A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Present research and evidence These play a crucial role in justifying change by providing a solid foundation for decision-making. Additionally, research can be used to anticipate potential challenges and develop strategies to address them proactively, ultimately leading to more successful and sustainable change initiatives.

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Anthropology.net

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

A Revolutionary Theory in Anthropology Human culture is a remarkable, complex phenomenon, often seen as a defining feature that sets humans apart from other species. Unlike animal cultures, which are limited in scope and depth, human culture accumulates, adapts, and continually evolves, empowering our species to dominate the planet.

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TeachThought

APRIL 4, 2024

Research: The Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Learning contributed by Michael Mirra Abstract Diversity has been at the forefront of educational discussions over the last few years. Background research on children’s learning showed that preschoolers have two qualifiers when choosing an informer.

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TeachThought

OCTOBER 12, 2024

It’s usually only used in academic research—you’ll see it in educational psychology books, in school textbooks. What we know—and this is what we’ve been learning—is that girls have a cultural pressure to be quiet. Girls have a cultural pressure not to be angry, not to use their voices. Instructor: Exactly.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 20, 2024

While putting out fires comes with the territory, the real work lies in developing a learning culture prioritizing relationships and student outcomes. Research Supporting the Importance of Leadership Clarity Numerous studies have demonstrated the positive impact of leadership clarity on outcomes. The “why” always matters.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 1, 2022

Having a foundation and a compelling reason to change is where research plays a pivotal role. It provides a baseline as to what has been found to really work when it comes to student learning and improving culture. Thriving cultures focus on empowerment, support, feedback, and autonomy to take risks to build self-efficacy.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 28, 2022

Culture is everything. Establishing and maintaining relationships is paramount, which Is why I detailed research-based ways to improve morale in a previous post and in Digital Leadership. Both of these attributes are integral in developing relationships that underpin culture and are also necessary for leading change. Brock, S.E.,

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 14, 2022

Thriving cultures that produce results make every effort to keep this on the positive side. Below are some simple strategies that you can use immediately and long-term, many of which are research-based. Pile on the positive feedback Sometimes there is never enough of a good thing when it comes to building up culture. 117-120.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Suppose you were to research or Google the qualities of effective leaders. Humble leaders are able to get the most out of people through intrinsic means, which often leads to lasting change and a positive culture. What doesn’t show up in routine searches is humility. There is a strong link between this trait and effective leadership.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 11, 2021

What has changed are the tools, research, and societal shifts that impact the work. Pedagogical leadership focuses on numerous responsibilities and roles that work to ensure a vibrant learning culture that helps to meet the needs of all students. Leadership is leadership. However, the pedagogical leader doesn’t stop here.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 19, 2022

Whatever that might be, discovering the root cause is essential to proactively address the situation so that it doesn’t further impact the culture of your school or district. Seek out perspectives from unbiased colleagues, reach out to other leaders for advice, or research how other fields address these same issues.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

I am sure that each of you reading this post can develop a quick list of critical characteristics or behaviors that one must utilize to help move people to where they need to be to improve culture and performance. Sure, some might naturally rise to the top, but the fact of the matter is that one is not necessarily better than the other.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 9, 2022

At the forefront is developing and sustaining a culture that imparts purpose, meaning, relevance, ownership, and various paths that cater to all students' strengths and weaknesses. While digital tools, research on the brain, and an emphasis on high-agency strategies might be new, personalization is not.

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Sapiens

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In early 2024, Spain’s culture minister announced that the nation would overhaul its state museum collections, igniting a wave of anticipation—and controversy. It is crucial to understand that decolonizing efforts in museums do not equate to an immediate, wholesale return of cultural material. Unlike the U.K.,

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2019

Each of the seven outlined below are either embedded components of school culture or an element of professional practice that leaders already focus on (or should be). Research has shown the positive impact that innovative spaces can have on learning outcomes. Here is where the Pillars of Digital Leadership come into play.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 22, 2023

Up until this point, my thinking was relatively traditional and as such, so was the culture of my school. It was now time to become a true leader and that required being honest about where not only I was but also the culture of my school.

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Sapiens

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Researchers primarily applied this system to Eurasia and Africa, but other evolutionary frameworks have been applied not only to those regions but also to the Americas.) This approach to archaeological research places value on the continuous cultural and social development of humans. Instead, we advocate for “deep history.”

