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Good to Great to Innovate
Recalculating the Route to Career Readiness, K-12+

Foreword by Michael Fullan, Epilogue by Andy Hargreaves



September 2014 | 312 pages | Corwin

"Through extensive research and practical examples, this outstanding book puts forward a compelling case for structured, collaborative inquiry processes to achieve success for ALL students.” —Janelle Wills, Director Marzano Institute Australia

How can schools best prepare students for the highly competitive job market and global economy? This compelling book presents a transformative approach to college and career readiness within the public education system, based on data and best practices contributed by outstanding schools on five continents. 

Written for education leaders at all levels, this resource shows how to

  • Design an innovative  Pathways approach to career readiness  that empowers students as informed decision-makers
  • Integrate career training into curriculum through a network of local community partners 
  • Develop an approach to life-skill preparation, K-12+, that is inclusive of all. 

Learn how educators—and entire school systems—can consistently support career development, helping students find rewarding paths forward.

 
List of Figures and Tables
 
Foreword by Michael Fullan
 
Preface
 
1. Charting the Course
Understanding Current Structures

 
Setting a Course for Recalculation

 
Mapping Pathways to Career Readiness

 
Navigating Pathways to Career Readiness

 
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2. Leadership Matters!
Leadership Context Matters

 
Leadership Roles Matter

 
Motion Leadership Matters

 
Innovation Leadership Matters

 
What Matters Most in Leading Innovation?

 
Breaking Barriers

 
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3. All FACES Matter!
Relentless Pursuit to Excellence and Achievement - Matters!

 
Shared Beliefs and Understandings

 
An Inclusive Equitable Learning Community: Constructing Pathways Together Matters

 
A Culture of Innovation and Mutual Respect

 
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4. Closing the Gap to Raise the Bar
Data Matters!

 
Foundational Literacy Skills Matter!

 
Getting Started

 
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5. Choice Matters!
Learning Journeys

 
Clearing the Pathway Congestion

 
Clearly Articulated Pathways Matter!

 
Shared Learning: What's Working?

 
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6. Skilled Teachers Matter!
Knowledge Building and Knowledge Creation

 
Collaborative Inquiry as Knowledge Mobilization

 
Experiential Learning Is for Everyone!

 
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Epilogue by Andy Hargreaves
 
Appendices
Appendix A: Recalculating the Route: Striking a New Leadership Balance

 
Appendix B: Detailed Explanation of How Individual Lenses of the Innovation Leadership Prism Are Relational

 
Appendix C: Tips for Parents

 
Appendix D: Sample Pathways Questions

 
Appendix D Continued: Sample Student Pathway Questions

 
Appendix E: Career Pathways in Agriculture & Career Pathways for Health Care Settings in York Region

 
Appendix F: Co-Teaching Cycle

 
Appendix G: Sample Pathway Tracking

 
Appendix H: Student "Innovation Mindset" Self-Assessment Sheet

 
Appendix I: Exploring Opportunities Program (EOP) Credit Accumulation

 
Appendix J: Personalized Placement Learning Plan (PPLP)

 
Appendix K: Forms of Experiential Learning

 
 
References

Sample Materials & Chapters

Foreword

Preface


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ISBN: 9781483331867
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