Leading for School Librarians: There Is No Other Option by Hilda K. Weisburg (En

Description: Leading for School Librarians by Hilda K. Weisburg, Susan D. Ballard To become a truly effective leader youve got to have a plan. In her new book, Weisburg builds on her decades of experience and mentorship in school libraries to offer a carefully crafted roadmap that guides readers step by step through the process of transforming into a leader, from becoming aware of whats at stake to learning and mastering the necessary skills for leadership. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description With the recent passage of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), school libraries are poised for a potential turnaround. But theres only one way forward: school librarians must become leaders, fully interwoven into the fabric of the educational community. And to become a truly effective leader youve got to have a plan. In her new book, Weisburg builds on her decades of experience and mentorship in school libraries to offer a carefully crafted roadmap that guides readers step by step through the process of transforming into a leader, from becoming aware of whats at stake to learning and mastering the necessary skills for leadership. Using a pragmatic approach that acknowledges the challenges to come while also offering unabashed inspiration, this bookincorporates first-hand understanding of the dynamics of the educational environment, from the building to the district level;begins by addressing common fears about taking on a leadership role, and shows how to move past them and gain confidence;demonstrates how to build credibility among stakeholders and peers through strategic risk-taking;discusses ways to rely on ones strengths to grow skills and expertise;explains how to know when to lead and when to manage, plus the fine art of delegation;gives pointers on communicating effectively, becoming visible, behaving ethically, maintaining a healthy life-work balance, and other important career issues; andshows readers what it takes to move onto a larger stage and become a local educational leader who also has a presence on the state and national level. By starting with the basics and offering concrete ideas for moving forward, the book shows readers how they can slowly build their confidence and skills to become the leaders their students and the profession needs them to be. Long Description With the recent passage of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), school libraries are poised for a potential turnaround. But theres only one way forward: school librarians must become leaders, fully interwoven into the fabric of the educational community. And to become a truly effective leader youve got to have a plan. In her new book, Weisburg builds on her decades of experience and mentorship in school libraries to offer a carefully crafted roadmap that guides readers step by step through the process of transforming into a leader, from becoming aware of whats at stake to learning and mastering the necessary skills for leadership. Using a pragmatic approach that acknowledges the challenges to come while also offering unabashed inspiration, this book incorporates first-hand understanding of the dynamics of the educational environment, from the building to the district level; begins by addressing common fears about taking on a leadership role, and shows how to move past them and gain confidence; demonstrates how to build credibility among stakeholders and peers through strategic risk-taking; discusses ways to rely on ones strengths to grow skills and expertise; explains how to know when to lead and when to manage, plus the fine art of delegation; gives pointers on communicating effectively, becoming visible, behaving ethically, maintaining a healthy life-work balance, and other important career issues; and shows readers what it takes to move onto a larger stage and become a local educational leader who also has a presence on the state and national level. By starting with the basics and then offering concrete ideas for moving forward, the book shows readers how they can slowly build their confidence and skills to become the leaders their students and the profession needs them to be. Details ISBN0838915108 Author Susan D. Ballard Pages 192 Publisher American Library Association Year 2017 ISBN-10 0838915108 ISBN-13 9780838915103 Format Paperback Imprint ALA Editions Place of Publication Chicago, IL Country of Publication United States Birth 1942 DEWEY 027.8 Subtitle There Is No Other Option Short Title Leading for School Librarians Language English AU Release Date 2017-03-20 NZ Release Date 2017-03-20 UK Release Date 2017-03-20 Publication Date 2017-02-28 Audience Professional & Vocational US Release Date 2017-02-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132578504;

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