About the Author Series Editors' Introduction Introduction 1. What Is Holistic Accountability 2. Caught in the Middle: The Consequences of Accountability 3. A Better Way: Using Holistic Accountability to Improve Teaching and Learning 4. Community Collaboration: Making Accountability a Constructive Force 5. Accountability and Academic Standards: The Essential Connection 6. Models of Effective Accountability Systems 7. Ten Steps to Creating a Holistic Accountability System 8. Rhetoric and Reason: Communicating About Educational Accountability Appendix A: Sample Accoutability Reports Appendix B: Resources for Accountability Systems References Bibliography Index
An important addition to the Experts In Assessment series, Holistic Accountability is an essential guide to creating a holistic accountability system. Douglas B Reeves includes four building blocks: * structure * collaboration * implementation * communication The text includes step-by-step instructions on creating a holistic accountability system. Each chapter builds upon the other until the final pieces come together in chapter eight. The author defines holistic accountability, dispels accountability myths, and suggests better ways to improve teaching and learning and always focuses on the central purpose of accountability, which is the improvement of student achievement.
Dr. Douglas Reeves is the author of more than 40 books and more than 100 articles on leadership and education. He has twice been named to the Harvard University Distinguished Authors Series and was named the Brock International Laureate for his contributions to education. His career of work in professional learning led to the Contribution to the Field Award from the US National Staff Development Council, now Learning Forward. He was also named the William Walker Scholar by the Australian Council of Educational Leaders. His recent books include Deep Change Leadership, Achieving Equity and Excellence, From Leading to Succeeding, and Fearless Schools. Doug is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions, with the mission to improve educational opportunities for students throughout the world using creative solutions for leadership, policy, teaching, and learning. Through this he has worked across more than 40 countries.