How Do Leaders Inspire Teachers to Get Better?

Teachers have a high degree of autonomy, even in the most controlling schools and systems. The goal could be set by teachers themselves or mandated by a leader. But whatever process your school goes through, you need a really specific goal. An exit ticket is one of the most powerful things you can do - it's tiny but provides helpful data about what's going on. It forces you to confront what students are in our understanding of learning.