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All Systems Go: The Change Imperative for Whole System Reform
"Michael Fullan has once again hit the ball out of the park—a grand slam. All those interested in whole system education reform will want to read this book from cover to cover."—Sir Michael Barber, Former Head of Tony Blair′s Delivery UnitAuthor of Instruction to Deliver
"All Systems Go is exactly what we need at this crucial time. Fullan boldly challenges politicians and professionals to unite for the good of our society. And best of all, he shows them how to do it."—Avis Glaze, President, Edu-quest International Inc.Former Chief Student Officer of Ontario, Canada
A powerful approach to sustainable school system change that involves all stakeholders!
Changing whole education systems for the better, as measured by student achievement, requires coordinated leadership at the school, community, district, and government levels. Based on Michael Fullan′s work with school districts and large systems in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, this resource lays out a comprehensive action plan for achieving whole system reform.
System-wide reform becomes possible when educational leaders build collective capacity and where individual teachers, schools, and districts are committed to working together to increase their effectiveness, rather than competing against one another. This book
Successful reform initiatives in the United States and abroadActions and conditions that have ensured traction and sustainabilityWays to avoid common errors in action, funding, and policyNew reforms at the national level that can impact learning right nowAll Systems Go shows educators what must be done to strip away distractions and move an entire system forward.
"All Systems Go is exactly what we need at this crucial time. Fullan boldly challenges politicians and professionals to unite for the good of our society. And best of all, he shows them how to do it."—Avis Glaze, President, Edu-quest International Inc.Former Chief Student Officer of Ontario, Canada
A powerful approach to sustainable school system change that involves all stakeholders!
Changing whole education systems for the better, as measured by student achievement, requires coordinated leadership at the school, community, district, and government levels. Based on Michael Fullan′s work with school districts and large systems in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, this resource lays out a comprehensive action plan for achieving whole system reform.
System-wide reform becomes possible when educational leaders build collective capacity and where individual teachers, schools, and districts are committed to working together to increase their effectiveness, rather than competing against one another. This book
Successful reform initiatives in the United States and abroadActions and conditions that have ensured traction and sustainabilityWays to avoid common errors in action, funding, and policyNew reforms at the national level that can impact learning right nowAll Systems Go shows educators what must be done to strip away distractions and move an entire system forward.
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First published February 1, 2010
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February 27, 2012
I was really impressed with the case Fullan presents in this book. As a teacher, I despirately want my union to take the lead in reforming education. I see positive movement from the NEA and California's branch, CTA.
I think that the current economic situation is the perfect time for teachers to take back our profession. If my district wants me to pay for more of my health care, then I want control over the minimum threshold of qualifications for a new teacher to be hired. If my district wants me to rethink seniority priveldge and how seniority effects layoffs, then I want a team of teacher-lesders making the judgements of who is and is not an effective teacher, not a one-shot test or an administrator who has visited my classroom twice.
I think the time is ripe for a next-wave of teacher union activism. I hope we don't let the opportunity slip away.
I think that the current economic situation is the perfect time for teachers to take back our profession. If my district wants me to pay for more of my health care, then I want control over the minimum threshold of qualifications for a new teacher to be hired. If my district wants me to rethink seniority priveldge and how seniority effects layoffs, then I want a team of teacher-lesders making the judgements of who is and is not an effective teacher, not a one-shot test or an administrator who has visited my classroom twice.
I think the time is ripe for a next-wave of teacher union activism. I hope we don't let the opportunity slip away.
August 15, 2011
Good leadership read in an education system context. Key: Collective capacity building.
1. establish a vision and goals
2. build a strong team
3. create and support the right culture
4. communication, vision, direction & accomplishment
5. recruit, develop & retain leaders
6. build internal & external support
7. maintain the focus on teaching and learning
1. establish a vision and goals
2. build a strong team
3. create and support the right culture
4. communication, vision, direction & accomplishment
5. recruit, develop & retain leaders
6. build internal & external support
7. maintain the focus on teaching and learning
July 21, 2011
Clear, concise, authoritative, and based on Fullan's extensive experience in educational system change.
June 29, 2011
Some great wisdom for whole system change for schools.
September 14, 2016
Interesting book and it presents lofty ideals but no pathway for success. I think it should be paired with another book that deals with making changes. It's a good read & encouraging.
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