Professional learning communities by design

"Award-winning educator Lois Brown Easton's organic approach to PLCs includes a compelling case study, a chronological PLC planning outline, and tools on a companion CD"-- Provided by publisher. "This practical guide to the successful implementation of Professional Learning Communities is focused on the intentional learning and actions of teachers who wish to help struggling students succeed and narrow achievement gaps. The author includes a range of professional learning designs, protocols, and tools that can be applied to various PLC contexts. Each chapter includes an installment of a realistic and meaningful case narrative that describes what happens as faculty members work toward improving learning for all students"-- Provided by publisher.