The Chemistry of Culture: Brain-Based Strategies to Create a Culture of Learning

by Jim Warford

Overview

Neuroscientists are discovering the Chemistry of Culture by revealing the neurological links between our brain and our relationships. This book brings that brain research out of the lab and into schools by connecting it to highly effective culture-building strategies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781475851649
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	08/13/2019
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Jim Warford is Senior Advisor for the International Center for Leadership in Education. He has worked with schools, districts and states nation-wide since 2005. In 2003 he was appointed as Florida’s first-ever K12 Chancellor for public schools.

Table of Contents

Foreword Dr. Bill Daggett, Founder and Chairman, International Center for Leadership in Education Preface Introduction Part One Chapter 1: Why Culture Matters Chapter 2: The Farrington Way: A Culture of A’o Chapter 3: The Chemistry of Culture Chapter 4: Emphasize Empathy Chapter 5: A Mental Model of Culture Part Two Chapter 6: Trust in Trust Chapter 7: Release Control Chapter 8: Empower Others Chapter 9: Celebrate Collaboration Chapter 10: Building Better Relationships Chapter 11: Exercise Empathy Chapter 12: Emphasize Empathy Chapter 13: Blended Learning Chapter 14: Empowering ELLs Chapter 15: Classroom Collaboration Afterword: The Aloha Spirit of the Island Acknowledgements Appendix A: Growth Mindset Frayer Model Appendix B: Empathy Plan Appendix C: The Culture Framework® Appendix D: The Rigor/Relevance Framework® Appendix E: The Successful Practices Network Appendix F: 20 Day Trust Building Action Plan Appendix G: Trust Self-Reflection Guide Appendix H: Teacher Leadership Cadre Application Appendix I: Teacher Leadership Cadre Meeting Norms Appendix J: Teacher Leadership Cadre Roles and Responsibilities Appendix K: Teacher Leadership Cadre Relationship Activities Appendix L: Teacher Leadership Cadre Working Styles Assessment Appendix M: Teacher Leadership Cadre Make-up Activity Appendix N: Teacher Leadership Cadre Make-up Activity Appendix O: Collaboration Rubric Bibliography About the Author

Editorial Reviews

Charting his own journey through his career in education, first as an educator in Hawaii and later as an international leader in education, Warford highlights culture as critically important to the educational process. He introduces the reader to the Hawaiian model of teaching and learning, captured by the concept of A’o, according to which learning is shared between teacher and student. Warford takes Farrington High School, one of the most diverse and poorest schools in Hawaii, as a case study to explore "a school filled with A’o." The book blends theory with practical exercises for educators on such topics as culture, empathy, trust, collaboration, empowerment, pre-forgiveness, building a positive culture, and working with English language learners.. . overall this volume offers good information, useful ideas, and helpful tools for educators. This reviewer appreciated the refreshingly holistic approach to education.. . Recommended for undergraduate and community college libraries. Summing Up: Recommended. All undergraduates.

CHOICE

The Chemistry of Culture is the blueprint for analyzing the relationship between neuroscience and next steps in rapidly improving schools. What happens when practitioners and leaders understand the relationship between cognition and culture? The answer is...results!

Weston Kieschnick

Jim Warford understands the impact of culture on learning, and The Chemistry of Culture connects it to discoveries in neuroscience about the chemistry of the brain. Jim is a practical professional who turns theory into practices and strategies we can all use to generate positive results for learners. His stories are real and his strategies powerful.

Raymond J. McNulty

The Chemistry of Culture provides specifics on how Farrington High School in Hawaii has been so successful at creating such an innovative culture. That success has propelled Farrington to being named a National Model School for three years in a row. Located in one of Honolulu’s poorest and most diverse neighborhoods, Farrington has created a culture of trust, empowerment, and collaboration through its teacher-led effort.

Dr. Bill Daggett

Charting his own journey through his career in education, first as an educator in Hawaii and later as an international leader in education, Warford highlights culture as critically important to the educational process. He introduces the reader to the Hawaiian model of teaching and learning, captured by the concept of A’o, according to which learning is shared between teacher and student. Warford takes Farrington High School, one of the most diverse and poorest schools in Hawaii, as a case study to explore "a school filled with A’o." The book blends theory with practical exercises for educators on such topics as culture, empathy, trust, collaboration, empowerment, pre-forgiveness, building a positive culture, and working with English language learners.. . overall this volume offers good information, useful ideas, and helpful tools for educators. This reviewer appreciated the refreshingly holistic approach to education.. . Recommended for undergraduate and community college libraries. Summing Up: Recommended. All undergraduates.

Choice Reviews

Charting his own journey through his career in education, first as an educator in Hawaii and later as an international leader in education, Warford highlights culture as critically important to the educational process. He introduces the reader to the Hawaiian model of teaching and learning, captured by the concept of A’o, according to which learning is shared between teacher and student. Warford takes Farrington High School, one of the most diverse and poorest schools in Hawaii, as a case study to explore "a school filled with A’o." The book blends theory with practical exercises for educators on such topics as culture, empathy, trust, collaboration, empowerment, pre-forgiveness, building a positive culture, and working with English language learners.. . overall this volume offers good information, useful ideas, and helpful tools for educators. This reviewer appreciated the refreshingly holistic approach to education.. . Recommended for undergraduate and community college libraries. Summing Up: Recommended. All undergraduates.

Choice