This 10th anniversary sequel provides much clearer insights regarding the transition from traditional schools to professional learning communities (PLCs). The authors set the record straight by responding to the work of educators who have unsuccessfully tried to implement or have misunderstood PLC at Work concepts. The authors examine organizational development, change processes, leadership, and successful practices outside of education to offer fresh perspectives.

The 3Rs of professional learning communities -- Revisiting professional learning communities at work -- New insights into professional learning communities at work -- The rise and fall of school reform -- Making the case for professional learning communities -- The challenge of cultural change -- Clear mission and shared vision -- Shared values (collective commitments) and common goals -- Teaching in a professional learning community -- Assessment in a professional learning community -- A tale of excellence in assessment -- Intervention and enrichment in a professional learning community -- The classroom as a learning community -- The role of the principal in a professional learning community -- The role of the central office in a professional learning community -- The role of parents and the community in a professional learning community -- Sustaining the professional learning community journey.