Leading 21st-Century Schools : Harnessing Technology for Engagement and Achievement

In Leading 21st Century Schools: Harnessing Technology for Engagement and Achievement , Lynne Schrum and Barbara B. Levin provide school administrators with the technological context and practical tools for leading effective schools that meet the needs of 21st century learners. Aligned with the new ISTE/NETS administrator standards to be released in June 2009, and emphasizing increased learner engagement and achievement, the book: Presents an overview of Web 2.0 tools with specific examples for integrating the technologies into instruction and curriculum Provides authentic stories from administrators who have received awards for technology implementation Demonstrates how to facilitate teacher-student collaboration, communication, creation, and interaction in face-to-face and virtual settings Details strategies for providing related professional development