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 25, 2023

Leadership embodies consistent qualities and characteristics that remain unchanged while the tools, research, and societal shifts influencing the work have evolved. Co-create a vision A shared and co-created vision has the potential to transform an organization's culture. Leadership is a collaborative endeavor.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2024

It intertwines innovative teaching practices, cutting-edge technologies, and a culture of inclusivity into the very fabric of districts and schools. All services and offerings that we provide support longitudinal and evidence-based change to improve learner outcomes backed by research. SET grounds everything we do at Aspire Change EDU.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

Transparency validates major decisions using research and data. Autonomy creates a culture that promotes the freedom to take risks and fail forward. All of the elements above help a leader build trust amongst staff resulting in a positive school culture.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 13, 2021

In the lead-up to a curation of a vast amount of research, UNESCO stated the following: In today’s world, education systems must constantly evolve in order to effectively respond to the rapidly changing demands of the societies they serve. Use gender-neutral colors to create a culture of respect and understanding.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 17, 2024

In a world of standardized tests and rigid curricula, fostering a culture of continuous, personalized growth for teachers allows them to stay abreast of current trends and effective strategies, maximize time, and become the best iteration of themselves for the learners they serve. Educational Researcher, 38(8), 649-664. Desimone, L.

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Political Science Now

JANUARY 2, 2025

The Journal Club Module: A Co-Learning Tactic for Demystifying Academic Research and Building Classroom Culture in Undergraduate Courses By Nancy B. The post The Journal Club Module: A Co-Learning Tactic for Demystifying Academic Research and Building Classroom Culture in Undergraduate Courses appeared first on.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 15, 2021

To do so, the right mindset and strategies are needed to create classroom cultures where learners are empowered to replace conventional ideas with innovative solutions to authentic solutions. This is the essence of preparation for now and the unknown, something that is woven throughout Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Marilyn Price Mitchell shared the following in an article for Edutopia: Research has since established resilience as essential for human thriving and an ability necessary for the development of healthy, adaptable young people.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 17, 2022

Employing well-known and research-based strategies within a current context is a hallmark of influential leaders. A pedagogical focus grounded in research and evidence is critical to improving outcomes for kids both with and without technology. The tenants have remained the same for centuries.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2024

Packed with practical examples, research-based strategies, and stories, any educator can find the most effective way to personalize learning. Dive into how personalized learning can revolutionize education through real-world examples, research, practical advice, and inspiring stories.

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Researchers have discovered a genetic divide during the Bronze Age, which correlates with linguistic patterns between Eastern and Western Indo-European populations. In Greece and Armenia, steppe ancestry coincided with pivotal cultural developments. Credit: bioRxiv (2024).

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Maitri Learning

JANUARY 12, 2025

At the recent Montessori Schools of Massachusetts conference, I shared how cutting-edge brain research aligns with and validates core Montessori principles. Recent research by Gotlieb and colleagues (2022) shows that this drive for meaning has profound effects on brain development. Our classrooms and families are also forms of culture.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 24, 2020

During my years as a teacher and principal, I would spend countless hours planning, researching, and attending professional learning events to hone my craft in order to become a better educator. While others might disagree, such as my mom, I pride myself on being extremely resourceful. However, this was not always my strength.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

The lessons learned from this crisis can empower us all to chart a new path to create cultures of learning that provide kids with the competencies to succeed in a post-COVID19 world. When it comes to professional learning that leads to improved outcomes, the research is pretty clear in that it should be job-embedded and ongoing.

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Sapiens

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The Roti Collective, a community-based research project, explores the layered histories that brought a flatbread from the Indian subcontinent around the world. Based on our extensive research and experience, this is still true.) where I teach.

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Teaching Anthropology

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Nightingale College, South Dakota, US As I grade my Cultural Anthropoloy classs Emic and Etic Perspectives of Halloween essay, two things strike me: 1. As we all teach in our Introduction to Anthropology classes, the emic perspective is essential for understanding a cultural practice. Chloe Beckett, M.A., 2023, and Ouyang et al.,

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A ‘Knowledge Revival’ A 2025 book by 10 education researchers in Europe and Australia, Developing Curriculum for Deep Thinking: The Knowledge Revival , makes the case that students cannot learn the skills of comprehension and critical thinking unless they know a lot of stuff first. Weve all been there.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 24, 2022

ConnectEDD Publishing was the perfect partner for this project as Jimmy Casas and Jeff Zoul have immense experience in the realm of school culture. I regularly create supplemental material through this blog that weaves together additional research connections, practical examples, and deeper insight.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 26, 2018

It was this shift that got me thinking about how tools could be used to amplify the fantastic work of my teachers, administrators, and students to showcase efficacy in improving school culture. It all comes down to this. If you don’t tell your story, then someone else will. Apparently, there was a reason for this. Image credit.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 3, 2018

As I was researching for some solid pedagogical links, I came across this wonderful article that Todd Finley wrote for Edutopia titled Rethinking Whole Class Discussion. For even more research-based ideas click HERE. Research supports the importance of discussion when backed by the purposeful use of technology. Smith et al.

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