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International School Leadership Certifi cate

Program modulesModule 1 PrinciPal leadershiP for school iMProveMent• examine attributes of an effective school leader for

21st century teaching and learning using leadership frameworks

• explore management duties and leadership responsibilities of the principal

• discover practices to create a shared vision, goals and high expectations and

• explore practices of direct, indirect and shared leadership.

Module 2 characteristics of effective schools and systeMs• identify characteristics of effective schools that

support 21st century teaching and learning using school effectiveness frameworks

• examine the importance of school leadership on effective schools and systems, reviewing first and second generation effective school correlates identified by Lezotte and

• understand the significance of student voice and student-focused learning.

Module 3 Building relationshiPs and develoPing PeoPle• understand how to utilize emotional intelligence

strategies to maximize performance when interacting with teachers, students and parents

• review key strategies to developing trust with others and an understanding of a professional learning community that develops teaching strategies to improve student achievement and

• explore techniques to inspire teachers, increase motivation and improve efficiency.

Module 4 setting goals and exPectations using data inforMed decision Making

• learn how to develop a collaborative school culture in which teachers share responsibility for student learning and school improvement based on data, system priorities and student needs

• learn to differentiate between a target and an indicator in a school improvement plan and

• understand ongoing monitoring and evaluation of school improvement plans.

Module 5 leading iMProveMent in classrooM instruction: Meeting the needs of all learners• examine conditions to ensure high expectations

for all students• learn how to work with teachers to understand the

relationship between self-regulation, learning skills and readiness for learning and

• explore various learning styles and instructional strategies, including the Teaching-Learning Critical Pathways as a tool to organize actions for teaching and student learning.

Module 6 instructional leadershiP Project ProPosal develoPMent: the aPPlication of theory to Practice

• understand how to apply newly acquired knowledge and skills to a specific leadership project focused on student achievement.

InternatIonal school certIfIcates levels

Certificate awarded upon completion of the following:

Certificate 1 modules 1 – 6

Certificate 2.1 modules 1 – 11 and 12

Certificate 2.2 modules 1 – 11 and 13

Certificate 3 modules 1 – 14

Beyond the notion of completing a certificate, the modules are excellent professional learning!

Dr. Karen Edge Dr. Michael Fullan, O.C. Dr. Avis Glaze Dr. Andy Hargreaves Dr. Ken Leithwood Dr. Lyn Sharratt

Board of Advisors

ISL CERTIFICATE DELIVERYONSITE: With local co-sponsors, ISL delivers the modules at locations around the world. The sessions are generally 3 days in length, cover two modules and require some online follow up activity. Contact ISL for more information is available for those interested in co-sponsoring the delivery of ISL modules.

ONLINE: The ISL Online Academy offers all modules at various times of the year using a state-of-the-art learning management system. Each module extends over a fi ve-week period and involves 15 to 18 hours, with both synchronous and asynchronous experiences.

The ‘Register’ tab of our website provides a current listing of all deliveries for both onsite and online.

Module 7 Planning, executing, and Monitoring school iMProveMent• examine and understand the key components

of school and system improvement plans • explore needs assessment strategies, the creation

of SMART Goals, identifi cation of strategies and actions and

• understand effective monitoring, the use of Instructional Rounds, and components of the evaluation cycle.

Module 8 resource ManageMent for iMProved student learning• understand the importance of aligning student

achievement targets and resource allocation, both capital and human

• examine the key activities involved in developing a resource allocation plan

• probe how school priorities can be linked to the fi nancial strategy and

• explore best practices.

Module 9 Personal Qualities, coMPetencies, and ProBleM solving• understand the knowledge, skills, attitudes, values

and behaviours that positively impact school improvement and student success

• analyze their personal leadership qualities and• review models of professional growth, evaluation,

decision-making and problem-solving.

Module 10 Mentoring, coaching, and evaluating for iMProved teaching• understand mentoring as a reciprocal

learning relationship• explore coaching and how it facilitates desired

change through co-created processes and • learn new approaches to challenging

conversations and teacher evaluation.

Module 11 Parent and coMMunity engageMent• understand the benefi ts and challenges of

increased parent and community engagement• explore different types of involvement and

specifi c strategies to improve engagement and• acquire new strategies for measuring parent and

community engagement.

Module 12 instructional leadershiP Project coMPletion: general rePorting reQuireMents• enact the instructional leadership project defi ned

in Module 6 and report on the outcomes.

Module 13 instructional leadershiP Project coMPletion: Master’s recognition • enact the instructional leadership project defi ned

in Module 6 and report on the outcomes in two academic papers.

Module 14 BecoMing a facilitator for the international school leadershiP PrograM• upon the successful completion of Certifi cates

1 and 2.1, learn about the adult learner, effective facilitation strategies, role of the workshop leader and planning tools.

Testimonials

“ Thank you again for three inspiring days with good company and lots of learning. In my daily work I have found that my point of attention has changed and at team meetings we now talk about our students achievements. It’s not easy … but nevertheless I keep going that direction, developing a language that makes it meaningful to talk about and work towards.” – Principal

“ Within the fi ve weeks I have studied Module 3. I have learned so much and it has changed my way of being a leader... something other courses or studies haven’t been able to do … it has changed my way of being a leader.’” – Principal

“ Thoroughly enjoyed the collaboration amongst professionals…learned a lot from the instructor and colleagues.” -Teacher

Earn 3 Graduate Degree CreditsMaster of International Education

(School Leadership)

Charles Sturt University (CSU) – Master DegreeCSU offers a fully ONLINE Master of International Education Degree that blends theory and practice and challenges educational leaders to bring a global perspective to address issues confronting them in their professional settings. In partnership with ISL, CSU awards up to three (of 10) Master’s credits for the ISL certifi cates – one credit for Certifi cate 1; one credit for Certifi cate 2.1 or two credits for Certifi cate 2.2.

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Registration Deadline: May 15, 2015 Register at www.internationalschoolleadership.com

Module 1 PrinciPal leadershiP for school iMProveMent - 1.5 days• examine attributes of an effective school leader for 21st century teaching and learning using leadership frameworks• explore management duties and leadership responsibilities of the principal• discover practices to create a shared vision, goals and high expectations and

• explore practices of direct, indirect and shared leadership.

Module 2 characteristics of effective schools and systeMs - 1.5 days• identify characteristics of effective schools that support 21st century teaching and learning using

school effectiveness frameworks • examine the importance of school leadership on effective schools and systems, reviewing fi rst

and second generation effective school correlates identifi ed by Lezotte and• understand the signifi cance of student voice and student-focused learning.

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• Member registration fee per person: $1575 CAD (NOK 10.500)• Non-member registration fee per person: $1800 CAD (NOK 12.000)

Without Hotel Accommodation: (Includes 3 day program, materials, meals and snacks)

• Member registration fee per person: $1130 CAD (NOK 7.500)• Non-member registration fee per person: $1350 CAD (NOK 9.000)

For additional hotel nights with breakfast, participants must contact the hotel directly and pay 1095 NOK.

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