How to Build an Intentional School Culture
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In this episode, we dive deep into school culture with Joel Abel, author of Teacher First Management. Joel shares practical insights on how to build and maintain intentional school culture, introducing his culture feedback loop model that connects results, actions, and beliefs. We explore why simply mandating actions isn't enough and how to create experiences that genuinely shift teacher beliefs and behaviors.
Key Topics Covered:
Why culture happens whether you plan it or not
The culture feedback loop model
How beliefs drive actions in school settings
Leveraging diversity in international schools
Supporting different teacher motivations
Moving beyond student-centered to teacher-first management
Creating sustainable cultural change
Resources Mentioned:
Teacher First Management - Joel's book
The Culture Map by Erin Meyer
Episode Partners
The University of Warwick's International Programmes | Learn more at warwick.ac.uk
The International Curriculum Association | Learn more at internationalcurriculum.com.
