topic 7

EFFECTIVENESS

  • Definition: Effectiveness measures alignment between stated goals and their achievement.

  • Quality in higher education involves achievements and goal evaluations.

SCHOOL EFFECTIVENESS

  • Positive changes in:
      - Student achievement
      - Student attitudes towards learning
      - Teacher attitudes
      - Community/parent attitudes

CORRELATES OF EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS (Lezotte, 1991)

  1. Instructional leadership

  2. Clear vision and mission

  3. Safe and orderly environment

  4. High expectations for student achievement

  5. Continuous assessment of achievement

  6. Opportunity and time on task

  7. Positive home-school relations

ELEMENTS OF EFFECTIVE SCHOOLING

  • Quality Leadership: Visible leaders align goals with staff and seek solutions.

  • High Expectations: Positive impact on student performance through high expectations for students and teachers.

  • Ongoing Screening: Continuous performance monitoring to identify learning issues.

  • Goals and Direction: Clear, communicated goals involving all stakeholders enhance student performance.

  • Secure and Organized: Safety and respect are fundamental for effective learning.

CHARACTERISTICS OF AN EFFECTIVE SCHOOL

  • Clear and shared focus

  • High standards and expectations for all students

  • Effective school leadership

  • High collaboration and communication

  • Curriculum aligned with state standards

  • Supportive learning environment

  • Strong family and community involvement

ROLE OF AN EFFECTIVE SCHOOL LEADER

  • Passion for a larger cause; strong vision for improving society.

  • Actions that support student achievement and teacher effectiveness.

  • Balancing management duties with leadership to gain credibility.

  • Envisioning ideal outcomes while focusing on actionable steps.

  • Listening actively and interpreting underlying messages in communication.

  • Engaging in constant reflection to improve leadership practice.