The Thinking School: Developing a dynamic learning community

Kulvarn Atwal

ISBN 10: 1912906023 / ISBN 13: 9781912906024

Published by John Catt Educational Ltd, 2019

About this Item

The Thinking School: Developing a Dynamic Learning Community explores how schools can transform themselves into vibrant, reflective environments where thinking is at the heart of learning. Drawing on practical strategies and real-world examples, it shows educators how to build a culture that nurtures curiosity, collaboration, and independent thought. The book offers a roadmap for leaders and teachers aiming to create classrooms that empower students to become confident, active learners. An inspiring resource for anyone committed to meaningful, whole-school development. Photograph available on request.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Thinking School: Developing a dynamic learning community
• Publisher: John Catt Educational Ltd
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1912906023
• ISBN 13: 9781912906024
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

A modern-day reflective guide to detail how school leaders can develop a unique and expansive learning environment for teachers. The book is a practical manual that includes examples of activities that can be promoted to develop informal and formal teacher learning activities. Atwal argues that in the very workplaces where the core business is 'learning', the quality of staff learning in schools is poor and underdeveloped - there is significant room for improvement. This book is essential reading for all those interested in driving improvement in education in schools and anyone who has cared about children's learning or teacher learning.

About the Author

Dr Kulvarn Atwal has spent his entire career teaching and leading in East London schools, and is currently Executive Headteacher of two large primary schools. Kulvarn specialises in teacher professional learning. His doctoral thesis highlighted the factors that impact upon teacher engagement in professional learning activities, with a particular focus on action research. His research draws on theories of workplace learning to provide a practical model for schools. The model is designed to develop teacher learning activities that impact directly on pupil outcomes, and has been used to shape leadership practice across the UK and Europe.