 
 Author: Spike Cook
          Pub Date: September 16, 2014 
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"How  relevant are you as a school leader? This is the essential question that Dr.  Cook succinctly addresses in this handbook that is positioned to be an  essential reading for any 21st Century leader.  His work details the power  of connectivity to break down silos of information and get school leaders off  isolated islands to improve professional practice and transform schools.   By weaving stories of how practitioners have benefited from connecting  through social media, Dr. Cook presents the necessary ingredients for change  that can be implemented immediately." 
        Eric  Sheninger, Corwin Author
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“This book has practical examples of how  educators can use Web 2.0 tools to grow professionally and personally. Cook  describes his journey as a lead learner in a way that is easy to read; he  inspires, engages, and encourages the reader to move from isolation to  connection.” 
        Dwight Carter, Principal
        New  Albany High School
        
        “After  reading this book, you'll be inspired by the stories of newly connected  educators. If you've been hesitant to take the plunge into the social media  waters, you'll be ready to jump right in after this quick and informative  read."
        Erin Klein, Teacher and Blogger
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"In this  book, Spike Cook presents a practical, easy to understand, and more importantly  easy to implement manual for becoming connected. Spike uses real life  experiences from connected educators to highlight the tenets of the book. This  is a must read for the connected and soon to be connected leaders!" 
        Todd Whitaker, Professor of Department of Educational  Leadership
        Indiana State University