Get ready for a groundbreaking exploration of what it truly takes to transform schools in our complex educational landscape. Anne Knock's highly anticipated School by Design is set to challenge everything you thought you knew about educational change.
Why This Book Matters Now
School transformation isn't about programmes – it's about people, pedagogy and place working in harmony. In School by Design, Anne Knock reveals how understanding complexity theory can revolutionise your ability to create thriving learning ecosystems.
Drawing from her PhD research exploring the shift from solo to co-teaching as a response to educational complexity, Anne demonstrates that without fundamental changes to how we think about school structures, meaningful transformation remains elusive. This isn't just another educational theory book – it's a practical guide that explores five essential elements of transformative learning environments and offers strategies you can implement immediately.
What You'll Discover
Whether you're a school principal, educational leader, or teacher seeking to amplify your impact, School by Design offers a unique blend of theoretical insights and real-world application. Anne's research shows that the most effective educational transformations understand how to align vision, culture and practice through collaborative approaches.
Inside, you'll find:
- Compelling stories of famous minds who struggled in traditional systems
- Evidence-based frameworks grounded in complexity theory
- Actionable tools for immediate implementation
- Strategies to master the art of educational transformation
This book will help you become the kind of leader who creates schools where every learner can flourish.
About Anne Knock
Anne Knock is a strategic designer with decades of experience helping schools navigate complexity and transformation. Her career spans teaching, leadership, and working with schools and architects to align vision, culture, and physical environments for lasting educational impact.
Anne's expertise is deeply informed by her PhD research at the University of Melbourne, where she explored how teachers successfully transition into innovative learning environments within complexity theory frameworks. Since 2010, she has led professional study tours internationally and serves as a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, with a mission to help educators thrive in our rapidly evolving educational landscape.
Stay Tuned
School by Design is coming soon and promises to be an essential resource for anyone committed to creating meaningful educational transformation.
Because every school has the potential to become a place where every learner thrives – it's all by design.
