-friendly tools, and example scenarios, leaders and coaches can learn to clarify purpose, listen to teachers, explore best practices, activate new knowledge, and review results. Harness the power of collective teacher efficacy.
K–12 leaders and coaches will:
- Clarify the why, what, and how
- Listen to teachers’ questions and fears
- Explore best practices and proven processes through example scenarios
- Activate new learning through coaching
- Review results and celebrate achievements
- Learn the research behind collective teacher efficacy
- Understand the CLEAR process from multiple perspectives
Related Topics
LeadershipProfessional Learning Communities at Work®Professional Learning CommunitiesTeacher Efficacy
Additional Information
“The concept of collaboration is not new in the field of education. We have discovered that simply placing professionals in close proximity to one another does not guarantee that they will form a strong, effective team. Virga provides a logical, research-affirmed process that can transform loose groups of educators into strong, highly efficacious teams. This book is a must-read for educators looking to truly harness the power of collective efficacy.”
“Harnessing the Power of Collective Teacher Efficacy is a game changer for school leaders ready to unlock the full potential of their PLCs. Virga seamlessly blends research with practical tools, offering the CLEAR road map to successful implementation of the PLC process that ignites collective teacher efficacy. This book isn’t just a guide; it’s the key to transforming schools and achieving the ultimate goal—high levels of learning for every student.”
“Harnessing the Power of Collective Teacher Efficacy is a clearly laid-out implementation plan on establishing quality teacher efficacy within your school. It’s perfect to work in tandem with AllThingsPLC and the PLC process.”
“Harnessing the Power of Collective Teacher Efficacy is a tour de force! Virga hits it out of the park with this exceptional, practical, and applicable text. With his five steps, his practical application, and his experience as a teacher, principal, and associate superintendent, Virga provides a clear how-to text for the experienced PLC at Work leader or coach and those new to the PLC process and collective teacher efficacy. Whether you are just beginning this exceptional journey toward increased student achievement and improved instructional practices or are well on your way in this journey, I encourage you to buy this book, read it, and apply the contents of this book in your work. You will not be disappointed!”
“This is an essential resource for educators and leaders who understand the profound impact of belief on performance . . . Using the CLEAR process, the book provides actionable steps to cultivate this collective belief, empowering schools to drive greater teacher morale, retention, and student achievement.”
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