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What Great Principals Do Differently: 15 Things That Matter Most [Paperback]

Todd Whitaker (Author)
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Publication Date: November 2002 | ISBN-10: 1930556470 | ISBN-13: 978-1930556478
What are the specific qualities and practices of great principals which elevate them above the rest? Blending school-centered studies and experience working with hundreds of administrators, the author reveals the 15 things that the most successful principals do and that other principals do not.

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"... affirming and uplifting, with insights into human nature and ‘real people’ examples ..." -- Edward Harris, Principal, Chetek High School, Wisconsin

About the Author

One of the nation’s leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd Whitaker is a former middle and high school teacher, now a professor at Indiana State University. He is a highly sought presenter and has made hundreds of state, national, and international presentations.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 117 pages
  • Publisher: Eye On Education (November 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1930556470
  • ISBN-13: 978-1930556478
  • Product Dimensions: 0.4 x 6 x 9.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #129,615 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Todd Whitaker
One of the nationÂ’s leading authorities on motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd Whitaker is a former middle and high school teacher and principal, now a professor at Indiana State University.

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“ I would highly recommend this book to anyone in administration. ” TheBoss  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
“ Quick and easy read. ” Infinity  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars It was like "edit" and "replace" July 8, 2007
By Falcon Principal
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I read his other book What Great Teachers Do differently and enjoyed it. It is a quick read and inspires conversation. As a result, I quickly purchased his other book. Unfortunately, most of the chapters were the same but where it read "teacher" in one book it read "principal" in this one. So obviously I was disappointed that I paid for the same book twice. Pick one book for sure. It is worth it. But not both.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Don't Buy it! May 4, 2008
By Firecat
Format:Paperback
If you have read "What Good Teachers Do Differently' or visa versa don't buy it. It is almost verbatim and a WASTE of money and time.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best March 2, 2008
By Mellow Yellow
Format:Paperback
I could not put this book down. Out of all the educational leadership books I've read, this was a simple read with the most applicable suggestions. It is a resource that I can read over again and get more out of it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Whitakers Book- 15 things that matter most
Great book, very practical-- common sense stuff. This book is easy reading but good information that basically just reinforces what you already know.
Published 3 months ago by Tim Mayclin
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
Great book to inspire all adminstrators to do things differently to be highly effective! A must read for ALL administrators!
Published on August 17, 2010 by A. J. White
5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource!
This is one of the better books that I have read on this subject. I will definitely be purchasing more of Todd Whitaker's books. Read more
Published on June 17, 2010 by TheBoss
5.0 out of 5 stars What Great Principals Do Differently
I liked this book so much I conducted research based off of it. I asked teachers..."Based on your teaching experience, what makes an effective or great principal? Read more
Published on February 6, 2010 by James A. Jacobs
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book!
This is an amazing book that puts the world of principalship into perspective. It helps develop a positive attitude and puts principals in the best frame of mind.
Published on September 21, 2008 by D. Lamb
4.0 out of 5 stars Good practical advice
I found Todd Whitaker's, "What Great Principals Do Differently: Fifteen Things that Matter Most," to be an extremely helpful book. Read more
Published on June 1, 2008 by UNODOCSTUDENTTW
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Principals
Great book, looking to venture into administration soon and was looking for literature to use with potential faculty and staff.
Published on December 28, 2007 by NSquard
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
This is an easy book to read and has lots of great information. We had a book study for secondary principals using this book.
Published on March 19, 2007 by M. Escobar
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for all future administrators!
Quick and easy read. Gives practical tips for being an effective leader.
Published on November 9, 2006 by Infinity
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
If you like What Great Principals Do Differently you will also appreciate reading Ryan Delaney's Mission Accomplished by Anna T. Erickson.
Published on February 20, 2006 by Tyler Halen
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