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Kronick, Robert F. – Charles C. Thomas, Publisher, Ltd, 2005
This book is about children who are living dangerously close to the edge, the edge of delinquency, mental illness, and poverty. Beginning with a discussion of the role of Joy Dryfoos in the development of comprehensive schools, this work is based on the Full Service Schools program which began in 1998 in three elementary inner-city schools in…
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Phenomenology, Neighborhoods, Integrated Services
Vargas, Lucila, Ed. – 2002
This book compiles narratives by women professors of color who examine their classroom experiences in predominantly white U.S. campuses, focusing on the impact of their social positions upon their classroom practices and teaching-learning selves. The 19 papers are (1) "Introduction" (Lucila Vargas); (2) "Why Are We Still So Few and…
Descriptors: Asian Americans, Black Teachers, Diversity (Faculty), Elementary Secondary Education
Gabler, Ina Claire; Schroeder, Michael – 2002
This book provides a preservice training program across all secondary subjects by grounding a constructivist approach in seven discrete instructional areas. There are 15 modules in four sections. Section 1, "Constructivist Ideology," includes (1) "The Nature of Teaching and Learning." Section 2, "How-To's," includes…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Constructivism (Learning), Cooperative Learning, Educational Change
Chance, Lucindia, Ed. – 2000
This book focuses on the how-to of developing Professional Development Schools (PDSs) without external funding, challenges of developing such partnerships, and benefits of PDSs to schools and universities. The nine chapters are: (1) "Creating a New Institution" (Nate Essex, Vivian Gunn Morris, Marty M. Harrison, and Fred Johnson); (2)…
Descriptors: College School Cooperation, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Irvine, Jacqueline Jordan, Ed. – 1997
This publication is an outcome of a conference sponsored by Emory University's Center for Urban Learning/Teaching and Urban Research in Education and Schools. The essays included in the volume address how to build schools and educate youth in ways which honor, build on, and involve all students and citizens, and the importance of preparing…
Descriptors: Asian American Students, Black Students, Cultural Differences, Diversity (Student)
Osguthorpe, Russell T.; And Others – 1995
This book addresses three questions: Is the partner school concept a passing fad? What do educators need to know in order to initiate a partnership and a partner school? What can we anticipate, with regard to costs and benefits, from partner schools in the future? After an introductory chapter, "Understanding School-University…
Descriptors: College School Cooperation, Educational Change, Educational Finance, Educational Research
Harber, Clive – 2001
This book reviews the major dimensions of post-apartheid educational change and continuity in South Africa since 1994. It sets educational reform in the context of the nature of the anti-apartheid struggle inside South Africa and in the global economic environment in which South Africa re-entered the world stage as a legitimate actor. Recognizing…
Descriptors: Apartheid, Curriculum, Educational Change, Educational Environment
Byrd, David M., Ed.; McIntyre, D. John, Ed. – 1999
This book examines the current standard practice of confining teacher preparation to 4 years of coursework, examining the growing interest in career-spanning teacher education. There are 12 chapters. Section 1, "Collaboration: Building Bridges to Transform Institutional Cultures," includes: "Overview and Framework" (Linda…
Descriptors: College Faculty, College School Cooperation, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
Scheurich, James Joseph, Ed. – 2002
These papers examine the subject of white scholars using anti-racist scholarship within the long-term U.S. civil rights struggle to create real equality. Chapter 1 includes: "Toward a White Discourse on White Racism" (James Joseph Scheurich), "Response to a 'White Discourse on White Racism'" (W. B. Allen), "Advancing a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Culturally Relevant Education, Democracy, Educational Administration
Koenig, Alan J., Ed.; Holbrook, M. Cay, Ed. – 2000
This text, one of two on the instruction of students with visual impairments, focuses on instructional strategies. The following 21 chapters are included: (1) "Creating and Nurturing Effective Educational Teams" (Irene Topor and others); (2) "Comprehensive Assessment" (Toni Heinze); (3) "Ongoing Assessments: Informal Techniques" (Carol Layton);…
Descriptors: Blindness, Educational Policy, Educational Principles, Elementary Secondary Education
Cramer, Sharon F. – 1998
This book is intended to provide special educators or teachers-in-training with realistic tools for effective collaborative working relationships. The text integrates practical exercises with discussion of relevant research. When used as part of an undergraduate or graduate course, the text offers self-assessment and environmental assessment…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
O'Hair, Mary John, Ed.; Odell, Sandra J., Ed. – 1995
Consistent with education reform, the chapters in this book examine how to better prepare teachers for leadership roles in the profession. Following the introductory material, the volume is organized into four sections. The first section, "Contexts for Leadership and Change," provides an introduction, "Contexts: Overview and…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Elementary School Teachers
Barell, John – 1995
This text, designed for both preservice and inservice educators, promotes critical thinking and problem solving across the curriculum. Chapter 1 presents information from personal observations and national studies to support the conclusion that educators need to spend more time creating environments that foster thoughtfulness. Chapter 2 defines…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Curriculum Design, Educational Change, Educational Practices
Driscoll, Marcy P. – 1994
This cognitively-oriented book focuses on learning and instruction. Specific applications and implications of learning theories are discussed and examples are drawn from educational situations and educational problems. Theoretical concepts are illustrated in concrete terms and a wide variety of examples are provided. The text embodies a theme of…
Descriptors: Behaviorism, Biological Influences, Cognitive Restructuring, Constructivism (Learning)
Drolet, Judy C., Ed.; Clark, Kay, Ed. – 1994
This book offers the insights and perspectives of 39 sexuality educators. The collection of essays, full of theoretical considerations and practical implications, addresses the needs of those responsible for educating young people about sexuality and examines the major issues and concerns of sexuality education within the school setting.…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescents, Church Role, Community Role
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