Based on her work over the last decade with more than 100 schools and visits to
more than 5000 classrooms, Barbara
Taylor shares her School Change
in Reading (SCR) reform model in Catching
Schools. At the heart of the reform model is the belief that student
learning improves when teachers are supported with research-based, effective
reading instruction and are given a way to work alongside one another to hone
their teaching abilities. The end result: a collaborative school community,
motivated teachers, and students who are successful, engaged readers.
Taylor’s action points to schoolwide reading improvement include:
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research-proven practices for teaching reading
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a model to put these practices into action for schoolwide reform in reading
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assessment practices to inform teaching
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collaborative meeting strategies and professional learning activities;
including 100+ reproducibles for teachers and administrators.
PLUS! Video clips show
lessons, coaching techniques, and staff discussions in action.
Catching Schools provides
processes around which other reforms can be carved. Improve student achievement
and teacher effectiveness as you build a strong school community. With Catching
Schools you’ll be sure to catch
your school before it falls behind.