Description
Product ID: | 9781412965002 |
Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
Country of Manufacture: | GB |
Title: | Having Hard Conversations |
Authors: | Author: Jennifer B. Abrams |
Page Count: | 152 |
Subjects: | Teaching of students with different educational needs, Teaching of specific groups & persons with special educational needs |
Description: | Select Guide Rating Having Hard Conversations is designed to teach adults to talk to one another about difficult issues. "A thoughtful map for authentically engaging in and learning from hard conversations. Abrams gently teaches us why having these conversations matter and how they can help us grow." "A wonderful combination of coaching, consulting, and crafting a way of teaching us all to speak honestly in our relationships." "Our teaching culture is adverse to conflict. Having tools like this will move education forward as a profession." "This book has already changed my life. Just by reading it, my courage to have hard conversations has soared." Speak with clarity, confidence, and courage! For many educators, confronting a colleague about a work-related issue can be a daunting matter. This insightful book helps educators speak with clarity and courage to directly address difficult situations within their schools. Having Hard Conversations provides an interactive, personal approach to mastering the art of challenging conversations. The author''s step-by-step strategy addresses a wide range of situations, including communication with supervisees, peers, and supervisors. Emphasizing that initiative and preparation are the keys to a successful conversation, this resource includes:
By addressing important issues directly and professionally, educators can find self-empowerment and promote an open, healthy school environment. |
Imprint Name: | Corwin Press Inc |
Publisher Name: | SAGE Publications Inc |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2009-03-23 |