Educational Leadership
Summer 2020
Time Well-Managed
EL's Summer 2020 digital-only issue examines the multifaceted topic of time in schools—how it influences educators' practice and the way schools are structured, and how education leaders can use it more effectively. We highlight time-management strategies to help educators become better organized and achieve work-life balance, and also spotlight how educators are preparing for a new school year with the coronavirus crisis still ongoing.
FEATURES
12 In a Time of Crisis, What Can We Learn About Learning Time?
Chris Gabrieli and Colleen Beaudoin
Though far from optimal, the way we’ve done schooling during the pandemic might help us break free of outdated time structures for learning.
20 Think Self-Management, Not Time Management
PJ Caposey
By changing your behavior and reframing your tasks, you can find time to do the important work you love.
26 Reining in the Super-Teacher Complex
Chase Mielke
In our quest to be heroes, we sometimes forget to save ourselves.
30 The Hidden Cost of Classroom Interruptions
Matthew A. Kraft
Even small interruptions erode instructional time more than you think, but schools can take action to reduce them.
36 Mastering the Master Schedule
Cheryl Hibbeln
The master schedule can be a vehicle to improve instruction and shape school culture.
42 You’ve Got Email
Craig Hochbein
With 24/7 communication, how can a principal ever catch up?
46 Pacing Lessons for Optimal Learning
Craig Simmons
Planning for good pacing—the timing of presenting elements and keeping kids engaged—is crucial to a lesson’s success. Here’s how to get it right.
56 No Instructional Minute Wasted
Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey
To avoid wasting learning time, the best teachers do three things differently.
61 Finding Time for New Teachers to Thrive
David Rosenberg
By being more strategic about new teachers’ schedules and supports, schools can stave off burnout.
66 Life Hacks for Aspiring School Leaders
Oona Marie Abrams
How a high school teacher—and mother of four—carved out time to pursue a degree in educational leadership.
DEPARTMENTS
4 Readers React
7 Reader’s Guide/For Educators, a Time for Change
Anthony Rebora
8 Advisory
70 There’s a Time-Saving App for That