In conjunction with the Annual Statewide Conference for Teachers of Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Students, the Illinois Resource Center is pleased to present:
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What Connected Educ ators Do Differently and
What Great Teac hers Do Differently and
W h at G r e at P r i n c i pa l s D o D i f f e r e n t ly
What Great Educators Do Differently Co-sponsored by the Illinois Principals Association T
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Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Rd., Oak Brook, IL 60523
TODD WHITAKER has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Dr. Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana, and he has spent his life pursuing his love of education by researching and studying effective teachers and principals. Prior to moving into higher education, he was a math teacher and basketball coach in Missouri. Todd then served as a principal at the middle school, junior high, and high school levels. He was also a middle school coordinator in charge of staffing, curriculum, and technology for the opening of new middle schools. One of the nation’s leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: What Connected Educators Do Differently, Shifting The Monkey, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, 10 Minute Inservice, The Ball, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Todd is married to Beth, also a former teacher and principal, who is a professor of Elementary Education at Indiana State University. They are the parents of three children: Katherine, Madeline, and Harrison.
T H U R S D A Y , D E C E M B E R 8 , 2 016 Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Rd | Oak Brook, IL 60523
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What Great Educators Do Differently
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In conjunction with the Annual Statewide Conference for Teachers of Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Students, the Illinois Resource Center is pleased to present:
A
n
E
v e n i n g
W
i t h
Todd Whitaker What Great Educators Do Differently Co-sponsored by the Illinois Principals Association
T
h u r s d a y,
D
e c e m b e r
8, 2016
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Rd., Oak Brook, IL 60523
What educators have said about Todd Whitaker’s work: “ Todd Whitaker… offers concise, practical suggestions for reinforcing effective teaching practices…..is a powerful resource for school leaders who want to make the most of every opportunity to promote growth and improve school climate.” Justin Baeder D i r e c t o r , T h e P r i n c i pa l C e n t e r
“ What Connected Educators Do Differently should be required reading for those working with students and staff in today’s fast-moving digital world…. a dynamic leader who fully understands the importance of connecting beyond one’s immediate surroundings to build a network of excellence to best facilitate learning.” Jerry Blumengarten
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“ Todd Whitaker shares insight on more than being a “connected” educator, but on learning and making a difference for the reader and others. His enthusiasm throughout his books is contagious, but it is his practical and simple steps that he shares from both experience and research that will make a world of difference in your practice, ultimately leading to better learning opportunities for educators and their students.” George Couros
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