Talking Teaching is joined by distinguished guests Professor Jim Watterston, Dean of the Faculty of Education, and Professor Yong Zhao, Foundation Distinguished Professor at the University of Kansas. Together, they discuss their recent co-authored book, 'Focused: Understanding, Negotiating, and Maximizing Your Influence as a School Leader,' offering a practical guide to educational leadership. From navigating challenges to enhancing student engagement, Watterston and Zhao provide strategic advice grounded in research and experience.

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