"This text illustrates the essence of what it really means to be a teacher - to care deeply and to think and act collectively about student and teacher learning."-Barrie Bennet, Professor OISE/University of Toronto, Ontario<BR><BR>"Daniel Venables has made a terrific contribution to the growing effort of teachers to educate ourselves in professional learning communities through protocols that focus our attention on the right stuff. Happily, his writing is as accessible as his material useful and his insights fresh."-Joseph P. McDonald, Professor of Teaching and Learning and author of The Power of Protocols New York University<BR><BR>Creating an authentic professional learning community requires breaking down the walls of isolation and collaborating to improve student learning, because collectively we are more than the sum of our parts.<BR><BR>Educators will find numerous strategies, activities, exercises, and guidance for PLC leaders, including FAQs and a troubleshooting guide to common obstacles. When teachers are given the time, tools, and power to improve instruction, everyone benefits.