Cibulka et al, reading ‘Schools as Learning Organisations’- How can we impact more effectively -shared values, common agenda and becoming collaborative professionals. The principal and exec encouraging/promoting a shared responsibility. We are all learners not just the students. (Hasn't this course reflected similar steps & processes that our students encounter in their learning journeys?)
Senge’s ‘learning organisation’ a parallel to our schools, not driven by fiscal profit margins but by improving student outcomes. Again to be dynamic , work collaboratively towards a common goal, not just reacting to a situation but by being proactive for the shared vision- a genuine vision not just a stated vision statement. We are all learning, ‘turn the mirror inward’ , and share and build.
As a TL I am in a great position, I have direct contact and interaction with most school staff and all students. The challenges faced by TLs used as RFF must be extremely difficult. Collaborative practice is the aim, getting there can be a battle. Small steps, pick your battles get people onside, show them. The TL has a vital role to foster CPT in spite of negativism, lack of time and work overload.
