PRESENTING SUPERB RESEARCH THAT ADVANCES THE FIELD OF EDUCATION
Effective Practices
A Companion Workbook to Implementation Sciences: A Playbook for Instructional Leaders
- Publisher
Myers Education Press - ISBN 9781975509040
- Language English
- Pages 75 pp.
- Size 8.5" x 11"
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Myers Education Press - ISBN 9781975509057
- Language English
- Pages 75 pp.
- Size 8.5" x 11"
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- Publisher
Myers Education Press - ISBN 9781975509064
- Language English
- Pages 75 pp.
- Size 8.5" x 11"
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Effective Practices: A Companion Workbook is a hands-on guide designed to support educators, instructional leaders, and school teams in translating research-based strategies into actionable steps for classroom success. Whether used alongside Implementation Science: A Playbook for Instructional Leaders or as a stand-alone resource, this workbook offers a structured approach to implementing high-leverage instructional practices that drive student achievement.
Grounded in the principles of implementation science, this companion workbook provides practical tools, resources, and application exercises to help educators move from theory to practice. Through guided activities and real-world scenarios, users will deepen their understanding of effective teaching methods, assess their current practices, and develop tailored action plans to enhance instructional effectiveness.
Each section is carefully crafted to:
- Bridge research and practice by breaking down complex educational concepts into manageable, step-by-step applications.
- Encourage self-reflection and collaboration through team-based exercises.
- Foster continuous improvement by guiding educators through cycles of planning, implementation, assessment, and refinement.
- Support diverse learning environments with adaptable strategies for various classroom settings and student needs.
Perfect for courses such as: Foundations of Implementation Science in Education; Principles of Instructional Leadership and School Improvement; Curriculum Design, Adoption, and Implementation; Data-Driven Decision Making for Educational Leaders; Systems Change and Continuous Improvement in Schools; Strategic Planning for K-12 Educational Initiatives; Evidence-Based Practices in Teaching and Learning; Educational Change Management and Policy Implementation; School Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness; Professional Development and Coaching for Educators
Julia James Carlson
Dr. Julia James Carlson is an accomplished educational leader with over two decades of experience in school turnaround, curriculum development/management, and instructional leadership. With a career spanning urban and suburban districts, private sectors, and nonprofit organizations, Dr. Carlson has become a trusted voice in educational reform and implementation science. She holds an EdD in Educational Administration from Boston College, where she received the prestigious AASA Educational Administrative Scholarship Award.
Dr. Carlson’s career is marked by a deep commitment to improving student outcomes through evidence-based practices and collaborative leadership. She has served in various roles, including Product Management Director: Implementation Science at Imagine Learning, Vice President of Research at Wilson Language Training, Invention Education Administrator at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Assistant Superintendent of Fall River Public Schools. In these positions, she led initiatives to enhance literacy instruction, developed and implemented innovative educational programs, and district-wide data systems to monitor student progress. Her leadership was pivotal in securing multi-million-dollar grants and raising student achievement rates in underperforming school districts. As a passionate advocate for literacy and equity in education, Dr. Carlson has presented nationally on the role of implementation science in school reform, focusing on creating supportive climates for administrator and teacher development and improving literacy outcomes. She was also a Collaborative Teaching Fellow and Practicum Supervisor at Boston College, mentoring future educators and preparing them to thrive in urban education settings through the Donovan Scholars Program. Dr. Carlson’s extensive experience in K-12 and higher education underscores her holistic understanding of the educational landscape.