—Michael McDowell,
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lthough academic standards and criterion-referenced forms of education have taken hold around the world, schools and districts still struggle to take full advantage of these tools. Standards most benefit student learning when they form the basis of not only curriculum but also instruction, assessment, grading, and reporting. Leading Standards-Based Learning: An Implementation Guide for Schools and Districts outlines a five-phase plan for transitioning to a standards-based system. Authors Tammy Heflebower, Jan K. Hoegh, and Philip B. Warrick provide K–12 school and district leaders with comprehensive guidance for planning, initiating, and sustaining this reform. Readers will:
“This book is an invaluable resource for all leaders charged with the important role of guiding the implementation of standardsbased learning. It provides a powerful blend of research and a wealth of practical tips and resources for leaders to transform how grading is considered, applied, and shared within their school context.”
—JANELLE WILLS, Director of Professional Learning, Hawker Brownlow Education
• Change outdated grading and reporting practices to promote student learning and growth • Leverage local expertise and teacher leadership to design and expand standards-based systems • Share knowledge with and seek feedback from students, families, and other stakeholders • Achieve a sustainable standards-based learning system that benefits all students in a school or district
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• Develop a strong standards-based curriculum, including aligned instruction and reliable assessments
Superintendent, Ross School District, California
Leading Standards-Based Learning
“Heflebower, Hoegh, and Warrick move beyond mere philosophy and platitudes of standards-based learning and provide tangible, research-based practices that enable leaders to orchestrate major grading and assessment initiatives in any and all educational contexts.”