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Cognitive Capital: Investing in Teacher Quality

Full title: Cognitive Capital: Investing in Teacher Quality
ISBN: 9780807754979
ISBN 10: 0807754978
Authors: Zimmerman, Diane P. Garmston, Robert J.
Publisher: Teachers College Press
Num. pages: 144
Binding: Paperback
Language: en
Published on: 2013

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Synopsis

Building On The Authors' Celebrated Work In Cognitive Coaching, This Important Book Provides Teachers, Schools, And Policy Leaders With The Rationale And New Direction For Enhancing The Development Of The Intellectual Capacity Of Educators Their Performance, And Their Ultimate Effects On Student Learning. The Authors Focus On Assisting Teachers In Developing Awareness In Thier Own Ability To Make Effective Judgements Based On All Their Capabilities And Experiences. When Teachers Weave Internal Expertise And External Criteria Together Into The Exquisite Tapestry Of Teaching And Learning, They Gain Confidence In Their Ability To Make A Difference For All Students. Rather Than Spending Time Becoming Better Inspectors And Enforcers, Cognitive Captial Calls For Skillful Leaders To Engage Educators' Though Processes Which Promote Practices That Have High Impacts On Their Students.