Mike Schmoker

Dr. Mike Schmoker is a former teacher, administrator, and coach. He is the author of Focus, Results Now 2.0, and several other bestselling books, one of which was a finalist for Book of the Year by the Association of Educational Publishers. He has authored dozens of articles for educational journals, newspapers and TIME magazine.

Mike Schmoker is the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award by the National Association of Secondary School Principals for his publications and presentations. In an Education Week survey of national educational leaders, he was identified as among the best sources of practical “nuts and bolts … advice, wisdom, and insight” on effective school improvement strategies.

As a much sought-after presenter, Schmoker delivers keynotes and consults throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, China, and Jordan. He now lives in Tempe, Arizona, with his wife Cheryl.

Categories: Educator, Educator - Leadership

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Results NOW: Teaching and Leading with Focus

In this presentation, teachers and leaders will learn precisely where schools should focus their precious time and resources to ensure that all students are prepared for the demands of college, careers and citizenship. They will learn about the three most essential elements of good schooling, and how to implement them on a clear, straightforward model. The three elements are:

--Coherent curriculum
--Authentic literacy
--Soundly-structured lessons

This session will focus primarily on effective literacy practices and structured instruction—which apply across the curriculum. Participants will leave this session knowing both what to do and how to do it, in ways that will yield immediate and significant results.

Books

Focus: Elevating the Essentials to Radically Improve Student Learning

In this revised and refreshed third edition, Mike Schmoker renews and amplifies the case that our schools could be on the cusp of swift, unparalleled improvements if only we could… Focus.