The Teacher and the Community, School Culture and Organizational Leadership

Flashcards on community, school culture, and organizational leadership topics discussed in the lecture notes.

School as a Community

Every school should be central to its local community, reflecting beliefs and values through the actions of its members.

Community (Multidimensional)

The influence of the environment and the system of control within a location.

Community (Structure)

The administrative elements and guidance that determine equality provision, such as inclusive policies.

Community (Process)

The management of people and the development of a shared understanding of beliefs and values.

Shared Commitment

All members of the school, including those with special educational needs, should have a shared commitment to the formation of the school community.

Effective School Dynamics

Individuals must support and relate to each other, with high involvement in understanding the goals and objectives to be achieved.

School and Local Community

The school mirrors the local community and shares individuals’ beliefs and values.

School as a Learning Community

A school where all members acquire new ideas and accept responsibility for making the institution work.

Essential Elements for a Learning Community

Include a servant leader, a shared moral purpose, a sense of trust and respect, and an open environment for collaborative decision-making.

Servant Leader

Performs as a guide and nurturer, encouraging all members of the community to perform their ultimate capacity.

Shared Moral Purpose

Appeals to the common good of the learning community and becomes the vital strength that binds together.

Trust and Respect

The educational leader must understand the qualities and lives of every member to foster trust and respect.

Collaborative Decision-Making

Harnessing experiences of all individuals to build a network of communication.

Community of Practice

A group of people who share a passion for something they know how to do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better.

Characteristics of Communities of Practice

Include a shared domain of interest, community engagement through joint activities, and the practice of building a shared repertoire of resources and ideas.

School Learning Action Cells (SLAC)

A Professional Development Strategy implemented by the Department of Education to help teachers cooperate and resolve shared challenges.

Learning Action Cell (LAC)

A group of teachers who engage in collaborative learning sessions to solve shared challenges encountered in the school.

Purpose of PLCs

Organizing professional learning communities will aid teachers in the construction of new knowledge about instruction, as well as in revising traditional beliefs and assumptions about education.

Professional Learning Community (PLC)

A group of educators that meets regularly, shares expertise, and works collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students.

Teacher's Role

Providing intellectual development of the learners by using various assessments and teaching strategies.

School as a Social System

A social system with roles, administrative functions, and a network of social interaction, characterized by interdependence, defined population, differentiation, complex relationships and unique culture.

Collaboration Importance

Collaboration of each member is very important to achieve the desired goals of an organization.

Need for Professional Development

Teachers need professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills to address students' learning challenges.

Shared Commitment

All members of the school, including those with special educational needs, should have a shared commitment to the formation of the school community.

Effective School Dynamics

Individuals must support and relate to each other, with high involvement in understanding the goals and objectives to be achieved.

School and Local Community

The school mirrors the local community and shares individuals’ beliefs and values.

School as a Learning Community

A school where all members acquire new ideas and accept responsibility for making the institution work.

Essential Elements for a Learning Community

Include a servant leader, a shared moral purpose, a sense of trust and respect, and an open environment for collaborative decision-making.

Servant Leader

Performs as a guide and nurturer, encouraging all members of the community to perform their ultimate capacity.

Shared Moral Purpose

Appeals to the common good of the learning community and becomes the vital strength that binds together.

Trust and Respect

The educational leader must understand the qualities and lives of every member to foster trust and respect.

Collaborative Decision-Making

Harnessing experiences of all individuals to build a network of communication.

Community of Practice

A group of people who share a passion for something they know how to do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better.

Characteristics of Communities of Practice

Include a shared domain of interest, community engagement through joint activities, and the practice of building a shared repertoire of resources and ideas.

School Learning Action Cells (SLAC)

A Professional Development Strategy implemented by the Department of Education to help teachers cooperate and resolve shared challenges.

Learning Action Cell (LAC)

A group of teachers who engage in collaborative learning sessions to solve shared challenges encountered in the school.

Purpose of PLCs

Organizing professional learning communities will aid teachers in the construction of new knowledge about instruction, as well as in revising traditional beliefs and assumptions about education.

Professional Learning Community (PLC)

A group of educators that meets regularly, shares expertise, and works collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students.

Teacher's Role

Providing intellectual development of the learners by using various assessments and teaching strategies.

School as a Social System

A social system with roles, administrative functions, and a network of social interaction, characterized by interdependence, defined population, differentiation, complex relationships and unique culture.

Collaboration Importance

Collaboration of each member is very important to achieve the desired goals of an organization.

Need for Professional Development

Teachers need professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills to address students' learning challenges.

School as a Community

Every school should be central to its local community, reflecting beliefs and values through the actions of its members.

Community (Multidimensional)

The influence of the environment and the system of control within a location.

Community (Structure)

The administrative elements and guidance that determine equality provision, such as inclusive policies.

Community (Process)

The management of people and the development of a shared understanding of beliefs and values.

Collaborative Professional Development

A continuous process of teachers coming together to improve the quality and effectiveness of teaching; a way to solve a problem collectively.

Collaborative Environment

The school environment should provide opportunities that help students develop skills to work together to improve collaboration and communication skills